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Consider this your "go-to resource" for the best of HR management and leadership skills. Inside you'll find descriptions of upcoming training sessions, including dates, times, locations and pricing. We are always adapting and responding to the latest research, so be sure to browse classes online and look for special programs not listed in this publication. For questions or feedback, contact us at info@ cascadeemployers.com or call 503.585.4320.
Registration – It’s easy. Go to https://www.cascadeemployers.com/events. Or, simply give us a call at 503.585.4320 and we’ll complete the registration for you. Once you register, you will receive confirmation emails and other details to access your Learning Hub. Pricing – Cascade members receive preferred pricing. Both member and standard prices are listed below each session (for example, $99 / $149). HR Academy Designations – Many classes say “HR Academy” directly under the title. Although these classes are electives within our popular HR Academy certification program, they are also offered as standalone training. PHR/SPHR/GPHR/aPHR Recertification and SHRM Credits – Many of these classes qualify as credit toward recertification. Qualified programs are indicated online within the program description. (The use of the HRCI seal is not an endorsement by the HR Certification Institute of the quality of the activity. It means that the activity has met the HR Certification Institute’s criteria to be pre-approved for recertification credits. Cascade is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits [PDCs] for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.) Cancellation Policy – Cancellations received up to five business days prior to a live training program are fully refundable, less any credit card processing fees. Cancellations received less than five business days prior to a program, or no-shows, are non-refundable. Once purchased, on-demand courses may not be cancelled or refunded.
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Table of Contents HR & Compliance Training The ADA: Basic Employer Obligations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Administering Family and Medical Leave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Applying the ADA During the Employment Relationship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 April Service Highlight: Flex-Staff. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 The Art of Drafting Great Interview Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Corrective Action: Reduce Stress and Get Results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Documentation: Write it Right. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Employee Engagement: Beyond Satisfaction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Employment Law: The Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Family and Medical Leave: Basic Compliance Obligations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Family and Medical Leave: Advanced Leave Scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Harassment Awareness Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 HR and Employment Law Risk Management for Supervisors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 HR Connect: AI and Recruiting - Friend or Foe?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 HR Connect: Thriving as an HR Department of One. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 I-9 Administration and Self Audits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 January Service Highlight: Harassment Awareness Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Making Job Descriptions Compliant, Accurate and Meaningful. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Managing Risk with Employee Terminations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Paid Leave Oregon: Basic Compliance and Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Reasonable Suspicion Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Recruiting and Attracting Talent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Wage and Hour Laws: Paying Your Employees Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Compensation Best Practices for Developing a Successful Compensation Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 HR Connect: Total Rewards Statements The Answer to How Much Do I Really Make?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Improving Performance Through Variable Pay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 The Four Ps of Pay Transparency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion HR Connect: How to Organize an Employee Resource Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 March Service Highlight: DEI Training and Consulting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Membership Benefits Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Leadership Development Accountability and Delegation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Advancing Women Leaders Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Basics of Supervision. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Build Resilience to Reduce Leadership Burnout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Coaching Skills Bootcamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Conflict, Coaching and Accountability Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Developing High Performing Teams Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Developing Leadership Skills: 9-Part Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Effective Performance Management and Appraisals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 February Service Highlight: Pre-Paid Coaching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Finding Success After Failure as a Leader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Organizational Culture and the Role of Leadership. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Planning for Success as a Leader in the New Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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HR & Compliance Training The ADA: Basic Employer Obligations HR Academy #108
Corrective Action: Reduce Stress and Get Results HR Academy #111
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), while seemingly simple on the surface, is actually quite complex. If you’re unfamiliar with the ADA, come join us for this informative session where we will help you navigate the ADA and all the complexities that can arise in employment. Learn about how "disability" is defined, employee and employer obligations, reasonable accommodations, and the interactive process.
No one looks forward to disciplining employees, but it is necessary at times. Learn how to reduce stress and anxiety over this part of the job, while maintaining a positive approach focused on helping employees succeed. This session is designed to build confidence and manage risk when it comes to effective corrective action through simple and easy to use tools and real life case studies.
