Category: Planners’ Picks Newsletters and Other Updates

Influence: It’s Not Just For Managers

Ever identify a need for improvement but think, “That’s above my pay grade,” or “I’m not the boss, who will listen to me”? Org Chart Paralysis often prevents us from stepping in and stepping up. We may not think we have the authority to make change happen. Influence is not just about job title, though, …

Planners’ Picks — January 19, 2021

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning Think about the team’s mental health and how to unify your group with these links. _________________________________ Intellectual Humility: Are You Open to Being Wrong? Dr. Melissa Hughes says: If I asked you if you identify as a racist, a xenophobe, or a bigot, …

Forum on Tuesday, Jan. 19: What supervisors need to know for the Spring Semester

An online forum for managers and supervisors to learn more about the requirements, the new Safer Badgers app, issues such as facilities access and other employment-related concerns, is scheduled for noon on Tuesday, Jan. 19. You can join the forum at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLD65Vt7Z9o.

Planners’ Picks — January 12, 2021

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning Help your employees solve problems, build trust, and find their happy place with these links. _________________________________ How to Help Your Employees Solve Problems There’s no denying that being a manager is hard. You are responsible for your own work and making sure …

Two Upcoming Trainings for Managers of Student Employees

Student Employment Forum Series: Giving Feedback to Drive Student Success Feedback is key to our own personal growth and development as well as the students we supervise. Join us to learn about the Office of Student Financial Aid’s Success Services, as well as consider how we receive and give feedback. Together we will discuss the …

CLIMB to New Heights: A Leadership Summit

CLIMB to New Heights: A Leadership Summit  hosted by Fully Prepared to Lead Climb to new leadership heights this winter! Fully Prepared to Lead and the Learning and Talent Development department are pleased to offer CLIMB to New Heights: A Leadership Summit. Four Fridays in February, join a cohort of colleagues to build competence and …

Planners’ Picks – January 5, 2021

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning New year, new attitude! Get you and your team started on the right foot with these links. _________________________________ How to Lead Change No Matter Your Job Title In times of chaos and complexity, people naturally look to leaders to inspire action and …

Planners’ Picks – December 22, 2020

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning The end of 2020 is near. 2021 is approaching. Some reflection is in order… _________________________________ Reflecting on 2020 Through Photos and Journaling You may think that 2020 was a never-ending dumpster fire, but in fact you probably have a lot to be …

Learning and Talent Development (LTD) courses / resources to cope with stress and build resilience

Supervising can have its challenges in regular times and in 2020 you have likely been asked to stretch even further, both in your work and personal life. Learning and Talent Development (LTD) acknowledges that stretch, and offers two virtual courses to provide you with strategies and tools to better cope and move through the stress: …

Planners’ Picks – December 15, 2020

Planners’ Picks: A collection of resources from CSN planning committee members worth mentioning This week we have a spattering of topics to share with you, including employee well-being. _________________________________ Combatting Social Isolation and Loneliness is Key to Well-Being This Holiday Season People who are single and/or living alone are facing unique challenges during the pandemic. …