May 2024 Staff Development Opportunities

Understanding your Individual Conflict Dynamics Profile

Wednesday, May 8^th 2-3:30 pm Online (also offered June 4^th 11-12:30)

From the Office of UT Ombuds

Have you felt uncomfortable in conflict? Feel like you want to lash out or avoid the situation altogether? Most people would say yes, and that is absolutely normal. Did you know that not all conflicts lead to destructive outcomes? Instead, many conflicts—when managed well—can lead you and others to growth, innovation, and improvement. Starting two weeks before the workshop, registrants will receive an email invitation to take the Conflict Dynamics Profile (CDP) survey for free . Complete this 20-25 minute online survey no later than the Sunday BEFORE the workshop. (You will receive your digital survey profile report & a Zoom link the morning of the session). Register Here

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Making the Most of Your Working Day

Monday, May 13^th 2-3 pm Online

Optum

How would you describe a productive day? A non-productive one? Understanding the importance of time management is central to success in all endeavors, as well as our overall sense of contentment.

This training helps you find ways to make the most of your time and, most importantly, make time for yourself. Register Here

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Self-Care: Small Changes for Positive Results

Tuesday, May 21^st 3-4pm Online

Optum

Many people feel that they have to put other people’s needs before their own. But putting aside our own needs is a trap we can easily fall into with aging parents, young children or dependents relying on us. When we think about it our health and happiness are the basic foundations of our life and – just like a house – if the foundations are wobbly so too is the rest of the structure. Once you’ve grasped this fact you then turn to: ‘but when do I have time!?’. We get it. In this module we address both these issues; the need for self-care and the time you can find to do it. Register Here

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Conference for Women’s Leadership

May 22-23, 2024

$250

UT System Administration HR, EOD presents the Conference for Women’s Leadership (CWL) to address the professional development needs of UT women. The conference provides sessions on topics relevant to women at varying stages on the leadership journey, from those who are emerging as leaders to women in advanced leadership roles.

The Conference for Women’s Leadership will explore the meaning of women’s leadership in our current higher education environment. We are duty-bound to prepare women who lead at all levels to learn, develop, and grow their leadership abilities. In our current environment, there are calls for persistent, tenacious, and resilient leadership. The 2024 CWL theme is Journey Together! This year’s event includes a disco.

This year’s conference includes 5 themed tracks that the sessions will be focused on: Well-being, Work Relationships, Invisible Work, Decision-making, and Executive Leadership.

Interested in a more detailed description of what these sessions will entail? Click here to learn more!

Non-exempt employees can utilize the Career Development Fund, which can provide up to $150 per recipient.

Learn more about the UTC CDF HERE.

Register in K@TE Here!

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Highlighted articles and resources:

Reduce Work Overload – Ask For Help Candid Culture Blog

Not Getting a Reply? Don’t Chase – Make 3 Attempts Candid Culture Blog

How to Stand Up for Yourself – Crucial Skills Blog

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