Human Resources: Upcoming Programs in February |
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January 19, 2016, Volume 62, No. 19 |
Professional & Personal Development
Improve your skills and get ahead in your career by taking advantage of the many development opportunities provided by Human Resources. You can register for programs by visiting knowledgelink.upenn.edu or contacting Learning and Education at (215) 898-3400.
Dealing Effectively with Unacceptable Employee Behavior; 2/2; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; $75. Learn how to recognize the 15 warning signs that a problem is brewing; how to act—not react—in a negative situation; how to offer constructive feedback; how to choose the right intervention technique, from counseling and coaching to formal discipline meetings; and how to set measurable performance standards and communicate them to employees effectively.
Developing Your Professional Presence and Image; 2/3; 12:30-1:30 p.m. What we say, how we say it, our body language, dress, workplace demeanor and more...all of these factors contribute to our professional presence and affect how we are perceived in the workplace. By the end of this session you will know how to establish a professional presence and a personal brand that elevates you in your workplace.
Essentials of Management; 2/9; 9 a.m.-noon; $250 for 9-part course. Essentials of Management provides new managers with knowledge of effective management practices, applicable skills and the information needed to manage people. Through active learning, participation and dialogue, you can increase knowledge of human resource management practices and other key workplace considerations. Interact with a cohort of peer managers over a four-to-five month period to develop your management skills through the various parts of the employee life cycle, including interviewing, hiring, development, engagement and performance management. Learn how to use judgment in evaluating situations and applying HR policies and procedures. The program is comprised of classroom sessions, online training and assignments, 360 degree feedback process and the opportunity to discuss the results with a professional performance coach. Course requirement: This course is available to supervisors/managers only.
Conflict Resolution: A Win/Win Approach; 2/9; 12:30-1:30 p.m. Conflict in the workplace should be addressed in order to maintain productivity, increase retention rates and improve morale. Failure to address conflict often leads to an escalation of the problem and may lead to unproductive behaviors such as resentment, displacement or defensiveness. This video will help you find a win-win solution.
Managing Student Employees Effectively; 2/10; 9 a.m.-noon; $75. Student workers are first and foremost students, and their primary focus is their education. On-campus jobs serve as extracurricular activities that help students earn supplemental income and more importantly build skills to prepare them for their professional careers. Given this, student employees present different needs than traditional staff members. Managers must respond and manage these differences effectively to ensure productivity. This three-hour program will provide attendees with resources that can be used to better meet the needs of hiring and managing student employees.
Words@Work; 2/16, 2/19, & 3/1; 9 a.m.-noon; $75 for 3-part course. Are you ready to improve your business writing skills? This 3-part workshop is designed to provide you with an updated, practical, no-nonsense perspective on today’s business writing. The workshop challenges many long-held assumptions about the “right” way to communicate. By the end of this course, you will: gain a better understanding of the dynamics of written communication; try out a group of the latest writing tools; transform tentative, imprecise writing into effective communication; energize your writing style; develop appropriateness, clarity and powerful expression; and learn how to revise your own work.
STEP UP: Introduction; 2/17; 9 a.m.-noon; $150 for 7-part course. STEP UP is Penn’s pre-supervisory training program designed for motivated individuals who aspire to be supervisors or managers.
Writing an Effective Job Description and PIQ; 2/17; 12:30-1:30 p.m. This brown bag session will provide guidance on writing effective job descriptions. Job descriptions, along with the Position Information Questionnaire (PIQ), are the foundation of capturing employees’ work. They describe the duties and responsibilities that staff perform as University employees. The key sections of the job description format will be discussed, along with guidance on how to best describe and prioritize duties. This session may be of interest to both employees and managers.
TED Talk Tuesday—The Power of Vulnerability; 2/23; 12:30–1:30 p.m. In this session we will view and discuss Brene Brown’s TED Talk, “The Power of Vulnerability.” Dr. Brown studies human connection—our ability to empathize, belong and love. In her poignant and funny talk, Dr. Brown shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as to understand humanity.
American Management Association’s Fundamentals of Strategic Planning; 2/24 & 2/25; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; $75 for 2-part course. Improve your knowledge of strategic planning to understand what senior management is thinking and why—and increase your value to your organization! Here’s an overview of strategic planning for those not directly involved in the planning process, but who want to understand the impact of strategy on their work and their organization’s success. Gain a perspective and vocabulary for strategic planning to help you actively and constructively support your firm’s strategic direction.