Mar 14 (Online), 8:30-10:30
Apr 11 (Online), 8:30-10:30
$99 / $149
$99 / $149
Administering Family and Medical Leave HR Academy #103
Documentation: Write it Right HR Academy #112
Family leave is a highly regulated area with a very strict administrative process. This class will focus on the steps you need to follow to properly administer family and medical leave in your organization. Topics covered include required paperwork for different steps in the process, tracking family leave including Paid Leave Oregon, recommended employee communications, and addressing difficult leave scenarios.
Documentation can either save or bury you when it comes to key employee issues such as performance, advancement opportunities, rewards and terminations. It's not enough to just write something down. What’s written down must be timely, accurate, factual, clear, and concise. This session is designed to build your confidence and manage risk when it comes to effective documentation through simple and easy to use tools.
Feb 22 (Online), 8:30-10:30
Apr 25 (Online), 8:30-10:00
$99 / $149
Applying the ADA During the Employment Relationship HR Academy #109 In this session we take a closer look at how the ADA applies in different employment contexts. From job posting to termination and everything in between, we’ll cover what you need to know to address these situations as they arise in your workplace. Apr 2 (Online), 8:30-10:30
$99 / $149
The Art of Drafting Great Interview Questions HR Academy #119 This lab-style session will challenge you to become a better interviewer by changing how you prepare for interviews. Learn how to craft great interview questions that move beyond knowledge, skills and abilities and also uncover the candidate’s drives and strengths. Learn about developing candidate profiles, behavioral based interviewing, writing questions that really work, and creating meaningful connections with candidates. Apr 16 (Online), 8:30-10:30
$99 / $149
Employee Engagement: Beyond Satisfaction HR Academy #118 It's no secret that there is a direct link between the performance of an organization, customer satisfaction, loyalty and the engagement of employees. While the main drivers of employee engagement don't change much over time, how we approach them does, especially during periods of transition and challenge. Understanding these variations is important to ensuring your employees have high levels of satisfaction and contribution. Mar 19 (Online), 8:30-11:30
$135 / $205
Employment Law: The Basics HR Academy #101 With the ever-changing landscape of employment law, it is imperative to have a baseline knowledge of the employment laws that affect your organization and how to stay in compliance. You'll learn about at-will employment, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, Fair Labor Standards Act, family and medical leaves and other laws and recommended practices to help you avoid employee complaints and lawsuits. Feb 1 (Online), 8:30-11:30
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Family and Medical Leave: Basic Compliance Obligations HR Academy #102
I-9 Administration and Self Audits
Oregon has A LOT of employee leave laws. If you have at least 25 or more employees in Oregon and have little experience administering family and medical leave, this class is for you. We will discuss Oregon’s Family Leave Act (OFLA), which is applicable to Oregon employers with 25+ employees, and the Federal Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which is applicable to employers with 50+ employees. This class will also touch on how Paid Leave Oregon (PLO) interacts with these leave laws. Feb 14 (Online), 8:30-10:30
$99 / $149
Family and Medical Leave: Advanced Leave Scenarios HR Academy #105 If you’ve taken a basics of family leave class, this is your next step. This session delves into the more complicated problems that come up when administering family and medical leave. You'll learn about handling leave extensions, process when leave is exhausted, addressing paperwork problems, interaction between family and medical leave and workers' compensation, interaction of OFLA, FMLA and Paid Leave Oregon, and other limitations, rules, and benefit-related issues. Mar 21 (Online), 8:30-10:30
$99 / $149
Harassment Awareness Training Increasing awareness of workplace harassment is one of the most important steps employers can take to reduce risk and ensure employees have a respectful work environment. This course is best suited for employees and supervisors who may be new to your organization or have missed previous company-wide training. Key learning points include defining workplace harassment, importance of day-to-day conduct and perceptions, and reporting harassment claims. Additional learning points for supervisors include supervisor liability, responding to complaints, and when and how to get HR involved. Jan 30 (Online), Basic: 9:00-11:00 Supervisors: 9:00-12:00
This session will give you the knowledge you need to accurately complete and properly store I-9 forms, including the new remote verification rules. We will also discuss when to destroy I-9 forms and explain how to perform a self-audit and make corrections in compliance with I-9 regulations. The information provided will help you and your organization avoid fines, penalties, and even criminal liability. Mar 13 (Online), 8:30-10:00
Making Job Descriptions Compliant, Accurate and Meaningful HR Academy #110 Accurate job descriptions create the foundation for many important HR processes from hiring to termination. Key learning points in this session include elements of an effective job description, how to draft clear, concise and accurate job descriptions, and practical and legal reasons for job descriptions. Apr 9 (Online), 8:30-10:30
Any employee termination involves some level of risk. This session will help you understand what types of policies and practices create high risk terminations and what you can do to reduce risk associated when terminating an employee. Learn about good vs. bad documentation, common high risk supervisor practices, timing issues, and common post-employment claims. Mar 5 (Online), 8:30-10:30
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Educating supervisors about the most common employment and HR related issues they face in their day‑to-day work is one of the best ways any employer can manage employment risk. Armed with this knowledge your supervisors can help prevent problems before they arise, minimize financial loss, improve employee relations, and save your HR team some time.
