Power of Deep Listening: Building Authentic Leadership in Climate and Public Service Careers (Session 2)

​Join Temi's session at DCCW's Career Development Day!

​In this interactive session, participants will learn how deep listening accelerates career growth, strengthens leadership presence, and builds trust in climate and public service roles. We’ll explore how listening is a strategic skill for navigating complex stakeholder environments, influencing without authority, and uncovering opportunities. Through a short demonstration and paired exercise, participants will practice deep listening in real career scenarios—networking, interviews, and team settings. The session concludes with practical strategies to apply deep listening to stand out, lead authentically, and advance impact-driven careers.

​Temitayo (Temi) Ifafore-Calfee is an entrepreneur, global development executive, and former Division Chief at USAID with over fifteen years of experience advancing public-private partnerships, workforce development, and international economic growth. As a career mentor, Temi is passionate about helping professionals translate their skills into compelling narratives that open doors in climate, development, and public service careers.