Essence Learning

02/20/2025

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠:
Leaders from organizations across the country are actively participating in “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩” facilitated by our CEO, Valerie Wilson.

This highly sought-after leadership learning series explores what respect looks and feels like in the workplace. Through case studies and interactive discussions, participants gain the skills to manage workplace dynamics effectively. By the end of the workshop, attendees develop accountability strategies to foster and sustain a culture of respect in their organizations. Following the workshop, participants will dive into a three-day “Train-the-Trainer” series to equip them with the tools to bring this transformative learning back to their teams.

At Essence Learning, we’re committed to empowering leaders to create more inclusive and respectful workplaces. Contact us today. 1.877.657.5755 I [email protected] I www.essencelearning.net

01/23/2025

Essence Learning’s #1 Learning Solution, "The Essence of Respect in the Workplace" is now open for registration.

Designed for leaders of corporate organizations, non-profits, and individual learners, this 8-hour workshop gives participants the opportunity to learn how respect looks and feels, while using case studies to discover skills that manage workplace tensions.

As a result, participants are expected to develop an accountability strategy that demonstrates their responsibility to help foster a respectful workplace.

Register yourself and/or your team today at www.essencelearning.net/respect

Facilitated by Essence Learning CEO, Valerie Wilson

Date: Monday, February 17, 2025
Time: 9a – 5p
Location: The Stone Manor Event Center
215 Coca-Cola Place, Suite 215
San Antonio, Texas 78219

Contact:
877.657.5755
[email protected]

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01/16/2025

NEW PODCAST RELEASE:
As America’s workforce continues to evolve and shift, it is increasingly important for leaders to recruit the right talent at the right time to ensure organizational success. During this 30-minute podcast, Kanetra Hights sits with Essence Learning CEO, Valerie Wilson, and organizational leaders, Luis Vazquez and Andrea Hardeman, to discuss strategies that look beyond the polished resumes, pre-screened references, and scripted interview answers.
To download this episode's Key Learning Guide, go to: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:5a257eca-b1bd-492b-be7e-6252fef42ba0

11/27/2024

Essence Learning proudly celebrates our CEO, Valerie, for being honored with the 2024 River City’s Top Lady of Distinction Award. This recognition highlights her outstanding achievements, impactful community contributions, and unwavering commitment to empowerment and excellence.

Valerie’s leadership continues to position Essence Learning as a global leader in consulting and a pillar of excellence in leadership development.

09/12/2024

We just released our newest issue of our '"𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿", 𝗮 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀. We invite you to enjoy the easy read and share it as a resource with your team.

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09/03/2024

“Essence Learning’s Perspectives Podcast Episode 46: Navigating Through Crucial Conversations”

Poorly handling conversations that involve different opinions, strong emotions, or high stakes can cause stressful work environments that result in little progress, poor performance, and withdrawn employees. However, when you learn to handle crucial conversations effectively, the quality of your relationships and your workplace effectiveness tends to improve drastically. In this 30-minute episode, Essence Learning’s, Phyllis Williams sits with organizational leaders to discuss how to navigate through crucial conversations successfully.

To download this episode's Key Learning Guide, click the following link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:08dbd424-bf74-4fb4-af06-e334a4a67e7e

08/06/2024

The leader is typically a defining factor in what separates a strong team from a weak one. The saying “do as I say, not as I do” may have worked in the past, but it typically doesn’t get too far in today’s workplace. This episode of “Perspectives” will explore how the workplace is affected when the leader goes first and leads by example.
To download this episode's Key Learning Guide, click the following link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:aecd352d-02fc-49a7-b934-d5ee6cf3c7a1

08/06/2024

"Perspectives by Essence Learning, LLC" Podcast Episode 45: You Go First! Leading By Example

The leader is typically a defining factor in what separates a strong team from a weak one. The saying “do as I say, not as I do” may have worked in the past, but it typically doesn’t get too far in today’s workplace. This episode of “Perspectives” will explore how the workplace is affected when the leader goes first and leads by example.

To download this episode's Key Learning Guide, click the following link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:aecd352d-02fc-49a7-b934-d5ee6cf3c7a1

05/09/2024

Nearly a year ago, “Perspectives” began a conversation on “Equitable Education” and today we want to continue the conversation. For this podcast, let’s use the working definition for “Equitable Education” as ‘the pursuit of creating an educational system that caters to students of all kinds and develops their educational experience accordingly.’ This means that no matter what a student’s background, language, race, economic profile, gender, learning capability, disability or family history, each student has the opportunity to get the support and resources they need to achieve their educational goals. With that in mind, are all school systems treated equally? Join Essence Learning CEO, Valerie Wilson, as she sits with DE+I leaders and professional educators to gain their perspective of America as an equitable classroom.

To download this episode's Key Learning Guide, please click the following link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:1a6a4171-f303-4df7-8898-8f27ffc05325

04/11/2024

THE ESSENCE OF RESPECT IN THE WORKPLACE:
Leadership Development Opportunity for You and Your Team.

* Learn how respect looks and feels, which can be quite different for everyone.
* Learn and practice skills that will manage diversity related tensions with respect
* Learn to foster respectful relationships no matter what differences exist
* As a result of this workshop, participants are expected to develop an accountability strategy that demonstrates their commitment and responsibility to fostering and maintaining a respectful workplace

Don't miss this great opportunity of learning:
Monday, April 22 from 9a-5p CST in San Antonio, Texas

Register you and/or your team today at www.essencelearning.net/respect

03/30/2024

As Women’s History Month comes to an end, we invite you to listen to our most recent “Perspectives” podcast, “Women Who Lead”, featuring Kanetra Hights, Melissa Fields, Jeanie Murphy, and Pershama Dailey.

Audio: https://youtu.be/9JHkcRrQIXM?feature=shared

Video: https://youtu.be/9JHkcRrQIXM?feature=shared

“Perspectives: A Podcast by Essence Learning” is available on your favorite podcast streaming channels.

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As the advancement of women is highlighted during Women’s History Month, the gender bias in today’s workplace remains a part of the equality struggle. In 202...

03/26/2024

As the advancement of women is highlighted during Women’s History Month, the gender bias in today’s workplace remains a part of the equality struggle. In 2023, women earned just $0.82 to the man’s one dollar. Women have a well-proven track record of leadership success within the workplace, yet still face cultural and systemic challenges attempting to climb America’s corporate ladder. In this 30-minute episode, Kanetra Hights will welcome other women who lead in America’s workforce to discuss strategies to bridge the gender gap, while celebrating the accomplishments women have made throughout history.
Click the below link to download this episode's Key Learning Guide: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:2a0cc166-e715-4b7d-9513-19262e8dd4fe