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Managing Risk With Employee Terminations HR Academy #113
HR and Employment Law Risk Management for Supervisors
Jan 25 (Online), 8:30-12:00
$99 / $149
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Paid Leave Oregon: Basics of Compliance and Administration HR Academy #104 Paid Leave Oregon is a new leave law that all employers in Oregon must follow. This class will help you learn the fundamentals of the PLO program, even if you have an equivalent plan. Topics covered include employer coverage, employee eligibility, reasons for leave, applying leave from different work locations, calculating and tracking leave, employee rights and protections, interaction with other leaves and plans, reporting requirements, notices, appeals, and more. Feb 29 (Online), 8:30-10:30
$99 / $149
Reasonable Suspicion Training All supervisors and managers need to know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of and effectively respond to an employee exhibiting signs of impairment. Key learning points include: elements of reasonable suspicion; observing signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol use; how to document, approach employees and arrange for reasonable suspicion tests; avoiding the most common mistakes; and, how the legalization of marijuana at the state level affects your workplace. Mar 28 (Online), 1:00-3:00
Recruiting and Attracting Talent HR Academy #117 With increasing competition for attracting and keeping top talent, making great hiring decisions is no easy task. Candidates are looking in different places and in different ways. Candidate needs and expectations are changing. This session will give you practical guidance, insight and tools to help you better attract the talent your organization needs to meet its business objectives. Mar 26 (Online), 8:30-10:30
$99 / $149
Wage and Hour Laws: Paying Your Employees Properly HR Academy #106 Paying your employees properly seems so simple, but wage and hour claims are one of the largest areas of liability for potential employers. Wage and hour laws are technical and easy to mess up, and because of this, it is important for organizations to spend time learning about this area of law and how to avoid common mistakes. Mar 12 (Online), 8:30-11:00
$135 / $205
$99 / $149
All online, on-demand learning allows learners to access training opportunities when it’s convenient for them. No need to show up at a specific time or place. It’s an efficient and cost-effective way to develop employees. Some courses are standalone topics of varied length, while others are micro-learnings we’ve bundled together for you. In bundled courses, each topic within the course is typically 5-10 minutes long. These bite-sized learning opportunities are short and to the point allowing for better retention of the information by the learner. AND more convenient when everyone is pressed for time. Portland 503.224.5219
Sample topics: Harassment Awareness (including California) Transitioning from Peer to Boss Leading in a Remote and Hybrid Workplace Effective Communication Project Management Productivity Coaching Employees Conflict Management Delegating Work Change Management Visit our website to check out what’s currently available.
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HR Academy
A Certificate Program for Human Resource Professionals
This series is designed to provide you with the HR knowledge, tools and resources you need to manage and lead in the core functions of HR as well as more specialized areas. Each session integrates core HR and leadership principles with real life scenarios, trends and the practical tools and guidance you need to take your HR skills to the next level.
Choose Your Certificate Series HR Fundamentals: Perfect for those newer to HR, or those seeking to expand their general HR knowledge. To receive this certificate participants must complete 22 credit hours. HR Professional: If you’re seeking more in-depth or specialized knowledge, this is the series for you. To receive this certificate participants must complete 36 credit hours. No matter what certificate you seek, choose whatever electives best meet your needs. Take the classes at your own pace. There is no time limit for completing the series.