Quality of Worklife Workshops
Dealing with the demands of work and your personal life can be challenging. These free workshops, sponsored by Human Resources and led by experts from Penn’s Employee Assistance Program and Quality of Worklife Department, offer information and support for your personal and professional life challenges. For complete details and to register, visit www.hr.upenn.edu/myhr/registration or contact Human Resources at (215) 573-2471 or qowl@hr.upenn.edu Please feel free to bring your lunch.
Stress Management; 2/2; noon-1 p.m. Learn to identify when you are relaxed, how to manage it, and how to use it to improve your quality of life. Participants will discover responses to relaxation, the hysical and mental signs of relaxation, and specific relaxation exercises and techniques.
Webinar: Expanded Worklife Benefits Available through Care.com; 2/3; noon-1 p.m. Benefits eligible faculty and staff have access to in-home backup childcare and adult care as a benefit from Care.com. Tune in to this webinar to see what expanded services are now available to you and your family, including in-center backup care, adult care planning and premium web access.
Guided Meditation–Take a Breath and Relax; 2/9; also 2/19 & 2/26; 12:30-1:30 p.m. Practice mindful breathing that focuses your attention on the present moment with kindness, compassion and awareness. Self-massage and gentle mindful movements that promote relaxation and reduce stress may also be included in the workshop. No experience necessary.
Purchasing a Home through PHOS; 2/16; 12:30-1:30 p.m. Learn the step-by-step process for applying for the PHOS program, its benefits and partnering program. Lunch will be provided.
Admissions Brown Bag: How to Approach a College Visit; 2/17; 12:30-1:30 p.m. Faculty and staff with college-age dependents are invited to join Penn’s undergraduate admissions office to discuss the importance of the campus visit. The session will cover helpful information to assist you and your child in making the most of campus visits.
Healthy Living Workshops
Get the tools you need to live well year-round. From expert nutrition and weight loss advice to exercise and disease prevention strategies, we can help you kick-start your body and embrace a healthy lifestyle. These free workshops are sponsored by Human Resources. For complete details and to register, visit www.hr.upenn.edu/myhr/registration or contact Human Resources at (215) 573-2471 or qowl@hr.upenn.edu
Gentle Yoga; 2/3; also 2/17;11 a.m.-noon. Let your body reward itself with movement! Join us for a Gentle Yoga session and explore the natural movements of the spine with slow and fluid moving bends and soft twists. During this session, you will flow into modified sun salutations that loosen those tightened muscles and joints of the lower back, neck, shoulders and wrists. As an added bonus, you’ll get a workout in the process. Mats and props will be provided.
Chair Yoga; 2/10; also 2/24; noon-1 p.m. Interested in trying yoga but don’t know where to start? Join us for our chair yoga series. You get the same benefits of a regular yoga workout (like increased strength, flexibility and balance) but don’t have to master complex poses. Chair yoga can even better your breathing and teach you how to relax your mind and improve your wellbeing.
Indoor Wellness Walk; 2/12; noon–1 p.m. Meet the Center for Public Health Initiatives staff inside the Palestra for some heart ealthy exercise. Although candy hearts and heart-shaped boxes of chocolate are often a main feature of Valentine’s Day festivities, February is also American Heart Month and an appropriate time to pay attention to one of the most important organs in your body. As the center of your circulatory system, your heart is vitally responsible for just about everything that gives your body life. In keeping with this month’s Valentine’s Day and Heart Health theme, participants are encouraged to wear red for this 1-2 mile walk. Bring your water bottle and don’t forget your sneakers.
Eating for Heart Health; 2/18; noon-1 p.m. February is American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. In the US alone, someone has a heart attack every 43 seconds, and 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease every year. The good news is that it can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions. Your heart health is greatly impacted by what you eat. Come learn which foods you should enjoy more of and which you should enjoy in moderation to protect your heart.
Info Sessions: Short-term Disability Policy
2/2; 10-11:30 a.m.
2/2; 2-3:30 p.m.
2/9; 10-11:30 a.m.
Penn is revising its short-term disability and related sick leave policies. These policy changes support full or partial income protection during a period of disability for regular full-time staff members. The changes will go into effect July 1, 2016 for all current and new regular full-time staff, position grades 28 and below.
—Division of Human Resources |