Upcoming Events

July 23 | 1 – 4 p.m. | In-Person Workshop
Often when working in teams, conflicts or disagreements arise. However, we are not always very clear on what is behind these problems. This workshop will provide insight into how you and others approach problem solving through creative and perhaps differing ways. We will learn more about your own approach to problem-solving and how this knowledge can be used to address conflict and maximize creative problem solving.
The Kirton Adaption-Innovation Inventory (KAI) is a way to look at an individual’s problem-solving style and creativity. This training will enhance your understanding of team dynamics in problem-solving and increase group cohesion, effectiveness, and team building.
In this workshop, participants will:
- Learn more about Kirton’s Adaption-Innovation Theory
- Explore your own problem-solving style
- Brainstorm how this can help you in your workplace and even in your personal life.
Mary Rodriguez is an associate professor of community leadership and development. As a leadership practitioner, she is passionate about understanding behavior change and how we can support communities, households, and individuals through change. Her research centers around adoption of agricultural innovations and exploring household and community resilience. Mary has worked in Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and with Black/Brown communities and Immigrants/Refugees in Ohio. She implements critical perspectives and incorporates a systems approach in her work. Additionally, she has been leading workshops in problem-solving, culturally responsive mentorship, and community leadership and development for the last 9 years.
This is a limited-capacity, in-person only workshop on the campus of the Fisher College of Business. The interest form for this workshop is now closed. If you have been selected to participate, you’ll receive an email by June 30. For questions and waitlist inquiries, please contact Wendy Douglass at douglass.162@osu.edu.

August 6 | 12 – 1 p.m. | Zoom Webinar
Imagine a workplace where every team member believes in their ability to succeed, takes ownership of their choices, and embraces challenges as opportunities for growth. This webinar will empower leaders to create that reality by unlocking the transformative power of self-efficacy and Choice Theory.
Join us to explore how fostering self-efficacy—the belief in one’s ability to achieve goals—can drive innovation, collaboration, and job satisfaction across your organization. Through engaging anecdotes, cutting-edge research, and actionable strategies, you’ll learn how to cultivate confidence and autonomy in your teams.
Discover how Glasser’s Choice Theory helps leaders empower employees by aligning their actions with basic psychological needs, leading to greater engagement and performance.
You’ll walk away with:
- Proven techniques to build self-efficacy in individuals and teams.
- Strategies for creating a culture of continuous improvement fueled by belief and accountability.
- Insights into how self-efficacy and job satisfaction impact retention, innovation, and overall success.
If you’re a leader ready to inspire your team, drive meaningful change, and create lasting impact, this session is for you. Let’s unlock the potential within your organization—one confident step at a time.
David Veech is a senior lecturer in the Fisher College of Business at the Ohio State University where he teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in operational excellence. Highly energetic and engaging, David has made a significant positive impact on the lives of thousands of people through his teaching and his work. He served proudly as an officer in the US Army for 20 years and now focuses on teaching, coaching, and consulting to make people more fearless, more engaged, and more effective at work. David has written two best-selling books, taught at four universities, and transformed leaders and organizations in dozens of industries and government agencies.
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