[cid:image002.png@01DA22BE.D26F96B0] December 2023 Staff Development Opportunities [A chalkboard with text on it Description automatically generated]Making the Holidays Happier December 7th 3-4:00 pm Online "Making the Holidays Happier" helps employees identify some of the factors that contribute to holiday stress. We are offering this again as a resource for those unable to make it for the November offering. This will be a different presenter, so if you liked the first one, feel free to join us again! This session explores a variety of ways to create the kind of holiday celebration that meets individual needs. Attendees will be able to make better choices for the holidays while lowering stress levels, improving family relationships and having more fun. Register HERE<https://eapworklife.my.site.com/USTrainingForm/s/newregistrationpage?c__recordId=a254N0000042j9sQAA> [cid:image006.jpg@01DA212D.5A422460] Embracing Happiness December 12th 3:30-4:30 pm Online This session aims to educate on the basics behind the science and benefits of happiness. We are offering this again as a resource for those unable to make it for the November offering. This will be a different presenter, so if you liked the first one, feel free to join us again! Measuring happiness, the psychology and symptoms of happiness, and strategies to choose happiness are all covered. This course encourages introspection into your own perceptions and feelings of happiness to help determine how you can encourage and embrace happiness in your life. The focus in this session will specifically in relation to the holiday season. Register HERE<https://eapworklife.my.site.com/USTrainingForm/s/newregistrationpage?c__recordId=a254N0000042jNkQAI> [K@TE | Human Resources] NEW!! K@TE Courses A Guide to Workplace Professionalism<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d662f69fb-9956-4eb0-81a2-ca6dc7d8f290> - 1 hour course How to Build Better Relationships with Your Manager and Coworkers<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253dfa95d22d-01d5-474d-aba0-27b4040d4dbb> - 1 hour course Others self-paced HR 0128 courses available on K@TE: * Time Management Essentials<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d369e35e3-99f5-48eb-8060-a105400e5c52> * Dealing with Stress, Pressure and Burnout<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253de6084f74-0bf9-4940-9363-007a1c849e34> * Workplace Communication Basics<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d0189b080-bb74-4dc0-a8c1-0bfbf7a9b7a5> * A Guide to Workplace Integrity<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d7b171844-375b-41e1-9a39-5a1442c242bb> * Workplace Distractions: How to Avoid Common Time-Wasting Traps<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253db572a31c-fb0d-4cfe-9624-11809ab4e264> * Developing a Growth Mindset<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d1dfc7599-6b68-4aff-b5ef-39f0e3eb656d> * Problem-Solving Fundamentals<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253da9608e20-4fbf-4a3d-b115-09f626c4220d> * Advanced Problem-Solving<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253dbb55f9a1-ff47-4ba0-8db0-17be8a8bfa45> * Scheduling 101<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d851d7613-0ef9-490e-80a6-28d8cb9a05b3> * Do You Have These Four Essential Customer Service Skills?<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253dc5aa31e7-4a24-495d-9f41-8a3baebbdea1> * A Guide to Empathy at Work<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253dabca647c-7529-41c3-9d02-8c667c061b0a> * Resolving Conflict with Coworkers<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d169ac81c-512f-4a12-8cf9-14b93a1b9411> * Leading with Emotional Intelligence<https://tennessee.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnurl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253db8ee0978-aae1-4237-a3d1-ad8f1a6a607f> Highlighted articles and resources: Receiving Feedback - Get a Second Opinion<https://candidculture.com/2023/11/06/receiving-feedback-get-a-second-opinion-2/> - Candid Culture Blog Want to Advance Your Career? Strategically Ask for More Responsibility at Work<https://candidculture.com/2023/11/24/want-to-advance-your-career-strategically-ask-for-more-responsibility-at-work/> I'm Sick and Tired of Making Decisions for a Senior Colleague<https://www.utc.edu/finance-and-administration/human-resources/professional-development-0> - Crucial Skills Surround Yourself with Colleagues who Boost Your Performance<https://hbr.org/2023/11/surround-yourself-with-colleagues-who-boost-your-performance?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_campaign=mtod_notactsubs> - Harvard Business Review Register for TIAA's live webinars! Each month, TIAA hosts several live webinars. You can also view recordings of past webinars. 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