Elective Courses Compliance
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
101: Employment Law: The Basics (3 credits) 102: Family and Medical Leave: Basic Compliance Obligations (2 credits) 103: Administering Family and Medical Leave (2 credits) 104: Paid Leave Oregon: Basics of Compliance and Administration (2 credits) 105: Family and Medical Leave: Advanced Family Leave Scenarios (2 credits) 106: Wage and Hour Laws: Paying Your Employees Properly (2 credits) 107: Best Practices for Developing a Successful Compensation Program (1.5 credits) 108: The ADA: Basic Employer Obligations (2 credits) 109: Applying the ADA During the Employment Relationship (2 credits) 110: Making Job Descriptions Compliant, Accurate and Meaningful (2 credits) 111: Corrective Action: Reduce Stress and Get Results (2 credits) 112: Documentation: Write it Right (1.5 credits) 113: Managing Risk with Employee Terminations (2 credits)
114: Transforming Your Organization Through DEI (2 credits) 115: Inclusive Hiring Practices (2 credits) 116: Inclusive Onboarding (2 credits)
Tuition:
Engagement, Hiring and Retention 117: Recruiting and Attracting Talent (2 credits) 118: Employee Engagement: Beyond Satisfaction (3 credits) 119: The Art of Drafting Great Interview Questions (2 credits) 120: Conducting Interviews that Get Results (2 credits)
Performance Management and Achievement 121: Coaching Skills Bootcamp (3 credits) 122: Accountability and Delegation (3 credits) 123: Finding Ease in Difficult Conversations (3.5 credits) 124: Effective Performance Management and Appraisals (2.5 credits)
Fundamental Certificate – $855 Member Rate / $1,285 Non-Member Rate Professional Certificate – $1,395 Member Rate / $2,095 Non-Member Rate
Elective courses begin again in February online. Get started toward your certification by registering for the HR Academy Certificate Program at www.cascadeemployers.com/hr-academy today.
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FREE to Cascade Members, HR Connect sessions are one-hour live online sessions by our own subject matter experts, and focus on trending HR topics and best practices around compliance, culture and connection. How to Organize an Employee Resource Group
Thriving as an HR Department of One
Organizing an Employee Resource Group (ERG) is a significant step toward promoting diversity, inclusion and employee engagement within your organization. ERGs can play a vital role in fostering a sense of community, supporting underrepresented groups, and contributing to a positive work environment.
If you are the “go-to” for all things HR, it means it’s up to you know to the relevant policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations to keep your organization out of legal trouble AND keep employees engaged and performing at high levels. This session will give you some tips on how your “HR department of one” can thrive in today’s workplace.
Jan 24 (Online), 12:00-1:00
FREE / $50
Mar 20 (Online), 12:00-1:00
Total Rewards Statements - The Answer to How Much Do I Really Make?
FREE / $50
AI and Recruiting - Friend or Foe?
What is "total compensation," why does it matter, and how can your business gain a strategic advantage by sharing total rewards statements with employees? Your business puts in effort and money to be competitive, and by not fully expressing the investment the organization is making to employees directly, there lies a missed opportunity to build and retain employee loyalty and capitalize on your investments.
Have you considered integrating AI into your recruiting process? Are you concerned about its impact on candidate bias, fairness, and data privacy? The decision to use AI in recruitment should be a well‑informed one. You should consider your organization's unique needs, values, and resources, while striking a balance between innovation and effective recruitment practices.
Feb 28 (Online), 12:00-1:00
Apr 24 (Online), 12:00-1:00
FREE / $50
FREE / $50
Dedicated Paid Leave Oregon Resource Center for Employers Paid Leave Oregon is a paid family and medical leave program administered by the State of Oregon that became effective September 3, 2023. Cascade’s goal is to provide information and resources around this program to make sure your workplace is compliant and confident.
n FAQs n Factsheets n Policies
n Alerts n Webinars n Other Useful Tools
Mark this website as a favorite and be sure to visit it often to see updates (you need to be logged in to our member-only website to view this resource): https://www.cascadeemployers.com/paid-leave Portland 503.224.5219
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Only available to Cascade Members, our monthly Service Highlights webinars showcase some of our most popular services, including information about our approach and what to expect, demos of the content or service, answers to the questions you have and an opportunity to meet the team supporting you.
January Service Highlight: Harassment Awareness Training
March Service Highlight: DEI Training and Consulting
Harassment Awareness Training is our most popular compliance training and for good reason. Come meet our team and learn about our approach to Harassment Awareness Training and what to expect from a facilitated session for your workplace.
