Do you feel like your manager doesn't understand your workload or needs? This session is intended for individual contributors who want to build a more effective relationship with their manager. We will discuss what "managing up" really means and how to anticipate your manager's needs and communicate on your own. We will use a communication plan to apply these concepts to your relationship. Upon conclusion, you will leave with a clear strategy for becoming a trusted partner to your manager and a template for a proactive status report you can use immediately.

Are your new hires getting off to a slow start? This 1-hour virtual workshop is for managers who want to create a seamless and effective onboarding experience. You'll discuss the key elements of a great onboarding process, learn how to set up new hires for success from day one, and use an onboading checklist template to build a plan for your next new hire.

Rusty or new to Microsoft Excel? In this 7-hour in-person class in our hands-on computer lab, learn to create and format worksheets that contain calculations with formulas and functions, including the importance of using proper reference types. Moving and copying data correctly, manipulating data, chart creation, and various other tips and tricks are also covered. Coursebooks, practice files used during class and dozens of additional test worksheets with solutions are also provided for further practice, or even as templates in your future builds. Gain the confidence to build, repair and upgrade spreadsheets. Participants leave this course with a new or increased love of Excel, a powerful and legendary data tool.

Do you get nervous when it's time to give or receive feedback? You are not alone! This 1-hour virtual workshop is for individual contributors who want to master this essential skill. You will discuss the value of a feedback culture, utilize a simple model for giving constructive feedback, and use a feedback preparation template to apply these concepts to a real-world scenario. Upon conclusion, you will leave with the confidence to both give and receive feedback effectively, including a script you can use to have a more productive conversation.