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Workshops Offered by Training and Organizational Development Team
Crucial Conversations
Gives you the skills to step into disagreement, rather than over or around it and
turn disagreement into dialogue for improved relations and results. Teaches eight
powerful skills to help learners develop these vital skills through instruction, application,
practice and coaching for lasting improvement.
Succession Planning
Learn techniques to develop a succession plan strategy to minimizes gaps in leadership,
ensures the continuity of institutional knowledge, and enables employees to develop
the skills necessary for possible future roles. This interactive workshop will show
you how to design and implement an effective and flexible succession plan that will
help your organization continue to grow.
Navigating Change Management
Change is constant in any organization; therefore obtaining change management skills
has never been more critical. Navigating Change Management will help managers learn
techniques to prepare for change, recognize the spectrum of employee reactions, learn
how to manage employee uncertainty and identify strategies to implement workplace
changes.
Lean Six Sigma
Participants will learn the principles of Lean Six Sigma, learn how to utilize Lean
tools and how to improve processes by eliminating waste. This program will be led
by Dave Cutri, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt.
Management Operations Workshop
This workshop is intended for managers who have completed New Manager Training and/or
veteran managers. Managers will participate in hands-on activities involving employee/
labor relations, job descriptions, interview guides, knowledge transfer, and how to
manage and lead. Participant will also gain knowledge on the university budget system
and reports.
Noontime Knowledge
Finding time for professional development can be a challenge. Noontime Knowledge is a sequence of topics to that equip employees with knowledge, skills and overall wellbeing. These trainings will be less than 45 minutes and delivered online. The bi-monthly trainings will be highlighted in the Training and Organizational Development Newsletter to enroll. Do you have a request on a topic you’d like a session on? Reach out to us at Kimberly.Stec@Utoledo.edu
Performance Management: How to Prepare and Conduct a Performance Review
This training is intended for manager/supervisor leaders who prepare and conduct the
employee's performance evaluations. Leaders will learn the key components in the performance
management cycle and their role and acquire tips for giving effective performance
reviews.
New Manager Training
During this training we will cover important topics related to Performance Management,
Manager Best Practices and Human Resources. These trainings are intended for managers
to gain valuable knowledge and tools to be successful in their role. New managers
enrolled by invitation. If you are interested in learning more about this program
please contact Melissa.Auberle@utoledo.edu.
Other Workshops On Campus For Faculty & Staff
Retirement Planning
If you are considering retiring soon or within the next couple of years, there are
important factors to consider. The Benefits team will be hosting workshops to provide
you with a checklist of items to help you through the process and ensure you have
a smooth transition to retirement. Workshop dates are based on faculty or staff.
Leadership Development Series
The Leadership Development Series is designed to empower our current and future leaders with time to learn, practice and share ideas, and gain practical information on how to effectively lead and manage teams. The Leadership Development Series will consist of five in-person sessions, ranging from 2 hours to half-day classes, online preparatory work through the learning management system, and follow-up discussions. The dates of these training sessions are below and your full participation is expected in each of the sessions. If you are interested in registering for one of these classes fill out this form.
Spring 2024 Cohort
Session 1: Series Kickoff and Emotional Intelligence Workshop, February 20, 2024
(3:00pm – 4:30pm) Center for Administrative Support, CA1050
Session 2: Introduction to Crucial Conversation and DEI Dialogue, March 19, 2024 (8:30am
– 12:30pm) Center for Administrative Support, CA1050
Session 3: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), April 16, 2024 (3:00pm – 4:30pm) Center
for Administrative Support, CA1050
Session 4: Leadership Styles, May 21, 2024 (3:00pm – 4:30pm) Center for Administrative
Support, CA1050
Session 5: What's Derailing your Department, June 18, 2024 (3:00pm – 4:30pm) Center
for Administrative Support, CA1050
Fall 2024 Cohort
Session 1: Series Kickoff and Emotional Intelligence Workshop, August 20, 2024 (3:00pm – 4:30pm) Center for Administrative Support, CA1050
Session 2: Introduction to Crucial Conversation and DEI Dialogue, September 17, 2024
(8:30am – 12:30pm) Center for Administrative Support, CA1050
Session 3: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), October 15, 2024 (3:00pm – 4:30pm)
Center for Administrative Support, CA1050
Session 4: Leadership Styles, November 19, 2024 (3:00pm – 4:30pm) Center for Administrative
Support, CA1050
Session 5: What's Derailing your Department, December 17, 2024 (3:00pm – 4:30pm) Center
for Administrative Support, CA1050
For more information, contact Melissa Studer, Director of Training and Organization Development in Human Resources, at Melissa.Auberle@utoledo.edu.
