Resources & Networking for Supervisors & Aspiring Leaders @ UW-Madison
We have 13 seats still available for our September 18 session on managing priorities. I suggest you put registering for this event at the TOP of your priority list… Topics include: setting realistic goals, putting project time on your calendar, strategies to ensure that you get (uninterrupted) work time daily, developing “yes criteria,” and overcoming …
Excited to have our last book club session today for the book Crucial Conversations! We will be covering how to STATE your path to a better conversation, explore other peoples’ and understanding their perspectives, and knowing that we don’t always come to agreement when we have these conversations. So thankful for the attendees and their …
You do not have to be a mental health professional to support someone in your life who may be struggling. Most people experiencing suicidal thoughts will show outward signs of distress, and recognizing these common warning signs could help you identify a person in need. Responding to someone in crisis can be intimidating but it …
Here is an article by Jeff Haden, interviewing Kimberly Davis on being brave. Both of these people are featured in CSN’s book barn section of our website. Enjoy the article, and check out their books too!
Do you get the Frontline Newsletter in your inbox? If not, here is a link to this month’s issue, covering such topics as confidentiality guidelines, tips for constructive feedback, support for employees with chronic pain, and addressing discriminatory language. The newsletter can be found by clicking on this link. You are encouraged to distribute to …
New research showed the recipients of an emailed expression of gratitude felt much more “ecstatic” than writers expected. Dear reader, We want to let you know that we are grateful that you are taking the time to click on this headline. Because without you reading the story, what’s the point? We are now going to …
A recommended reading piece from Kathleen A. Paris, last year’s Campus Supervisors Network Book Club author, about asking questions. Being able to listen and ask the right questions can help you in conflict, management of staff, or trouble-shooting issues. It’s a vital skill for any customer service position. The attached HBR article reinforces the power …
Last year CSN put on a session covering the Lynda.com training site, which all UW staff have free access to. Lynda.com is a leading online learning platform that helps learn business, software, technology and creative skills. The video courses are taught by recognized industry experts. If you are curious about this robust training tool, the …
As a leader, do you grant employees autonomy and let them take ownership of work outcomes? Doing so shows you appreciate their contributions and trust their decision-making ability. Demonstrating these traits to your employees builds on your relationship and helps to ensure they are engaged and involved in the company’s mission. Read this article for …
Dan from DoIT’s Academic Technology asked to borrow The Clover Practice from our CSN Library today (our featured book club reading last year). He’s the first to take advantage of the program we now have in place to supply leadership and management books to supervisors on campus. You can also enjoy a book from our …