Come learn about our approach to DEI in the workplace and how to set up a foundation for success.
Jan 31 (Online), 12:00-12:30
$FREE
February Service Highlight: Pre-Paid Coaching Coaching is a great investment in supporting and developing employees. Come meet our coaching team and learn about our approach to coaching and reduced fees for pre-paid coaching packages. Feb 22 (Online), 12:00-12:30
Mar 12 (Online), 12:00-12:30
$FREE
April Service Highlight: Flex-Staff Sometimes you need a little extra HR help. Come meet our HR Flex-Staff team and hear about our approach to giving you the extra help you need. Apr 11 (Online), 12:00-12:30
$FREE
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Many of Cascade’s classes qualify as credit toward your aPHR, PHR, SPHR or GPHR recertification.
Earn up to twelve (12) Recertification Credits per renewal cycle
And, if you’re a Cascade member you’ll receive the following benefits when obtaining or renewing HRCI certifications:
$50 discount off the aPHR, PHR, SPHR or GPHR exam fee
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Compensation Best Practices for Developing a Successful Compensation Program HR Academy #107 Focusing on Total Compensation has never been more important. Recruiting, engaging, rewarding, and retaining the right employees are key compensation program goals for most organizations. During a time when pay equity is top of mind, understanding the full compensation package that is offered to employees is critical. Apr 23 (Online), 8:30-10:00
$99 / $149
Improving Performance Through Variable Pay
The Four Ps of Pay Transparency Pay transparency can be considered in four parts (process, communication, outcome and strategy). On a transparency spectrum, from limited information sharing to full transparency for all employees, adopting pay transparency in your organization doesn’t have to be a binary choice. We’ll talk about how to identify where your organization is at on the pay transparency spectrum and discuss how to make incremental changes toward your transparency goals in these four areas. Mar 27 (Online), 12:00-1:00
Payscale Peer Platform
Including a variable pay element in your compensation plan and linking pay to performance can be an excellent way to increase productivity and reward your high performers. This increase in motivation and output can help support your business goals and objectives. You'll learn about different types of variable pay plans, how variable pay can increase performance, and basic steps to creating and implementing a new plan. Feb 20 (Online), 12:00-1:00
$FREE / $50
Cascade’s new compensation platform, Payscale Peer, has officially launched. This platform is replacing Cascade’s traditional Regional Pay Survey in 2024. Great benefits of this new platform include regional and national data, unlimited compensation reports, daily updating of data sets, direct competitor comparion, easy participation and more.
$FREE / $50
To learn more, visit: cascadeemployers.com/payscale
By understanding ourselves and others, we can translate that knowledge into actions and behaviors that have a positive impact on our organizations.
What the Spectra Assessment Delivers:
The Spectra Assessment Asks You To:
5 demographic items 31 diversity & inclusion statements 2 open-ended questions Individual reports Organization report Choice of one plan customization option: ― Sub-categories of data ― Consultation support
1. Acknowledge unconscious bias 2. Be present and pause 3. Consider others' points of view 4. Determine what to do differently 5. Engage others through dialogue
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Leadership Development Accountability and Delegation HR Academy #122
Basics of Supervision
“Lack of accountability” is as common a complaint within organizations, as “needs to delegate” is a common criticism of the managers within them. This interactive class will explore the prerequisites for accountability and delegation and the obstacles to their effective execution. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and focus on recommended practices for empowering others to be accountable when performing delegated tasks. Apr 4 (Online), 8:30-11:30
$135 / $205
Advancing Women Leaders Series The Advancing Women Leaders program recognizes that while progress has been made, women continue to experience unique challenges in today’s workplace. Through a combination of self-assessment exercises, strategic and guided learning, connection building with peers, and commitment to focused action following each session, this program empowers professional women to confidently and strategically lead themselves and others as they advance to higher levels of leadership. In twelve one-hour interactive sessions, you will: Examine the double bind and how to challenge gender stereotypes in the workplace. Explore how to overcome impostor syndrome and build confidence. Clarify your short and longer-term career goals, including action steps to achieve them. Define strategic relationships and develop a plan to pursue them. Learn how to maximize your communication skills, particularly when engaging with different communication styles. Build your influence and political savvy to make your voice heard. Leverage authentic self-promotion strategies to expand your visibility. Shift from a tactical to strategic mindset. Adopt time management strategies that boost your productivity and overall work/life integration. Develop inclusive leadership skills that foster greater psychological safety. Apr 2, 9, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21, 28; June 4, 11, 18, 25 (Online), 9:00-10:00 Series Pricing: $995 / $1490
