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At Talent & Genius, we believe that true organizational success is achieved when individuals can express their full potential in a collaborative and understanding environment. Led by Nancy Marmolejo, our boutique firm has spent over two decades mastering the art of transforming workplace dynamics. We focus on empathy, emotional intelligence, and a deep understanding of individual lived experiences to resolve conflicts, enhance communication, and foster a culture of belonging. Keep reading to learn how we can help you!

Customized Trainings, Consulting, Coaching for Leaders and Teams

DiSC® Assessment

  • Understand Personal Styles: DiSC assessments provide a detailed report on each team member's communication and behavior styles, helping everyone understand and appreciate their differences.
  • Enhanced Team Dynamics: With insights from DiSC, teams can interact more effectively, with a clear understanding of how to adapt their communication to suit various styles.
  • Conflict Reduction: By preemptively understanding potential friction points, DiSC helps prevent conflicts before they start, fostering a smoother, more collaborative work environment.
  • Leadership Development: Leaders learn how to better manage their teams by tailoring their approach to fit the diverse needs of their members, enhancing overall team performance.

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Clear and Intentional Communication

  • Effective Dialogue: Learn the art of crafting and delivering messages that are clear, persuasive, and productive
  • Active Listening Techniques: Enhance your listening skills to better understand and respond to colleagues
  • Conflict Resolution Strategies: Gain practical tools to navigate and resolve disagreements constructively
  • Feedback and Assertiveness: Develop the ability to give and receive feedback effectively, and assert your ideas confidently

Building Bonds Through Emotional Intelligence

  • Deepen Interpersonal Understanding: Explore how our responses, attitudes, and emotions significantly influence our interactions.
  • Emotional Agility in Practice: Enhance your ability to navigate various workplace scenarios with emotional flexibility and resilience.
  • Actionable Steps for Workplace Integration: Engage in open discussions to outline clear action steps and agreements for embedding emotional intelligence principles in your daily workplace interactions.

Feedback Fundamentals

  • Understanding Personal Triggers: Learn to maintain composure and objectivity, transforming potential stress into constructive dialogue.
  • Elevate Self-Awareness: Gain insights into your emotional and behavioral responses to improve receptivity and growth.
  • Constructive Feedback Techniques: Acquire skills in crafting and delivering feedback that is clear, respectful, and designed to encourage positive changes and development.
  • Practical Application: Apply your newfound insights and techniques to real-world feedback scenarios.

Elevate Your Leadership Presence Through a Strong Personal Brand

  • Discover Your Unique Brand: Utilize an "inside-out", evidence-based approach that harnesses your innate strengths, core values, cultural truths, and professional capabilities
  • Articulate Your Strengths: Learn how to naturally and authentically describe your existing strengths and skills in a way that leaves a memorable impression on your audience.
  • Amplify Your Visibility: Adopt communication strategies to assert your presence
  • Sustainable Strategies: Engage with best practices that promise to enhance your career for years to come.

Coaching Skills for Leaders and Teams

  • Enhanced Active Listening: Learning the art of active listening fosters a supportive environment that can lead to higher job satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Strategic Questioning: Effective questioning techniques help in uncovering deeper insights, stimulating critical thinking, and encouraging self-reflection among team members.
  • Empowerment of Team Members: By developing coaching skills, leaders can inspire individuals to take initiative, enhancing their confidence and autonomy.
  • Facilitation of Growth and Change: Coaching skills are invaluable in maintaining team alignment with organizational goals, minimizing disruptions, and adapting successfully to evolving business landscapes.

Nancy’s work offers personal branding through a DEI lens in a way that speaks to minorities and people of color. She understands the nuances of why communicating assertively can be a challenge for many and offers several options to suit each person’s style and experience. These trainings furthered our group’s bond as we learned more about each other, and gave us an opportunity to celebrate the unique traits we all bring to the table.

Ruth Aisabokhae
PhD – Microsoft

Organizations Impacted by the Talent & Genius Team

Results Driven Solutions

Collaboration
Excellence

Learn strategies to enhance teamwork and collective success.

Develop Diverse & Inclusive Leadership Pathways

Identify and nurture potential leaders who might be overlooked

Productivity
Boost

Implement effective practices to increase overall team productivity.

Psychological Safety

Cultivate an environment where individuals feel safe to express themselves without fear of judgment.

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