Center for Workplace Development

2023 Jul 18

Succeeding in a Dynamic Work Environment

10:00am to 12:00pm

Dynamic work, flex work, and hybrid work are all terms that get tossed around as we try to make sense of the post-quarantine workplace, but what do these terms mean and how can we ensure that we're using them well? This two-hour virtual workshop will help individual contributors understand the dynamic work environment and focus on ways they can contribute to the success of their team.

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2023 Jun 14

Navigating Difficult Conversations

9:30am to 12:00pm

In this 2.5-hour virtual session, we will practice how to deliver a difficult message with poise, empathy and resolve. We will explore the nature of difficult conversations and what it takes to navigate them to generate solutions and tolerate the discomfort that comes with knowing difficult conversations are a part of how we learn and grow.
 
You will learn:
  • How to use empathy to minimize negative responses
  • The importance of strengthening relationships
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2023 Jun 06

Insights for Communicating At Work!

10:00am to 12:00pm

This 2-hour virtual workshop will focus on enhancing communication effectiveness and explore the rewards of thoughtful, results-oriented communication. Communicating well with others allows us to helpfully participate in decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal negotiations. Communication success is essential at all levels of the University.
 
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2023 Aug 17

Effective Negotiation Skills!

9:30am

This 2.5-hour virtual session is dedicated to developing effective plans and strategies for negotiations with ample in-class practice time. Please bring a personal example of a potential negotiation to practice developing your skills confidentially (only share what is helpful to practice). 

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2023 Aug 08

Navigating Your Career at Harvard: What You Need to Know

1:00pm to 2:30pm

Harvard is a large, vibrant, and complex organization.  When planning the next steps in your Harvard career, knowing how to get started can be challenging. This 1.5 hour session offers an overview of how the university's workforce is organized and the resources available to help you plan your career goals successfully.

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2023 Jul 26

The Power of a Positive No

10:00am to 11:30am

This 90-minute virtual workshop will explore challenges behind saying “no” and potential risks, impact, and feelings that prevent us from being honest.  Learn how to say “yes” to yourself by identifying what is important and work towards a positive, respectful outcome at work or at home. This course is based on the Harvard Negotiation Program co-founder's ...
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2023 Aug 08

Navigating Difficult Conversations

9:30am to 12:00pm

In this 2.5-hour virtual session, we will practice how to deliver a difficult message with poise, empathy and resolve. We will explore the nature of difficult conversations and what it takes to navigate them to generate solutions and tolerate the discomfort that comes with knowing difficult conversations are a part of how we learn and grow.
 
You will learn:
  • How to use empathy to minimize negative responses
  • The importance of strengthening relationships
  • ...
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2023 Jul 20

Insights for Communicating at Work

10:00am to 12:00pm

This 2-hour virtual workshop will focus on enhancing communication effectiveness and explore the rewards of thoughtful, results-oriented communication. Communicating well with others allows us to helpfully participate in decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal negotiations. Communication success is essential at all levels of the University.
 
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2023 Aug 30

Influencing Without Authority

9:30am to 12:00pm

What are your strengths when it comes to influence on your team or in your department? What about with your manager? Other stakeholders? In this two-hour session, we will focus on best practices for listening to and understanding your audience (those you want to influence). We all have barriers to our influence; we will practice overcoming those and expanding our sphere of influence.  
 
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2023 Jul 11

Influencing Without Authority

9:30am to 12:00pm

What are your strengths when it comes to influence on your team or in your department? What about with your manager? Other stakeholders? In this two-hour session, we will focus on best practices for listening to and understanding your audience (those you want to influence). We all have barriers to our influence; we will practice overcoming those and expanding our sphere of influence.  
 
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2023 Aug 03

Giving and Receiving Feedback

10:00am to 12:00pm

In this 2-hour workshop you will learn how to give detailed feedback and how to have the right mindset when receiving input from others. Whether it's with peers, managers, or colleagues, you will practice techniques that can improve your personal performance, impact your development, and help strengthen your working relationships.

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2023 Aug 02

Email for Action

10:00am

This 90-minute virtual workshop will focus on techniques for formatting emails when requesting action. Particularly helpful for the “stream of conscious” writer, you’ll learn concepts to help organize your thoughts in a way that will help your readers take the action you intend in the time you’re requesting. 
 
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2023 Jun 28

Effective Negotiation Skills

9:30am to 12:00pm

This 2.5-hour virtual session is dedicated to developing effective plans and strategies for negotiations with ample in-class practice time. Please bring a personal example of a potential negotiation to practice developing your skills confidentially (only share what is helpful to practice). 

You will learn...
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