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Good supervisors are the first line of defense against employee disengagement and turnover. Yet only one third of all supervisors and managers are perceived to be strong leaders. This class will provide both new and seasoned team leads, managers and supervisors the tools they need to be effective. Participants have the option of taking both days or day one only. Individuals who complete both days will receive a personalized certificate. Do you know the essentials of becoming a leader? In day one you will: Learn how to better navigate the transition from coworker to supervisor Understand how to motivate employees and build solid relationships Review the essential ingredients for effective direction and delegation Learn the fundamentals of coaching Do you know what’s expected of you as a supervisor in the organization from a legal standpoint and how to protect it against risk? In day two you will: Learn best practices for handling discipline and performance problems in a positive way Review the basics of employment law Understand how to spot and respond to HR red flags Practice applying learned skills to hypothetical situations Jan 18-19; Feb 15-16; Mar 14-15; Apr 18-19 8:30-4:30 (Online) Two-Day Pricing: Day One Only:
$495 / $745 $290 / $435
Basics Plus Upgrade*:
$1020 / $1530
*includes 3 - 60 minute coaching sessions
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Build Resilience to Reduce Leadership Burnout Leadership burnout is a pervasive issue in today's fast-paced and high-pressure workplace. It can leave the most seasoned and committed leaders feeling uninspired and exhausted. By the end of this course, participants will have the knowledge and resources to revive their leadership spirit, recognize and manage burnout, and adopt a more resilient leadership mindset. Apr 10 (Online), 8:30-11:30
$135 / $205
Coaching Skills Bootcamp HR Academy #121
$135 / $205
Conflict, Coaching and Accountability Series In this three-part series we will explore the keys to building our teams around the language of conflict, the art of coaching, and the fundamentals of accountability. These are the building blocks of effective leadership and successful teams. In these interactive sessions we will review and practice: Building Team Skills Around Positive Disagreement Embracing the Radical Candor Model Finding Your Coaching Style and Rhythm Ensuring Team Accountability Through Clarity of Expectations and Appreciative Support How Effective Meetings Drive Accountability and Engagement Mar 5, 12 & 19 (Online), 1:00-4:00
The values, language and skills in Developing Leadership Skills provide an enterprise-wide approach for aligning the power of people and knowledge with your organization’s strategic goals. The following sessions, which may also be taken as individual workshops, deliver high-performance strategies for personal leadership that keep employees on track and moving in the right direction. Developing Leadership Skills Session Options:
The verdict is in: coaching employees yields a high return on investment on multiple fronts, including increasing productivity, improving customer service, reducing costs and increasing profitability. Unfortunately, few team leaders know where to begin. Learn how to tap into what truly motivates employees to do great work, how to communicate effectively, and how to create a positive environment that recognizes and plays to the strengths of both individuals and teams. Feb 8 (Online), 8:30-11:30
Developing Leadership Skills: 9-Part Certificate Series
$325 / $485
Foundations of Leadership: Learn the three sources of power as a leader and how to tap into employee’s intrinsic motivation. The Basic Principles for a Collaborative Workplace: Work toward achieving your organization’s mission and strategic plan by understanding and providing what teams need to thrive, especially in a changing workplace. Coaching - Bring Out the Best in Others: Recognize daily opportunities to coach others and acquire the coaching skills to bring out the best in everyone. Business Communication: Learn best practices for tailoring your message to your audience when communicating in person, via text and email and in different work models such as in remote and hybrid workplaces. Giving Recognition: Feeling appreciated is the number one thing employees want. Learn how to acknowledge efforts and results in meaningful and appropriate ways. Managing Your Priorities/Business Planning: Learn to distinguish what activities are essential to your role and how to better budget your time to boost productivity. Personal Strategies for Navigating Change: Explore skills to help deal effectively with change, both individually and interpersonally. Moving From Conflict to Collaboration: Acquire the skills to turn conflicts into opportunities to achieve positive, productive results. Addressing Poor Performance: Learn how to prepare for harder performance conversations and what to do when it doesn’t go as planned. Jan 9, 16, 23 & 30; Feb 6, 13, 20 & 27; Mar 5 (Online), 7:30-9:30 Series Pricing: $699 / $1050 Individual Session Pricing:
