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SUMMARY:Delivery Skills
DESCRIPTION:For many\, public speaking and giving formal and informal presentations can be uncomfortable and daunting. Luckily\, delivery skills can be practiced and improved on with each presentation. This session will focus on identifying anxieties about presenting and how to prepare for them\, explore different presentation styles and techniques to engage with your audience\, and tips and tricks to making your next presentation a success! This session will be interactive and participants will create a presentation outline and practice new skills in small groups.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/delivery-skills-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260807T120000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness at UCOP
DESCRIPTION:Less stress. Enhanced awareness and focus. Improved health. \nThese are some of the benefits shown in research studies on mindfulness. In this one-hour workshop\, you will learn how to both reduce your stress and increase your effectiveness at work through simple mindfulness techniques. Some highlights: \n\nResearch on mindfulness benefits\nMindfulness vs meditation\nSimple mindfulness practices at work
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/mindfulness-at-ucop-24/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260716T180912Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Up: Cultivating a Partnership with Your Manager
DESCRIPTION:The manager-employee dynamic can be powerfully productive or woefully fraught. The big question is: what’s within YOUR locus of control as an employee to get what you need from your manager? In this workshop we’ll focus on exploring ways to develop a mutually beneficial working relationship with your supervisor as an individual contributor. This workshop will explore how individual contributors can develop trust by exploring their manager’s perspective\, advocating for self\, and providing upward feedback. This highly interactive session will review best practices to document your performance\, communicate clearly\, and practice delivering upward feedback.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/managing-up-cultivating-a-partnership-with-your-manager-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260814T100000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181116Z
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SUMMARY:STEP: Goals & Competencies
DESCRIPTION:In this instructor-led training on the Staff Talent Evaluation Process (STEP)\, we will expand on the materials presented in the STEP Fundamentals for Employees eCourse by going into detail on the first stage of STEP\, Define Criteria. You will practice writing goals and review how to align them to the UCOP Competencies. This course is designed to support new employees and employees who would like a refresher to elevate their STEP goals.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/step-goals-competencies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T181452Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Psychologically Safe Teams
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that a culture of psychological safety is the #1 determinant of team success\, beating out average team tenure and IQ. But what is psychological safety\, and what power do we have to influence the working conditions of our teams? Join us in this workshop designed for managers as we: \n• Define the benefits of building a culture of psychological safety on your team. \n• Explore the 4 Stages of Psychological Safety and the behaviors associated with each. \n• Assess your current team culture and behaviors that contribute to or reduce psychological safety. \n• Engage with the BICEPS framework for keeping a pulse on psychological safety on an individual level. \nPrior to the class\, we encourage you to watch the Building a Psychologically Safe Workplace TED talk by Amy Edmondson\, godmother of Psychological Safety.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/managing-psychologically-safe-teams/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T182237Z
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SUMMARY:Box Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Want to know how to securely store sensitive data in Box? Interested in how to get data into Box via email or URL? Sign up for this advanced Box class and we will cover a wide range of topics including setting up alerts to monitor folders and using Box groups to manage department collaborations.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/box-advanced-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T120000
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SUMMARY:Excel: Introduction to Data Analysis (Session 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Essential Excel tools for data‑driven work. \nSoftware Requirements \n\nMicrosoft Excel (Microsoft 365 desktop version)\n\nRecommended Setup A dual‑monitor setup is recommended for the best learning experience. Participants with a single screen can still fully participate; simple adaptations will be provided. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nCleaning and preparing data\nTables\, sorting\, and filtering\nBasic formulas\nCharts and visual summaries\nIntro to PivotTables\n\nIdeal For Beginners to intermediate Excel users and administrative staff. \nAttendance for both sessions is required: August 19th and August 26th
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-introduction-to-data-analysis-session-1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T120000
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SUMMARY:ME@UCOP: Managing in the Modern Workplace - Course 1 (Remote)
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will discuss UCOP processes and strategies that support building inclusive and engaged teams. Topics include: \n\nManaging remote and hybrid teams\nPeople Development\nFostering Community\nBelonging as a Manager\n\nThis is part of the Manager Essentials at UCOP (ME@UCOP). It is required for all people new to a management or supervisory positions at UCOP since 2020 (internal promotions and external hires). All experienced managers are welcome to attend. This is the remote version which is 2 half days on August 20th and 21st.  \nThere is also an in-person full day session in October\, which we highly encourage managers to attend. 
