Build positive culture

We are politically and organizationally astute, understanding internal and external forces that affect the organization.

Practice Behavior-Based Interviewing Using Virtual Reality

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. 

Domain and Expectation

  • Execution
    • Achieve results
    • Build positive culture
  • Mission
    • Create value for the varied communities we serve
  • People
    • Foster and build collaborative relationships
    • Foster and promote multi-faceted teams
  • Self
    • Adapt
    • Communicate

Psychological Safety in the Workplace

Psychological safety is essential for creating a positive work culture where individuals feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their best. It fosters open communication, learning, collaboration and innovation, ultimately leading to higher performance and organizational success. This course will explore what psychological safety is (and is not) and how leaders can contribute to a positive, values-based workplace culture.

Domain and Expectation

  • Execution
    • Build positive culture
  • People
    • Foster and build collaborative relationships
    • Foster and promote multi-faceted teams
  • Self
    • Act with courage and confidence
    • Communicate

Communication Styles in the Workplace

Effective communication is the foundation of success at work. It enables individuals and organizations to:

  • Achieve their goals
  • Foster positive relationships
  • Navigate challenges effectively

Being an effective communicator means knowing yourself and how to expertly navigate conversations. This course will explore communication in the workplace through the  Straight Talk® system developed by communications expert and organizational leadership consultant Eric Douglas. 

Domain and Expectation

  • People
    • Foster and build collaborative relationships
  • Self
    • Communicate
  • Execution
    • Build positive culture

Responding to Mental Health Concerns in the Workplace

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. 

Domain and Expectation

  • Execution
    • Build positive culture
  • Mission
    • Create value for the varied communities we serve
  • People
    • Foster and build collaborative relationships
    • Foster and promote multi-faceted teams
  • Self
    • Adapt
    • Communicate

Giving and Receiving Feedback

A feedback-rich workplace culture is vital to individual, team and organizational success, but feedback isn’t always easy to give or receive. This interactive course will provide practical strategies for giving and receiving feedback gracefully and constructively. 

This course is part of the Leadership Development Curriculum, but can be taken as a standalone offering.

Domain and Expectation

  • Execution
    • Achieve results
    • Build positive culture
  • People
    • Coach and develop others
  • Self
    • Act with courage and confidence
    • Communicate

Talent Acquisition Bootcamp

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. 

Domain and Expectation

  • Execution
    • Achieve results
    • Build positive culture
  • Mission
    • Create value for the varied communities we serve
  • People
    • Foster and build collaborative relationships
    • Foster and promote multi-faceted teams
  • Self
    • Adapt

Introduction to Digital Accessibility

In June 2022, U-M enacted an Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility official policy. The policy covers digital formats such as websites, documents and software programs. Digital accessibility applied consistently avoids potential barriers for individuals with disabilities. This introductory course will provide an overview of:

Domain and Expectation

  • Execution
    • Achieve results
    • Build positive culture
    • Solve problems
  • Mission
    • Create value for the varied communities we serve
  • People
    • Foster and build collaborative relationships
  • Self
    • Adapt

Leadership in Action: Building a Speak Up, Listen Up, Follow Up Culture

Leaders play an important role in preventing workplace issues and wrongdoing. This course gives leaders tools and strategies to create a more welcoming and respectful work environment. Interactive discussions, case studies, and role-playing exercises will enhance learning. Leaders will be more prepared to:

Domain and Expectation

  • Mission
    • Create value for the varied communities we serve
    • Create a shared vision
    • Lead innovation and change
  • People
    • Foster and promote multi-faceted teams
    • Foster and build collaborative relationships
    • Coach and develop others
  • Self
    • Adapt
    • Act with courage and confidence
    • Communicate
  • Execution
    • Achieve results
    • Solve problems
    • Build positive culture

Leading Positive Workplace Cultures

Managers who understand organizational culture and climate can work to create an environment that is supportive, inclusive and values employees. This can lead to increased employee satisfaction, improved morale and higher levels of employee engagement. This foundational course provides managers with the tools and knowledge to lead a positive workplace culture within their team.

You will learn to:

  • Determine the impact of supervisors on workplace culture and climate

  • Implement positive changes to cultivate a supportive work environment

Domain and Expectation

  • Mission
    • Create a shared vision
    • Lead innovation and change
  • Execution
    • Build positive culture

Transitioning from Peer to Supervisor

Transitioning from a member of a team to a leadership role is both exciting and challenging, and even more so if you are promoted from within a team. This session will focus on practical strategies to create greater self-awareness and build upon your strengths to become your best leader self. 

Domain and Expectation

  • Execution
    • Build positive culture
  • Mission
    • Create value for the varied communities we serve
  • People
    • Foster and build collaborative relationships
  • Self
    • Adapt
    • Communicate

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