The Rikleen Institute for Strategic Leadership differentiates itself through its customized, innovative, and research-based approach. Founder and president Lauren Stiller Rikleen launched the Rikleen Institute with a commitment to help each client develop stronger workplaces by expanding the pool of future leaders and creating an inclusive environment that is responsive to changing demographics and a changed economy.
Lauren is a nationally recognized expert on developing a thriving, diverse and multi-generational workforce. Through her speaking, training, consulting, and writing, she addresses such topics as strengthening multi-generational teams, women’s leadership and advancement, and implementing strategies to minimize the impact of unconscious bias.
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Lauren’s sophisticated and customized presentations, training programs, and consulting services offer practical strategies for:
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Building successful relationships and productive teams within a multigenerational workforce;
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Developing a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture;
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Minimizing the impact of unconscious bias, particularly in the assignment and performance evaluation processes; and
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Enhancing career navigation skills and developing the next generation of leadership.
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Lauren is recognized and sought-after for her nuanced insights, gentle humor, and passionate commitment to her work.
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Lauren’s newest book is Her Honor: Stories of Challenge and Triumph from Women Judges.
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Lauren is also the author of:
The Shield of Silence: How Power Perpetuates a Culture of Harassment and Bullying in the Workplace.
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You Raised Us. Now Work With Us - Millennials, Career Success, and Building Strong Workplace Teams
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Ending the Gauntlet: Removing Barriers to Women’s Success in the Law.
