Appreciation is not one-size-fits-all. In fact, appreciation looks different to different people. For some, it’s their receiving praise in front of a crowd, for others, a simple “thank you” is enough acknowledgment. This training experience, based on the book, The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace, equips you with proven, practical steps to build a positive culture of value and affirmation wherever you are!

Presented by Optum Improving workplace relationships often requires understanding — and managing —underlying difficult behaviors. This program helps identify the difficult behaviors we encounter in both our personal and work lives. Participants will then learn specific guidelines for interacting and dealing with these behaviors in everyday life.   Participants will: •    Improve basic assertive communication…

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Presented by Optum Integrity and respect in workplace interactions help cultivate a positive and successful environment that enhances the bottom line. This program will introduce communication skills and other behaviors that promote respectful, open ways of relating, settling differences and working effectively as a team.    Participants will:  •    Explore conflict negotiation strategies  •    Foster…

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Having excellent presentation skills is essential for success. In this seminar participants will learn how to plan for successful presentations, build confidence, practice verbal and body language elements, and learn how to build rapport with an audience to keep them engaged.

ACTIVE LISTENING Faith Lewis, UT Employee & Organizational Development Effective listening is a skill that must be learned. Participants will be able to identify their listening style and barriers to active listening. Participants will gain a stronger understanding and be able to demonstrate empathetic listening through action learning activities and videos.