The level of a manager’s influence relies heavily on their communication skills. This program will address the communication concerns managers uniquely face, exploring the skills required to be effective. Register here
*EMPOWERED * ENCOURAGED * ENRICHED * ENLIGHTENED * The in-person E4 Symposium will build community through engagement in learning and professional development opportunities in a one-and-half-day format delivered through four leadership areas of emphasis. The four tracks are: (a) emerging; (b) early; (c) mid-level; and (d) executive. There will be time and space to engage…
Managers will learn to identify the characteristics of effective teamwork, influence the work group function and recognize the signs of difficulty on a team. This program will also help participants form and maintain effective teams and improve productivity and morale. Participants will: Define teamwork Determine their individual work style Learn how to modify work style…
Participants will discover their own work style and how that personal style interacts within the team. This program features exercises that prompt employees to maintain effective teams and work together to reduce tension and stress and improve morale and productivity. Participants will: Identify warning signs Explore the benefits of teamwork Determine strategies for interaction Identify…
Bonnie St. John, former Paralympic skier, former director of the White House National Economic Council and author of Micro-Resilience: Minor Shifts for Major Boosts in Focus, Drive, and Energy, teaches skills for leading with humility in the face of modern-day social and emotional challenges. Register for the Crucial Learning Summer Webinar Series: Bright Minds and Big…
“You don’t need a title to show some leadership.” – Robin Sharma Program Objectives: “Leading from Where You Are” is a certificate program designed for the professional development of all employees regardless of status, classification, or title. The program is the preliminary learning opportunity that anchors the overall leadership development focus of UT System HR…
This zoom training session will include but is not limited to: an overview of what the Office of Risk Management does, policies that dictate UT’s risk management practices, and procedures for filing claims, insurance management, and general risk mitigation. Objectives: Introduce new or updated procedures, explain risk management practices, answer questions, and make UTC employees…
Recent evidence suggests that managers can influence employee burnout, directly and indirectly, through the actions they take and the health models that they too live by. What managers do and say matters. Even managers and supervisors who do not think they have a role as a health leader should consider attending this session because it…
Sessions start on August 18, 2022. These sessions will be online, so you may join from where you are. You may ask, “What is Leading From Where You Are?”. This certificate program is designed for the professional development of all employees regardless of status, classification, or title. The program is the preliminary learning opportunity that…
Rapid technological advances have given us infinitely more ways to communicate with people across time and space. Yet many of us feel more disconnected than ever from other human beings. Why? What drives our sense of connection or disconnection to others? How can we use (or step away from) technology to foster more meaningful connections?…
*BACK AGAIN!* One-day Certificate Program: Leading From Where You Are “You don’t need a title to show some leadership.” – Robin Sharma September 22, 8:30am-5:00pm, Chickamauga Room Program Objectives: “Leading from Where You Are” is a certificate program designed for the professional development of all employees regardless of status, classification, or title. The program is…
The Offices of Equity and Inclusion and Human Resources are pleased to announce Search Committee Training for Fall 2022. Search Committee Training is mandatory for anyone serving on a faculty or exempt staff search committee at UTC, and the training must be repeated after 2 years. This Zoom training provides essential information and resources for…
Please join us for lunch October 17 to continue our UTC LeadHERship journey, as we remain committed to embracing and engaging our diverse community. Luncheon Session Topic Building Your Personal Brand Speaker(s) This leadership development topic will be addressed with an engaging panelist discussion among women representing various perspectives of leadership and the journey of…
Join the team at Crucial Learning and the NY Times bestselling author Joseph Grenny as he shares the skills needed to manage performance in today’s modern workforce. You’ll learn: How to build accountability and trust in a team—wherever they are located How to diagnose if disengagement is caused by a lack of ability or a…
The Offices of Equity and Inclusion and Human Resources are pleased to announce Search Committee Training for Fall 2022. Search Committee Training is mandatory for anyone serving on a faculty or exempt staff search committee at UTC, and the training must be repeated after 2 years. This Zoom training provides essential information and resources for…