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/meucop-managing-in-the-modern-workplace-course-1-remote/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T120000
DTSTAMP:20260722T183612Z
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SUMMARY:Manager and Employee Conversations Part 2: Feedback for Employee Accountability
DESCRIPTION:This is the second part in the required live training series\, Manager and Employee Conversations. This training answers the question: What do I do when my coaching is not improving performance? In this highly interactive live virtual workshop\, we will cover providing productive critical feedback\, managing emotions\, creating efficient documentation\, and holding effective accountability conversations. Managers will also practice having accountability conversations using the UCOP GROW Plus framework.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/manager-and-employee-conversations-part-2-feedback-for-employee-accountability-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260722T190310Z
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UID:10015896-1787734800-1787745600@link.ucop.edu
SUMMARY:Excel: Introduction to Data Analysis Session 2
DESCRIPTION:This course is an essential Excel tools for data‑driven work\, and is Ideal For Beginners to intermediate Excel users and administrative staff. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nCleaning and preparing data\nTables\, sorting\, and filtering\nBasic formulas\nCharts and visual summaries\nIntro to PivotTables\n\nSoftware Requirements \n\nMicrosoft Excel (Microsoft 365 desktop version\n\nRecommended Setup A dual‑monitor setup is recommended for the best learning experience. Participants with a single screen can still fully participate; simple adaptations will be provided. \nAttendance for both sessions is required – August 19th and August 26th
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/excel-introduction-to-data-analysis-session-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T143000
DTSTAMP:20260722T190542Z
CREATED:20260722T190542Z
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UID:10015897-1787749200-1787754600@link.ucop.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Accessible Documents Part 1: Word
DESCRIPTION:Digital accessibility is about ensuring users with disabilities can easily access and engage with any digital content. In this course\, you will learn the principles of digital accessibility\, how to generate accessible Microsoft Office Documents and how to export these to PDF. This is the first course in the series and a prerequisite for UCOP Creating Accessible Documents 2: PDFs.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/creating-accessible-documents-part-1-word/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T123000
DTSTAMP:20260722T203432Z
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UID:10015905-1787821200-1787833800@link.ucop.edu
SUMMARY:ME@UCOP: Compensation
DESCRIPTION:In ME@UCOP Compensation\, Jonas Lerma\, Director Compensation\, leads a virtual session to discuss UCOP Compensation policies and procedures. Topics include: \n\nPromotion & Equity\nSalary Range Offers\nHiring\nBargaining Units\nCareer Tracks\nJob Builder by JDX\nPosition Description\n\nThis is part of the Manager Essentials at UCOP (ME@UCOP). It is required for all people new to a management or supervisory positions at UCOP since 2020 (internal promotions and external hires). All experienced managers are welcome to attend.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/meucop-compensation-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260828T140000
DTSTAMP:20260722T194133Z
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UID:10015899-1787922000-1787925600@link.ucop.edu
SUMMARY:People Leader Forum:  Coaching as a Manager: What’s Different and What Works
DESCRIPTION:In this session Deepak Patil\, Organization Development Consultant from UCOP Organizational Development\, explores how people leaders can effectively use coaching as a practical\, everyday leadership tool not as a replacement for formal executive coaching\, but as a complementary skill. Participants will examine key differentiators of manager-led coaching vis-à-vis an external professional coaching. Through simple models and interactive exercises\, leaders will learn how to appropriately anchor their conversations with employees on the coaching spectrum.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/people-leader-forum-coaching-as-a-manager-whats-different-and-what-works/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T120000
DTSTAMP:20260722T194608Z
CREATED:20260722T194608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T194608Z
UID:10015900-1788258600-1788264000@link.ucop.edu
SUMMARY:Manager & Employee Conversations Pt. 3: Coaching Emotional Regulation Through Feedback
DESCRIPTION:In Manager and Employee Conversations Session 3\, we explore how to provide meaningful\, actionable feedback that supports the development of social-emotional skills. Many managers find it challenging to guide growth in areas like building positive relationships\, navigating emotions\, and strengthening emotional awareness. This session challenges the belief that these skills are fixed\, showing instead that they can be learned and developed over time. Through practical tools\, real-world scenarios\, and concrete strategies\, managers will build confidence in coaching and giving feedback that helps individuals grow. \nPlease note that Manager and Employee Conversations Sessions 1 and 2 are a perquisite to this 3rd course.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/manager-employee-conversations-pt-3-coaching-emotional-regulation-through-feedback/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T120000
DTSTAMP:20260722T194936Z
CREATED:20260722T194936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T194936Z
UID:10015901-1788260400-1788264000@link.ucop.edu
SUMMARY:Box Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:This course will give you an overview of Box\, the cloud-based service that provides secure file storage and file sharing. \n\nHow to use Box\nHow to collaborate with UCOP and non-UCOP people\nCommenting directly on files\, folder permissions\, shared links\, and many other tips that will help you when using Box.\n\nAdministrators from IT will be on hand to answer your questions and review the best features of Box. More info on Box can always be accessed on our webpage.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/box-fundamentals-35/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T150000
DTSTAMP:20260722T195436Z
CREATED:20260722T195436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T195436Z
UID:10015902-1788354000-1788361200@link.ucop.edu
SUMMARY:Practical Productivity
DESCRIPTION:Time management can feel daunting. Competing priorities\, unruly calendars\, and tight time budget can leave you feeling like you’ve spent all day running on a treadmill with little to show for your efforts. Join us in this two-hour class as we strategically tackle the four phases in the time management cycle: prioritize\, organize\, execute\, track. You’ll be introduced to a buffet of time management tools and practices that will help you identify and address your biggest barriers to a balanced and productive work life.
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/practical-productivity-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260722T201406Z
CREATED:20260722T201406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T201406Z
UID:10015903-1788426000-1788436800@link.ucop.edu
SUMMARY:Get to the Point (Session 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Instructor-led interactive workshop designed to enhance participants’ writing skills with a focus on improving business communication through clear\, concise\, and structured writing. The workshop covers critical aspects such as understanding the audience\, formatting messages for readability\, writing compelling subject lines\, and maintaining professional tone and readability. Through interactive exercises\, best practices\, and real-world examples\, participants refine their writing skills to enhance clarity\, efficiency\, and impact in workplace communications. By the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nThink Before Writing\nFormat for Readability\nWrite Effective Subject Lines\nImprove Readability and Professionalism\nEnhance Email and Business Communication Tone\nDevelop Strong Business Writing Habits\nApply Effective Communication Strategies in Practice\n\nThis workshop emphasizes clear\, direct\, and actionable writing to ensure messages are understood quickly and effectively in a professional setting. \nAttendance for both sessions is required: September 3rd and September 18th
URL:https://link.ucop.edu/event/get-to-the-point-session-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Development
ORGANIZER;CN="UCOP Learning and Development":MAILTO:ucopld@ucop.edu
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