Human Resources: Upcoming Programs |
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April 21, 2015, Volume 61, No. 31 |
Professional and Personal Development
Improve your skills and get ahead in your career by taking advantage of the many development opportunities provided by Human Resources. To register for programs, visit knowledgelink.upenn.edu or contact Learning and Education at (215) 898-3400.
Effective Performance Management; 5/1; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; $75. Conducting annual performance reviews is a task many managers are not comfortable with. This workshop provides the information, tips and applications that will make the process easier, more comfortable and more effective in producing real employee performance improvement. Managers and supervisors will discover how to give effective feedback, understand the difference between standards and goals, why interim reviews are critical to the review process, the right way to document employee performance and many more tips and techniques for completing effective performance reviews.
STEP UP Introduction: First Steps to Excellence; 5/5; 9 a.m.-noon; $150 for entire program.
STEP UP is a pre-supervisory training program designed for motivated individuals who aspire to be supervisors or managers. First Steps to Excellence is the entry point for the seven-course STEP UP Pre-Supervisory Curriculum and must be completed as the first course in the curriculum. By the end of First Steps to Excellence, you’ll have a deeper understanding of your five signature strengths and discover additional ways to take charge of your career at Penn.
The Magic of We: Teamwork; 5/5; 1-2 p.m. The Magic of We is the feeling of achievement and accomplishment that comes through collaborative action, especially when it creates a highly successful result. After completing this workshop, managers and supervisors will be able to describe strategies that break down barriers that hinder effective teamwork. In addition, you will be able to apply the concepts demonstrated to a current challenge in your school or center.
Career Focus Brown Bag: Cover Letters That Get Results; 5/13; noon-1 p.m. We all know that employers get so many resumes in response to just one job opening. It becomes more important than ever to find ways to make your information stand out from the crowd. A well-written cover letter gives you that great opportunity to communicate your match to the position and your fit to the organization. Come to this session to learn the steps to creating a powerful cover letter.
Understanding Your Strengths; 5/28; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; $75. “If you spend your life trying to be good at everything, you will never be great at anything.” Do you have the opportunity to do what you do best every day? Research has shown that employees who know how to be the best and use their talents and strengths in the workplace tend to be more successful, engaged and productive.
In this three-hour program, you will:
- Learn how to use your top five signature strengths more effectively in the workplace;
- Discover ways to use your strengths to better interact with others;
- Determine which strengths you are not currently optimizing for personal and professional success;
- Set goals and action items for using your strengths to maximize your personal development.
Prior to the class, you will take the online StrengthsQuest assessment (included in the cost) and receive a customized report that lists your top five signature strengths.
Quality of Worklife Workshops
Dealing with the demands of work and your personal life can be challenging. These free workshops, sponsored by Human Resources and led by experts from Penn’s Employee Assistance Program and Quality of Worklife Department, offer information and support for your personal and professional life challenges. For complete details and to register, visit www.hr.upenn.edu/myhr/registration or contact Human Resources at (215) 573-2471 or qowl@hr.upenn.edu
How to Handle Conflict in the Workplace; 5/5; noon-1 p.m. Gain the skills necessary for effectively reducing opportunities for conflict with colleagues and in the workplace. Learn the varied styles of conflict resolution and the options for managing conflict when it arises.
Webinar: Internet Information for Parents; 5/14; 1-2 p.m. In this webinar, we will look at the realities of the internet as well as the benefits. We will discuss the importance of learning the language of the internet and how to identify concerns and risks. Participants will learn strategies to increase safety online with instant messaging, social networking and chat rooms. A list of resources and monitoring software will be provided. This webinar is provided by Penn’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Webinar: Planning for and Protecting Your Digital Assets; 5/19; noon-1 p.m. With more of our interactions, business dealings and financial matters being handled online, there are new questions about how to plan for and properly protect digital assets in the event of death or incapacity. Whether you have an income generating website, a highly trafficked Facebook page, a blog, online banking accounts or just an email account with personal memories and information, this webinar is for you. This webinar is provided by Penn’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Healthy Living Workshops
Get the tools you need to live well year-round. From expert nutrition and weight loss advice to exercise and disease prevention strategies, we can help you kick-start your body and embrace a healthy lifestyle. These free workshops are sponsored by Human Resources. For complete details and to register, visit www.hr.upenn.edu/myhr/registration or contact Human Resources at (215) 573-2471 or qowl@hr.upenn.edu
Spring Wellness Walk: 5/1; noon-1 p.m. Enhance your health and build community on campus with a two-mile walk around Penn Park. The event check-in table and starting line will be on Shoemaker Green (located at 33rd Street, in front of the Palestra). All registered participants will receive promotional giveaways. The Spring Wellness Walk is co-sponsored by PPSA, Human Resources and Penn Recreation.
Gentle Yoga; 5/5; 5/21; noon-1 p.m. Let your body reward itself with movement. Join us for this Gentle Yoga session and explore the natural movements of the spine with slow and fluid moving bends and soft twists. During this session, you will flow into modified sun salutations that loosen the tightened muscles and joints of the lower back, neck, shoulders and wrists. And as an added bonus, you’ll get a workout in the process. Mats and props will be provided.
Chair Yoga; 5/13; noon-1 p.m. Plenty of people turn to yoga for exercise, but striking a pose isn’t for everyone. If you’ve been tempted to try it but don’t know where to start, it’s time to try chair yoga. Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support. You get the same benefits of a regular yoga workout (like increased strength, flexibility and balance) but don’t have to master complex poses. Chair yoga can even better your breathing and teach you how to relax your mind and improve your wellbeing. Ready to give it a try? Don’t worry about your experience or flexibility—chair yoga can be modified for all levels. This workshop will be led by Lieutenant John Wylie, of the Department of Public Safety at Penn.
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