L.E.A.D PROGRAM DETAILS
Learn . Empower . Achieve . Deliver
The LEAD program provides emerging leaders the opportunity to gain valuable leadership skills, network with leaders and colleagues across campus and create individual career development plans. Participants are nominated by their senior leadership or by an approved self-nomination form, and 25 are selected for each annual cohort.
The Program Includes:
- Learning sessions led by institution senior leaders on key topics in higher education and academic healthcare
- Executive Coaching utilizing Leadership 360 assessment tool
- Earn certificate in Crucial Conversation
- Individual mentoring with a selected leader
- 1:1 career development coaching
- Develop a strategic team project and present to senior leadership
Nomination Process:
Participants are self-nominated or nominated by Vice President and Deans across campus by Monday, October 9, 2023 5:00 PM. The Participants are notified by the end of November and the program begins January 2024 and runs through December 2024.
*While participation in the program does not guarantee promotion or advancement, it prepares colleagues for possible future leadership roles and offers opportunities for personal and professional development. Please be aware that as part of the LEAD program each participant will receive several leadership assessments. The cost of these assessments, $430 per participant, is paid for by the participant’s department.
The LEAD program provides emerging leaders the opportunity to gain valuable leadership skills, network with leaders and colleagues across campus and create individual career development plans. Participants are nominated by their senior leadership or by an approved self-nomination form, and 25 are selected for each annual cohort.Tools to Manage Your Own Development
Career Path Development Plan
Are you looking for tools to outline the next steps in your career? These tools will
first help employees assess their current skills, experiences and personality and
then develop an action plan to progress to their next career goal. Visit the Employee
Resources section inside the Employee Toolkit for the Career Path Development Plan material.
Mentorship Program
“Mentoring is a brain to pick, an ear to listen and a push in the right direction."
Do you have a mentor in mind, but do not know how to get started? The mentorship program
allows for employees to take ownership of their own personal and professional development
through mentorship. This is a relationship with a more knowledgeable and experienced
person that will serve as your mentor to help guide and nurture your professional development
and growth. Visit the Employee Resources section inside the Employee Toolkit for the Mentorship Program material.
More Virtual Professional Development Opportunities
Recommended TED Talks:
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- How great leaders inspire action by Simon Sinek
- Power of vulnerability by Brene Brown
- How to speak so that people will listen by Julian Treasure
- Puzzle of motivation by Dan Pink
- How to make stress your friend by Kelly McGonigal
- The happy secret to better work by Shawn Achor
- 10 ways to have a better conversation by Celeste Headlee
- Grit: The power of passion and perseverance by Angela Lee Duckworth
- The surprising science of happiness by Dan Gilbert
Development for You and Your Team(s)
Collaborate with the Training and Organization Development Team for educational services and/or professional development for you and/or your team(s). Fill out a request so we may evaluate your needs and identify an appropriate solution.
- Training is a short-term learning process in which employees get an opportunity to develop skills, competencies and knowledge in order to meet a concrete goal related to their role or job requirement.
Organizational Development is to help people function better within the organization. It is an educational process which is concerned with the overall growth of the employees. This can include such topics as team building, leadership coaching, continuous improvement, etc.