There is still space to register in next week's workshops!
Wednesday, November 13:
Have you ever received a work email that you received and said, “What does that mean?” Or memos or lists that were just plain confusing? Banish misunderstanding with our "Clear Writing for Business" workshop. Clear communication is an essential business practice, both internally and externally. Clear writing facilitates not only quick and efficient decision-making but good relations with others. In this engaging workshop, participants will learn the principles of plain language and how they work to make writing clearer. With hands-on guidance, participants will practice strategies to help them write what they mean to say and be easily understood.
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: North Campus, LRC 6104
Facilitator: Lucy La Grassa, MLEK
Lucy La Grassa, PhD, MCC, CTDP
Lucy has extensive experience as a communicator and trainer in the Ontario government as well as the private and not-for-profit sectors. She specializes in issues management and stakeholder engagement. She designs, develops and facilitates courses on Two-Minute Briefings, Report and Business Case Writing, Writing Effective Briefing Materials, Business Communications and Clear Writing. As an Assistant Director of Communications, she managed all ministry internal and external communications, speech writing and editorial programs, media relations and issues management, public relations, events, round tables and the French Language office. She was an advisor to Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Parliamentary Assistants, Senior Management and program staff. Lucy also worked as a reporter for CBC Radio Canada International, as an editor-in-chief in publishing and was a partner in a media, marketing and public relations firm. She currently leads a team of change realization business advisors and senior communications professionals.
Work/life balance looks different for everyone. What we really want is to create a sense of satisfaction with the choices we are making about how to spend the essence of our lives: our time. This session is for people who are considering their work/life balance and want to find the best way to make it all work.
During this session, we’ll look at different perspectives and ways to achieve work/life balance. We’ll use the Wheel of Life tool to look at where you want to make changes and explore different ways to create the feeling of balance you desire.
Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: North Campus, LRC 6104
Facilitator: Sonia Grossi, Best Work Yet
Sonia Grossi is a facilitator, trainer and coach who has a passion for developing and transforming people in the areas of personal and professional development. She brings experience from working in various public and private sectors and industries in the areas of technology, multinational sports, Ontario Universities, healthcare and more. An experienced facilitator who thrives on helping people and teams become high performers, develop their leadership, and form new perspectives of the world around them.
Sonia is known for her unique delivery style which is fun, inspired, and opens a safe space for everyone to learn new concepts and skills and feel supported in their roles to excel. She believes that everyone has the potential to be great leaders and experience fulfillment on their terms.
Preparing for Your Performance Review - Support Staff
Each fall, all full-time support staff employees are required to participate in the annual Performance Appraisal process with their managers. The goal of this meeting is to provide tips and tools for a constructive, productive and enjoyable review for both you and your manager.
Upon completion of this session, you will be able to:
- List the steps to prepare for a performance appraisal
- Explain ways to keep your attitude directed towards a productive meeting
- Identify ways to apply the feedback constructively
- Specify a goal setting process focused on the future
Target Audience: Support Staff Employees of Humber and Guelph/Humber
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: North Campus, D109
Facilitators: Nishal Nair and Cynthia Ogbarmey-Tetteh, HR Services
Thursday, November 14:
Sustainability - Carbon Conversations
Are you concerned about climate change and feel anxious, overwhelmed and lost on how to act? You’re not alone. This workshop will help you explore your carbon footprint and motivate you to take action.
Learning outcomes:
- Explore your lifestyle and carbon emissions to help give you clarity
- Learn the tools and resources to take climate action and develop your own approach to carbon reduction
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: North Campus, B101
Facilitator: Amy Castator, Carbon Conversations TO
Amy Castator:
"As I learned more about the impact of climate change on the planet, I felt a responsibility to reduce my own carbon impact and help others do the same. Carbon Conversations TO has enabled me to share my love for nature with the Toronto community and help them make a difference."
To register for any of the above, please click on the title of the workshop or contact Maureen at learninghrs@humber.ca.
Thank you,
Learning & Development
