The Leadership, Development, Training and Professional Learning Unit has shared a selection of upcoming leadership and learning opportunities available for Sch II staff. Take a moment to read the information below, which links directly to the Virtual Leadership and Learning Calendar. Once there, staff can also access additional learning opportunities, click on course titles for details and access registration information.
If you have any questions, contact the Leadership Development, Training and Professional Learning Unit.
Enjoy the learning and continue to stay safe!
LEADERSHIP LEARNING SERIES
To support the capacity building and professional learning of staff, the Leadership Learning Series is a compilation of webinars and self-directed learning opportunities with a focus on leading self and work effectively with others. (Target Audience: Schedule II staff & CUPE Central Support staff)
Mastering Meetings: How to Make Meetings More Efficient and Effective
June 8, 2021 - 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Whether running the meeting or simply participating in it, this program provides the knowledge and techniques for making the most of meetings. Among other practices, participants learn to provide a specific meeting focus, achieve productivity, and use effective tools for engagement and collaboration.
Leadership Attributes: Communication, Relationship Building
Professional Accountability: Professional Development
Skillful Collaboration: Working Successfully with Others to Achieve a Common Goal
June 15, 2021 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Creative thinking, effective problem solving, increased productivity, job satisfaction, and more: the benefits of collaboration are significant, both for individuals and organizations. That is, when things run smoothly. But there is much more to collaboration than working side-by-side with people. There is an effective way to collaborate - and an ineffective way to collaborate. Believe it or not, sometimes it is the wrong choice altogether. That is because successful collaboration requires a combination of the right situation, well-hones skills, and an open mindset.
Leadership Attributes: Relationship Building
Management: Problem Solving
Professional Accountability: Professional Development
Power of Personal Insight - Gain a Deeper Understanding of Self at Work
June 22, 2021 - 9:00 am to 10:30 am
The Power of Personal Insight is about identifying and appreciating your own behavioural style, and learning how to adapt those behaviours to create superior effectiveness in your role. This program will help provide better insight into ‘self’ by creating an awareness of your drives and needs as it pertains to an individual’s strengths, leadership, and influencing style. Being in control of your behaviours, mindset, and learning can contribute to creating positive conditions to achieve both individual and team goals.
Leadership Attributes: Conflict Management, Relationship Building
Professional Accountability: Professional Development