UT System HR, EOD invites non-exempt staff from across the state to register for the second-annual NEXT Conference. NEXT is a one-day learning event designed to meet the specific needs of non-exempt staff on all campuses. This conference is an investment in the growth and development of non-exempt staff who serve and support our campuses;…
Appreciation is not one-size-fits-all. In fact, appreciation looks different to different people. This session will assist supervisors and managers in effectively communicating appreciation and encouragement to their employees, resulting in higher levels of job satisfaction, healthier relationships between managers and employees, and decreased cases of burnout for staff. Program Highlights: Identify core concepts of appreciation…
Have you completed the CliftonStrengths assessment producing your “Top 5 Strengths”, but don’t really know what to do next? This is your opportunity to take a deeper dive into understanding your individual strengths and how to incorporate them into your work. *Note-you will need a copy of your strengths report prior to attending this session.…
The Offices of Equity and Inclusion and Human Resources are pleased to announce Search Committee Training for Fall 2022. Search Committee Training is mandatory for anyone serving on a faculty or exempt staff search committee at UTC, and the training must be repeated after 2 years. This Zoom training provides essential information and resources for…
UT System HR Employee and Organizational Development is proud to host the first-annual Administrative Professionals Summit: A system-wide event designed for rigorous learning for administrative professionals from across the state. This conference will provide professional growth and leadership development relative to the roles and responsibilities of administrative professionals. We appreciate your dedication to your professional…
Has your team taken the CliftonStrengths assessment and you find yourself wanting to utilize the results in your office more effectively? This is your opportunity to learn and apply strength-based supervision strategies for your team ultimately leading towards speaking the same language while encouraging growth and employee success. *Note-you will need a copy of your…
Jennifer Pharr Davis Internationally recognized adventurer, speaker, author, and entrepreneur. How do you deliver your best when your best never feels like enough? The journey of optimizing performance without sacrificing wellbeing demands organization, communication, and adaptability - plus humor, forgiveness and good friends. Gain insight to better embrace discomfort and succeed personally and professionally. You…
The True Colors® Personal Success Workshop is a hands-on and interactive personality workshop that guides participants through the foundational concepts of the True Colors personality system as it applies to our personal and professional lives. Come and experience a lively, informative and engaging class that will give you tools to better understand yourself and those around you at…
The Offices of Equity and Inclusion and Human Resources are pleased to announce Search Committee Training for Fall 2022. Search Committee Training is mandatory for anyone serving on a faculty or exempt staff search committee at UTC, and the training must be repeated after 2 years. This Zoom training provides essential information and resources for…
This is one in a series of Performance Management sessions offered for UTC managers. You can come to one or all. Performance Reviews: 4 Things Managers Can Start Doing Today: As Performance Review season approaches, what are some things you can start doing today to prepare? Come find out! Register for all or some of…
Description: If you’re tired of tolerating poor performance from your staff, then please join us for a Sketch & Seminar on Building Better Bosses. Organizational Repair Expert, Mack Munro, will show you new processes and models that will enable you to train you and your managers to: Identify why your employees show low motivation and ownership. Take steps…
The Offices of Equity and Inclusion and Human Resources are pleased to announce Search Committee Training for Fall 2022. Search Committee Training is mandatory for anyone serving on a faculty or exempt staff search committee at UTC, and the training must be repeated after 2 years. This Zoom training provides essential information and resources for…
This is one in a series of Performance Management sessions offered for UTC managers. You can come to one or all. Performance Management at UTC for New Managers: New to UTC or Performance Management? Come and learn about the Performance Management cycle used here at UTC. Register for all or some of the sessions HERE. …
New to UTC or interested in the Performance Management Cycle that is used here? This virtual course for staff is an introduction to and overview of the Performance Management at UTC. Bring your questions and join us! Register HERE
This is one in a series of Performance Management sessions offered for UTC managers. You can come to one or all. Feedback: Making the Most of Your Performance Review Comments: Let’s talk about how to make the most of the comments sections of the Performance Review Summary form. Register for all or some of the…
This is one in a series of Performance Management sessions offered for UTC managers. You can come to one or all. Annual Review Conversations: Best Practices:Come and learn some best practices that can be utilized during the annual performance review meetings. Register for all or some of the sessions HERE. Click on the date of…