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Developing High Performing Teams Series This two-part series offers a framework for leaders who want to help their teams maximize their potential and achieve high performance. We introduce strategies, tools, and tips to help leaders establish a highperformance culture. In these interactive sessions we will: Examine the characteristics of high performing work teams. Learn techniques to diagnose and diffuse conflict. Develop strategies for building team synergy. Discuss the importance of role clarity and goal clarity. Apply emotional intelligence strategies to improve team cohesiveness. Create operating agreements for mutual accountability. Jan 4 & 11 (Online), 8:30-11:30
$290 / $435
Effective Performance Management and Appraisals HR Academy #124
Organizational Culture and the Role of Leadership This course examines the significant role that leadership at every level can and must play in establishing the culture of an organization. Even when it is given serious thought and documented, bridging the gap between what is on paper, and what transpires on a day-to-day basis is often found to be wanting. Participants will walk away with a firm understanding of their role as leaders in establishing both organizational and team culture. Jan 16 (Online), 8:30-11:30
$135 / $205
Planning for Success as a Leader in the New Year Regular planning is a thoughtful, deliberate, and necessary process for long term success as a leader. In this workshop, participants will learn to set goals, prioritize tasks, allocate their time and attention, and manage resources effectively. In addition, this course explores strategies for communication that leads to results and methods for planning and facilitating more effective meetings. Jan 16 (Online), 1:00-3:30
$135 / $205
Most workplaces struggle to find an effective approach to define, measure and reward great performance. In this session, assess your current performance management system and learn how to make it more effective, practical and favorably viewed, especially in new workplace models. We’ll also explore cutting edge trends, including moving from formal to informal evaluations and the rise of people analytics. Feb 6 (Online), 1:00-3:30
$135 / $205
Finding Success After Failure as a Leader Leaders are entrusted with steering their teams and organizations to success but are far from infallible. Mistakes are an inevitable part of a leader's professional journey; yet how successfully that leader recovers from the mistake will depend how they choose to handle the fallout. This class will provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to effectively manage and learn from mistakes while rebuilding and maintaining credibility and trust as a leader. Mar 13 (Online), 1:00-3:30
$135 / $205
Spanish Training and Translation Services Many of our valued employees speak only Spanish, or are less comfortable speaking English than Spanish. Help your employees become better leadpeople and supervisors, and manage your risk through translation of important documents.
Leadperson effectiveness training Harassment awareness training for employees and supervisors Customized on-site training (in-person or virtual) Translation services for employee handbooks, policies, training materials, etc.
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Blended Learning combines the best of both worlds – the convenience of online learning and the interaction of a traditional classroom setting, ensuring you get the most comprehensive and engaging learning experience possible. Benefits of Blended Learning: 1. Flexibility: Blended Learning allows you to balance your work commitments while still dedicating time to upskill and grow. 2. Hands-On Practice: Our blended approach lets you apply your newfound knowledge in practical scenarios through workshops and assignments ensuring you gain the confidence to implement strategies effectively. 3. Collaborative Learning: Network and learn from like-minded peers in your courses. Share experiences, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections. 4. Personalized Support: Our experienced instructors and facilitators are here to guide you every step of the way. 5. Cost-Effective Solution: Blended Learning minimizes travel and accommodation expenses associated with traditional classroom-based training.
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Membership Benefits Overview Come with questions about how to get the most value from your membership with Cascade, and get answers! Feb 14 (Online), 10:00-10:30 $FREE (Members Only)
Your membership with Cascade Employers Association includes tons of practical workplace solutions for employers of all sizes. We know from experience that it may be easy to lose track of all your membership benefits. Please join us for this live and interactive session for a brief review of how to maximize your membership investment. Topics in this 30-minute webinar include: n The many benefits and resources that come with your membership in Cascade Employers Association n A visual tour of the tools and resources offered in the Members Only section of our website n A review of newer membership benefits that include HR Reinforce, HR Connect and Payscale Peer n Add-on options like AnswerSource Plus n Member Q & A Stay connected for the entire webinar for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card.
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