Welcome Back: Exciting Professional Development Opportunities Ahead!
On behalf of the HR’s Organizational Learning and Development team, we welcome you back for the spring 2025 semester, and we wish you a wonderful start to the new year. We hope you had a restful and refreshing break, and we are excited to continue supporting your professional development in the months ahead.
We’re thrilled to announce that our professional development workshops will resume in February! Check out the upcoming webinars, and be sure to mark your calendars for these valuable learning opportunities. Be sure to register today!
- Resilience: Bouncing Back Stronger
Presented by EAP for Anthem
Friday, February 7, 12 p.m. via Zoom
Description: This is a great opportunity to de-stress and refocus after the busy start of the semester and peak enrollment period. Resiliency is all about bouncing back. No matter what life throws at us, we can always learn tips and techniques that we can use daily to help us bounce back and become more resilient, no matter what we go through. This seminar will leave participants feeling empowered with the knowledge of what steps they need to take to become more resilient. - Speak, Listen, Connect: Strategies for EQ Communication
Presented by Faith Redd-Walker, HR Organizational Learning and Development
Wednesday, February 12, 12 p.m. via Zoom
Description: Emotionally intelligent communication is the ability to express yourself clearly, listen actively and respond with empathy while managing emotions—both yours and others. In this professional development session, you’ll gain practical strategies to enhance your communication skills by understanding emotional cues, practicing empathy and building stronger connections. Whether you’re leading a team, collaborating with colleagues or resolving conflicts, emotionally intelligent communication can transform how you engage with others. Join us to explore actionable techniques for navigating conversations with clarity and compassion, ensuring your message resonates and strengthens relationships in any professional setting. - New Year, New Goals: Building Individualized Performance Plans
Presented by John Mayen-Krogstad, HR Organizational Learning and Development
Friday, February 21, 12 p.m. via Zoom
Description: Start the new year off with a fresh focus on professional growth and performance! Join us for a one-hour Zoom webinar on creating an Individualized Development Plan (IDP) using SMART Goals. This session will guide you through the process of setting clear, actionable goals that align with your growth and performance evaluation objectives. It’s an excellent opportunity for supervisors to gain valuable tools for coaching their direct reports, but the session is open to all audiences who are looking to take charge of their development and achieve tangible results. Don’t miss this chance to set yourself up for success in the year ahead! - Diversity in the Workplace Topic (additional details to come!)
Presented by Dr. Nathan Carter, Chief Institutional Effectiveness and Inclusion Officer (CIEIO)
Monday, February 24, 1 p.m. via Zoom
Description: Curious about how to maximize the strengths of different generations in the workplace? Join us for an exciting workshop on working in a multi-generational environment! Learn strategies for collaborating across age groups, leveraging diverse perspectives, and enhancing team dynamics. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your skills and grow together!
If you missed any previous workshops, don’t worry! We have recordings available for you to view at your convenience. Simply visit our Professional Development Opportunities site to access the full library of past sessions.
Stay tuned for more details, and we look forward to seeing you in February!
Submitted by:
Yesenia Bidwell, Assoc. Director of Organizational Development, YBidwell@nvcc.edu