This is one in a series of Performance Management sessions offered for UTC managers. You can come to one or all. Performance Management: Planning for the New Year: Make the most of your annual review conversations and use it to plan the new year. What might that look like? Come and find out! Register for…
LIMITED to 35 participants – Registration is Required “Leading from Where You Are” is a certificate program designed for the professional development of all employees regardless of status, classification, or title. The program is the preliminary learning opportunity that anchors the overall leadership development focus of UT System HR Employee and Organizational Development. The program…
Appreciation is not one-size-fits-all. In fact, appreciation looks different to different people. This session will assist supervisors and managers in effectively communicating appreciation and encouragement to their employees, resulting in higher levels of job satisfaction, healthier relationships between managers and employees, and decreased cases of burnout for staff. Program Highlights: · Identify core…
Register Here! 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…
Today’s workplace dynamics are rapidly changing. It’s possible for one workplace to have four different generations on the same team sharing the same space. Because different generations bring their own values, rules and styles, that can sometimes lead to conflict or unproductive competition. This program can help participants understand generational differences — and get tips…
This session is for managers and supervisors, this program can help take the guesswork out of managing people effectively. By applying the information presented, participants will inspire better working relationships, improved morale and motivation, and increased trust and productivity. Registration coming soon.
This session is for managers and supervisors, this program can help take the guesswork out of managing people effectively. By applying the information presented, participants will inspire better working relationships, improved morale and motivation, and increased trust and productivity. Registration coming soon.
September 19th – 20th, 2023 UT Conference Center Building Knoxville, TN Register Here! The concept of the “best man” has its origin in medieval Germany when the best man was identified as that trusted individual who had your back, supported you, who would go to battle with you and for you. The BEST Man Forum…
What is Performance Management? What is the Performance Management Cycle at UTC and what do staff need to know about it? Bring your questions and let's talk Performance Management at UTC! Register HERE
October 20th, 2023 UT Space Institute Tullahoma, TN Register Here! The NEXT “Non-Exempt Employees Excelling Together” Conference is an exciting learning opportunity presented by UT System Administration HR, Employee & Organizational Development. NEXT is designed to meet the specific needs of non-exempt staff on all campuses. This conference is an investment in the growth and…
Performance reviews offer a great opportunity to celebrate high performers, address performance issues and align individual and team objectives with the departmental and overall UTC vision and strategy. Performance reviews can also improve employee engagement, motivation, and satisfaction by showing them that their work is valued and recognized here at UTC. As we approach…
November 8th- 9th, 2023 Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown Register Here! UT System Administration HR Employee and Organizational Development is proud to host the second-annual Administrative Professionals Summit: A system-wide event designed for rigorous learning for administrative professionals from across the state. This conference will provide professional growth and leadership development relative to the roles and…
Performance reviews offer a great opportunity to celebrate high performers, address performance issues and align individual and team objectives with the departmental and overall UTC vision and strategy. Performance reviews can also improve employee engagement, motivation, and satisfaction by showing them that their work is valued and recognized here at UTC. As we approach…
Performance reviews offer a great opportunity to celebrate high performers, address performance issues and align individual and team objectives with the departmental and overall UTC vision and strategy. Performance reviews can also improve employee engagement, motivation, and satisfaction by showing them that their work is valued and recognized here at UTC. The upcoming sessions are…
Performance reviews offer a great opportunity to celebrate high performers, address performance issues and align individual and team objectives with the departmental and overall UTC vision and strategy. Performance reviews can also improve employee engagement, motivation, and satisfaction by showing them that their work is valued and recognized here at UTC. The upcoming sessions…
Performance reviews offer a great opportunity to celebrate high performers, address performance issues and align individual and team objectives with the departmental and overall UTC vision and strategy. Performance reviews can also improve employee engagement, motivation, and satisfaction by showing them that their work is valued and recognized here at UTC. Thursday, March 14th 1-2pm…