Management Seminar Newsletter
October 2023
"Action and reaction, ebb and flow, trial and error, change - this is the rhythm of living. Out of our over-confidence, fear; out of our fear, clearer vision, fresh hope. And out of hope, progress."
- Bruce Barton
Have you ever thought about your life this way?
How does thinking about the rhythm of life inform or inspire you?
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERINGS
Management Seminar: Conducting Workday Evaluations Training 23-24
Participants will learn how to conduct comprehensive evaluations for classified, pro-tech, and admin staff in Workday. Evaluators will explore the evaluation standards and how they apply to different job profiles. There will be time for questions and discussions with HR Employee Relations Director Dion Killingsworth.
Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Time: 9:00 am -11:00 am
Facilitators: Vanessa Hoffman and HR Employee Relation Director Dion Killingsworth
Registration LINK
Management Seminar: Presentation Skills
Well-trained speakers know how to communicate with purpose, passion, and poise. These people appear confident and capable in almost any situation.
No matter how skilled, most people can benefit from presentation skills training. Participants will gain an understanding of what makes a great presentation, the importance of defining the “why”, and the “how” of delivering a presentation effectively.
Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Time: 10:00 am -12:00 Noon
Facilitators: Vanessa Hoffman
Registration LINK
Management Seminar: Facilitation Skills
Developing and refining facilitation skills is an ongoing pursuit. We have to be perpetually growing in our craft to better meet the needs of adult learners. This class will focus on the effectiveness of instructor-led, participant-centered training.
Date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Time: 10:00 am -12:00 Noon
Facilitators: Vanessa Hoffman
Registration LINK
LEADERSHIP
4 Myths About Introverts and Extroverts in the Workplace, Backed by Considerable Science
Professional success has little to do with whether you're introverted or extroverted. The key is how well you adapt to different situations--and to the needs of other people.
The Surprising Power of Questions
A research-backed guide for choosing the best type, tone, sequence, and framing of questions.
Read the full article from Harvard Business Review HERE
This is how managers can have effective conversations with their Gen Z employees
Unlike previous generations, Gen Z prioritizes career growth and development over job stability.
Read the full article from Fast Company HERE
SHARPEN THE SAW
Neuroscience Says Exercise Can Make You Smarter, Less Stressed, and a Lot Happier
According to the researchers, exercise not only reduces anxiety, but also helps you stay calmer when you're confronted with a difficult situation. In short, exercise can help you be a better leader.
Read the full article from Inc. HERE
Worries Keeping You Up? A Scientist Reveals How to Fall Asleep More Quickly
Professional Development Department
Email: vlhoffman@dcsdk12.org
Website: https://sites.google.com/a/dcsdk12.org/professional-development-support-staff/management-seminar
Phone: 303-387-7958