Management Seminar Newsletter
December 10, 2020
Management Seminar Class Offerings
December 15
8-10 am
Impact of COVID-19 and 2020 Election on the School Finance Act, Registration LINK
This offering focuses on the School Finance Act and how the State's budget impacts the district's funding and therefore dollars available for schools and departments. Director of Budget Colleen Doan will help participants will gain a basic understanding of this complicated topic and the effect of the changes from the state and from recent ballot measures.
January 13
8-10 am
Skills for Supervisors, Registration LINK
This session includes key skills for success as a supervisor. Content is great for a new supervisor and is useful as a reminder to an experienced supervisor. Participants will learn how to overcome common obstacles, manage the work, build a positive climate and culture, and address performance concerns
January 20 & February 10
8-10 am
QBQ! The Question Behind the Question Book Study, Registration LINK
This book, QBQ! The Question Behind the Question by John G Miller is a quick but deep book that explores the role of personal accountability in one's work and personal life. Participants will need to purchase (or check out from the public library) the book and read it prior to the first meeting. Guiding questions will be provided.
Leadership
Article from Culture Amp
This article includes a list of performance review phrases – for self-evaluation, managers, and peers – to guide you in the right direction and sharpen your ability to provide useful feedback.
Performance review examples & guide
Article from Franklin Covey
It’s a big part of your job to care about your direct reports’ well-being and careers. But what about when a direct report’s work performance unravels due to a struggle with depression, anxiety, addiction, or another mental health condition?
How to Respond When a Direct Report has Anxiety, Depression, or Other Mental Health Issue
Article from Emergenetics
Effective communication is a beautiful thing. When your teammates’ messages are crystal clear, projects run more smoothly, teams work productively, and employees have an easier time relating and connecting with one another.
13 Common Communication Mistakes While Working from Home – And How to Fix Them
Sharpen The Saw
Try these practical ideas to counteract common stressors before they can grind you down.