Managing yourself
This new programme complements the Learning Institute’s existing management and leadership development provision, and provides people with some of the core skills for managing both themselves - including time and workload management - and managing relationships with colleagues. The seminars which form the new Managing Yourself programme are particularly aimed at and relevant for support staff, staff supervisors and first line managers.
Participants can sign up for everything or pick and choose the components which are of most relevance.
Details of the seminars are as follows:
Assertiveness: managing relationships in the workplace: this seminar aims to build confidence through discussions in pairs, groups, self-assessment and by practising real-life situations.
Time management for support staff: managing your work: this seminar is designed for those who support others in their work and will offer the opportunity for individuals to review their current time management skills and develop new ones.
Managing stress in the workplace for individuals: this seminar aims to help individuals recognise the signs and symptoms of their stress and looks at both the internal and external causes and sources of it.
Managing upwards - for managers and non-managers: this seminar aims to help individuals take steps towards a more effective working relationship with their manager.
Giving and receiving feedback - for managers and non-managers: this seminar enables individuals to practise the necessary skills to give and receive feedback in a clear, positive and constructive manner.
Contributing effectively to meetings: this seminar enables individuals to learn about and practise the necessary skills needed in order to make effective contributions during meetings.
Personal development planning: this seminar aims to provide individuals with a clearer understanding of the need for personal development as well as increased awareness of their development needs and how to assess and plan for them.
Emotions at work: this seminar enables individuals to take steps towards establishing a professional identity at work and to practise the skills needed to manage emotions positively.
Managing your response to change: this seminar enables individuals to consider the range of responses to change and will provide practical tools, tips and techniques for managing change.
Building a networking community: This two hour session over lunch will enable individuals to meet others from across the University in a structured yet informal way and will consider the benefits of building a network and community at work.
Mindfulness for Health and Well-being: A 6-week course providing an in-depth exploration of mindfulness skills and techniques giving you the chance to experience how adopting a more mindful approach can lead to improved emotional well-being and a greater sense of calm and balance.
Writing for work purposes: a series of online guides which cover many aspects of writing for work purposes, including e-mails and specific guidance on writing within the university.
If you have any questions about the programme please contact Hannah Boschen or telephone: 01865 (2)86818 who is responsible for the design, delivery and co-ordination of the programme.