Why Good Ideas Go Unheard: Microbehaviors that Drive (or Derail) Innovation 

Date: November 12, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: Online
Professional Development | Workplace Culture Lab
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Join us on Tuesday, November 12 at 2pm ET | 1pm CT | 12pm MT | 11am PT for a Workplace Research Symposium.

An overlooked contribution. A dismissive response. An invitation to share a different perspective. Everyday interactions influence which ideas move forward. This interactive workshop explores the microbehaviors that shape participation, recognition, and innovation. Through realistic workplace scenarios, you’ll practice spotting and interrupting the moments that matter. Leave with practical responses and strategies you can adapt immediately to ensure no one’s expertise is left on the table.

For just $149, attendees will gain exclusive insights to actionable recommendations. You will learn practical strategies and responses that you can adapt to your specific context to ensure that you’re engaging the full team’s expertise and not leaving anyone’s insights on the table. 

NCWIT fueled the expansion of the tech workforce by activating a research-backed, full-ecosystem approach to broaden access to and participation in technical fields. This innovative professional development opportunity will feature insights from and conversation with NCWIT Research Scientists, Dr. Catherine Ashcraft and Dr. Sharmaine Jackson. 

NCWIT’s NEW Workplace Culture Lab provides:

  • Direct Access to NCWIT Social Scientists: Bring your workplace questions to a live Q&A with experts who connect the latest research to practical real-world solutions. 
  • Research-Based Tools and Shareable Insights: Gain access to new NCWIT resources that you can use and share with others to help improve workplace culture and team performance in today’s rapidly changing environment. 
  • Actionable Takeaways: Leave with specific strategies to implement in your workplace immediately.

Meet the Presenters

Dr. Catherine Ashcraft

Director of Organizational Research & Change
Senior Research Scientist Center for Technology Workforce Innovation
College of Engineering & Applied Science
University of Colorado, Boulder
https://ncwit.org/profile/catherine-ashcraft-ph-d/

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Dr. Sharmaine Jackson

Director of Strategic Engagement
Research Scientist Center for Technology Workforce Innovation
College of Engineering & Applied Science
University of Colorado, Boulder
https://ncwit.org/profile/sharmaine-jackson-phd/

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