What It Is

The demands of modern work take a measurable toll on how we think, relate and lead. These demands include:

• Sustained pressure
• Rapid change
• Constant cognitive load

Our capacity to regulate emotions, manage internal states and sustain cognitive performance is not fixed. It is trainable. Research from U-M and the emerging field of mental fitness science supports this potential.

Using Liberating Structures, this workshop will introduce practical approaches to: 

• Tackle complex problems
• Generate collaborative ideas
• Make progress on strategic priorities 

Leaders will engage in highly interactive activities to surface diverse perspectives, identify opportunities and move toward practical next steps.

Every leader at the University of Michigan today is having to navigate new challenges and changes. The ability to adapt, inspire, and mobilize others while staying steady in action is key to moving an initiative forward. Michigan Medicine Faculty Development and Organizational Learning have designed a five-month immersive leadership development program built on the Adaptive Leadership framework originating from the Harvard Center for Leadership.

In this course, you will learn how to have important and sometimes difficult conversations. These talks are called "courageous conversations." They help us understand each other, share our feelings and strengthen our relationships.

During the course, you will explore:

Ever wonder what the “something” is that makes great leaders great? It’s emotional intelligence. In today’s work environment, it’s often more important than technical knowledge and skills. This brief, practical program lays the foundation for what emotional intelligence is and how to use it. We will also cover how you can  strengthen your skills in these areas:

This online orientation module focuses on welcoming new staff to the university community. It equips new employees with tools to navigate our decentralized institution. 

Learning Objectives

You will learn to:

• Define which U-M policies apply in various situations

• Utilize employee support resources and optional benefits

• Identify the benefits available to new employees

• Select benefits plans appropriate to individual needs

The early stages of a new employee's U-M career is an exciting time. It is also a great opportunity to help them settle in and set them up for success in their new role. There are two redesigned tools intended to enhance the new employee experience. Join us during one of these sessions to learn about: 

Looking to practice your interviewing skills in a fun and engaging manner? This session will help you enhance your understanding of behavior-based interviewing techniques. You will also have a chance to practice with an avatar in a virtual environment. Done right, this approach promotes consistency. It also helps interviewers understand how candidates' skills align with the job requirements. 

Leaders and supervisors play an important role in supporting the mental health and well-being of their teams. In this interactive session, you will learn best practices and strategies to recognize and respond to mental and emotional health concerns in the workplace. 

A successful hiring process is an important part of building a positive organizational culture. It will help you find staff who can quickly contribute to your team. This course aims to equip hiring teams with:

• A comprehensive understanding of inclusive practices and tools

• A deep dive into all stages of the recruiting and hiring process

• Approaches to help mitigate potential biases throughout the hiring process 

Class discussions and activities will allow participants to put learning into practice.