The ALLY Academy Series

Strategies for Inclusivity in HYBRID WORKPLACES for Individual Contributors

Course Overview: Gain tools for creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace environment focused on both in-office and remote employees. Learn strategies to foster collaboration and increase the individual contributor’s sense of value and engagement.



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What's included?

  • Identify the different aspects of hybrid work and how it varies per person and learn to address the unspoken stresses of an ever-changing work environment
  • Discuss personal and professional barriers and their impact
  • Overview of communication strategies touching not only on different work structures but also different work styles, professional motivations, and generational outlook on work.
  • Identify office structures that maximize social and technical access to the team and work opportunities.
  • How to conduct meetings and networking events.

Who will benefit

 Individual Contributors.

Reason: The need to navigate the complexities of hybrid work environments, balancing in-office and remote work while addressing diverse team needs. Understanding different aspects of hybrid work, communication strategies, and barriers can help them lead more effectively and create an inclusive work environment. Focusing on the differences between their role and that of individual contributors can enhance their leadership approach and improve team dynamics.

Discuss with others

Role-playing and scenario analysis.

Discuss personal and professional barriers and their impact.

Participate in our online private community, share thoughts and ideas, increase connection, and get help.

Class Outline

Introduction to Hybrid Work and Inclusivity (20 minutes)
• Understanding Hybrid Work: Definition and the importance of inclusivity from an individual contributor's perspective.
• Impact on Daily Work: How hybrid work affects individual contributors.
• Discussion: Share personal experiences working in a hybrid environment.
Identifying Personal and Professional Barriers (20 minutes)
• Common Barriers: Isolation, communication challenges, balancing work-life boundaries.
• Impact on Engagement: How these barriers can affect your sense of value and engagement.
• Interactive Activity: Reflect on and discuss barriers you face and potential strategies to overcome them.
Unique Communication Strategies for Individual Contributors (30 minutes)
• Adapting Communication: Techniques to effectively communicate with both in-office and remote colleagues.
• Understanding Work Styles: Tailoring your approach based on different work preferences and motivations.
• Generational Differences: Navigating communication across different age groups.
• Interactive Exercise: Practice communication strategies through role-play scenarios.
Recognizing Your Role in an Inclusive Hybrid Team (20 minutes)
• Role of the Individual Contributor: How to contribute to and support inclusivity within the team.
• Collaborating with Leadership: Building effective relationships with managers and peers.
• Case Study Analysis: Review a scenario demonstrating successful collaboration in a hybrid team.
Maximizing Access to Team and Work Opportunities (20 minutes)
• Physical and Virtual Access: Strategies to stay connected and engaged, regardless of location.
• Leveraging Technology: Tools to enhance your participation and visibility in hybrid work.
• Workshop: Develop a personal plan to improve your access to team resources and opportunities.



Participating in Inclusive Meetings and Networking Events (20 minutes)
• Best Practices for Meetings: How to ensure your voice is heard in hybrid meetings.
• Networking in a Hybrid World: Building and maintaining connections with colleagues.
• Interactive Workshop: Plan your approach to participating in an upcoming hybrid meeting or event.
Addressing Unspoken Stresses in a Hybrid Environment (20 minutes)
• Recognizing Stressors: Identifying the hidden challenges your team may face.
• Providing Support: Strategies to help team members cope with the uncertainties of hybrid work.
• Q&A Session: Open discussion on stress management and support strategies.
Coping with Unspoken Stresses in a Hybrid Environment (20 minutes)
• Recognizing Stressors: Identifying hidden challenges and stresses you may experience.
• Finding Support: Strategies to seek support and manage the pressures of hybrid work.
• Q&A Session: Open discussion on stress management and coping strategies.
Conclusion and Key Takeaways (10 minutes)
• Summary of Key Points: Recap the strategies for thriving in a hybrid work environment.
• Final Thoughts: Encourage participants to apply these strategies to enhance their work experience.
• Feedback Collection: Gather insights on what participants found most valuable.

Materials Needed:
• Case studies or examples for discussion.
• Role-playing scripts or scenarios.
• Tools for interactive activities (flip charts, markers, sticky notes, etc.).
• Handouts summarizing key concepts and techniques.

Homework/Follow-Up:
• Encourage participants to apply the strategies discussed and reflect on their impact.
• Optional: Assign a reflection paper on how these strategies can be implemented in their own work environment.

KEY DATES AND INFORMATION

Cost and Availability

  • Cost $350/per person with a 10-person minimum/20-person maximum per class.
  • Classes run 2 – 3 hours depending on content volume with 5-minute breaks every 40 minutes. 
  • Provide pre-reads and follow-up materials focused on use of the techniques taught in the class.
  • If desired, an optional fee will be included to have multiple proctors to run breakout rooms to facilitate deeper dives into the content.

Schedule

For Group Workshops and Coaching please reach out to the ALLY Support Team here. 

2025 Workshop Schedule * Dates subject to change

  • Feb 10, 2025 – 12:00 – 3:00 PM 
  • May 5, 2025 – 12:00 – 3:00 PM 
  • Sept 7, 2025 – 12:00 – 3:00 PM
  • Nov 9, 2025 – 12:00 – 3:00 PM

Enrollment Deadline

      Workshop Date                   Enroll By Date
         Feb 10, 2025                         Jan 16, 2025
         May 5, 2025                          Apr 10, 2025
         Sept 7, 2025                          Aug 7, 2025
         Nov 9, 2025                         Oct 9, 2025  

Pre work and assessments will be unlocked as soon as you are enrolled but you must have an ALLY ENERGY PROFILE validated to enroll.
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Lisa Jaster

Army Lieutenant Colonel Lisa Jaster is a soldier, an engineer, a wife and mother, and a trailblazer. Lisa is a Managing Consultant with ALLY Energy; she advises corporations on how to recruit, train, and retain talent within their teams.
Lisa graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point Academy with a BS in Civil Engineering and was commissioned as an active-duty engineering officer. In 2002, Lisa deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and then again in 2003 for Operation Iraqi Freedom. While on active duty, Lisa completed her master’s in civil engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology in 2004.
After being stationed for two years in South Korea, she left the Active Army to work for Royal Dutch Shell for 12 years rejoining the Army as a reservist in 2012. From April to October 2015, Lisa took a six-month leave of absence and attended Army Ranger School, being one of three females that graduated from the first integrated Ranger School course.
In 2019, Lisa left Royal Dutch Shell to become the Director of Civil Engineering at M&S Engineering in Spring Branch, Texas. In August of 2022, Lisa chose to leave corporate America to follow her life’s ambition. She now works as an Executive Coach, Leadership Development Expert, and Keynote Speaker. In 2023, Lisa published her first manuscript. “Delete the Adjective: A Soldier’s Adventures in Ranger School,” which hit Amazon’s Best Seller’s List in two categories. She continues to serve in the US Army Reserve with over 17 years of military service. Lisa prides herself in working with clients to improve their effectiveness both in and outside of the office environment.

Patrick Jones - Course author