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By Karel, May 10, 2012

Amy Tolbert

Amy S. Tolbert, Ph.D., CSP develops global competence in organizations as Principal with ECCO International.  With over 20 years of experience, Amy works with leaders to develop their global team effectiveness.  After researching multicultural competencies needed for today’s global organization, she has authored a book, Reversing the Ostrich Approach to Diversity:  Pulling your head out of the sand, a timely answer to the renewed urgency for actionable multicultural information. She has co-authored several other books and tools in the marketplace on diversity.  Most recently she has released a new training system:  Open Mind, Open World:  Improving Intercultural Interactions.  She served on many boards including ASTD-MN, NSA-MN, NSA National Vice Chair for the Professional Expertise Group on Diversity, and the HR connection Advisory Board. Amy is a Fellow at the Carlson Executive Education Center, Carlson School of Management.  She has earned her Ph.D. from the University of MN and Certified Speaking Professional.

Contact Information
www.eccointernational.com
amy@eccointernational.com | 651.636.0838

Amy Tolbert – May 7, 2012 – Are There Really Generational Differences?

Amy Tolbert – May 14, 2012 – Communication is Key

Amy Tolbert – May 21, 2012 – Creating a Global Mindset
Globalization in today’s world has become a cliché because it is the reality for organizations today given the current marketplace and workplace. Being world-class requires that each of must handle global challenges effectively. One of the biggest challenges is to develop a global mindset.  Listen to what Amy Tolbert has to say on this topic!

Amy Tolbert – May 28, 2012 – Leading a Global Team
Are you frustrated communicating with your global project partners? Have you ever heard others complaining that their global co-workers won’t ask for help or clarification even if they don’t understand? Let’s listen to Amy Tolbert so that we can develop a better understanding of how to lead global teams…differently.

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By Karel, April 30, 2012

April 30, 2012 – Ovations, The Book
It takes communication and relationship skills interlaced with technology tools to be really effective in today’s marketplace. Len Elder and Theresa Barnabei of Course Creators have great information to share in their book “Ovations” and on this podcast. We also discuss whether live instruction is still vital in today’s environment.

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By Karel, April 23, 2012

April 23, 2012 – It’s About Relationships
Are you wondering about education delivery systems that focus on the clients and students who still want “old fashioned” “personal” relationships? Technology has made relationships more important than ever and learn the value of interaction as Len and Theresa discuss social media and it’s use to get to know, like and trust a person.

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By Karel, April 16, 2012

April 16, 2012 – The Transfer of Knowledge
Join Karel Murray as she interviews Len Elder and Theresa Barnabei about how technology is being used to increase educational opportunities. Discover the value of podcasts, learning management systems and the syndication of courses as well as the trend of transferring knowledge through smaller bits and bytes and the use of tools like YouTube for educational sound bites.