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Today is Construct Your Career at UW conference!

“Constructing a satisfying career is a lifelong endeavor. This conference will give you the skills you need to establish and maintain the career you want, no matter where you are today.” Today is the career fair for all UW employees on campus, to better understand their opportunities for growth and development as part of their …

You can still attend the “Construct Your Career” fair on Tuesday March 6!

You may have missed the pre-registration deadline, but are still welcome to attend the “Construct Your Career” fair on Tuesday March 6! With talented OHR staff and other leaders on campus presenting valuable content, this is a must-see for anyone wanting to further their career on the UW campus. For more information, visit the website: …

Ten last minute employee appreciation ideas

Using the practices of improv to help lead your team

Below is a link to an excellent article about using the practices of improv to help lead your team. Did you know we have a group on campus where we practice these skills? Leadership Improv provides a monthly opportunity to learn and practice improvisational skills through active participation in exercises and skits to help tackle …

Mini- lessons on Language and Culture sponsored by CLS

Professional Development Opportunity for UW–Madison Employees: Mini- lessons on Language and Culture Do you work with, manage, or teach people who speak a different language than you? Want to learn more about their culture and heritage? Cultural Linguistic Services is pleased to announce a new series of mini-lessons open to all UW–Madison employees. The goal …

Journey of Facilitation & Collaboration course coming soon!

Consider signing up for the April or June JOFC https://www.journeyofcollaboration.com/ and return with the skills and perspective you need to make the changes you talk about making in yourself and your organization. Our friend Kathleen A. Paris (we did a book club with her in 2017) is one of the instructors this year, and knowing …

EMPLOYEE CONFERENCE FEATURES FOUR-STAGE MODEL OF CAREER MANAGEMENT

The first UW–Madison Employee Conference, “Construct Your Career at UW,” takes place Tuesday, March 6, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at Union South. The conference will help employees develop career management skills and explore their career paths while remaining employed at UW–Madison. Managers and supervisors are encouraged to approve requests from staff to attend. UW–Madison is committed …

Not sure how to recognize employees? ASK THEM.

The power of Thank you!

  Above is a paraphrased quote we received for our work on this committee. Pretty nice that Julie took the time to tell us our efforts are of benefit to her, eh? Justification that we are having a positive effect on the campus makes us want to do more of this. Recognition is a funny …

Can you beat the deadline?

You only have until 9 February to submit a name in nomination for a University Staff Recognition Award. We have made the system straightforward and accessible. https://ous.wisc.edu/awards/