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.

This two-hour lab helps you practice what you learned in the Courageous Conversations course. You will work with others in a safe, supportive space to try new strategies during tough conversations.

In this session, you will practice having brave conversations. You’ll use real-life examples to help you. You’ll reflect on your reactions. You’ll also learn easy ways to stay calm, listen well, and speak clearly, even about difficult topics.

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

During the course, you will explore:

• The basics of how we communicate 

• Why courageous conversations are important

• The key ideas behind courageous conversations

• Helpful tips and guidelines to make these conversations successful

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:

The role of a virtual moderator is vital to any online presentation or meeting and ensures a seamless experience for the participants. In this session, you will learn how to manage participants in your sessions while providing a positive interactive experience. 

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

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

• Determine career and professional development resources that are available to employees 

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.