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3-Part Series

Unlock the power of effective collaboration and elevate your leadership skills! Join our Collaborative Leadership Series, a six-part program designed to equip leaders and teams with essential skills for building high-performing, cohesive work environments. Based on proven strategies from industry-renowned resources, this series offers a practical and powerful approach to fostering collaboration.

Why Collaboration Matters

In today’s fast-paced and complex work environments, collaboration is key to success. By cultivating a collaborative culture, organizations can boost productivity, enhance innovation, and create an atmosphere of trust and respect. Understanding how to lead in collaborative environments is essential for achieving these goals.

Who Should Attend

This series is ideal for leaders, managers, inter-agency teams and interested community members looking to enhance their collaboration skills, boost team performance, and create a more cohesive workplace culture.

Day 1 -

Developing a Collaborative Mindset: Engage in the FreshBiz game-based workshop to explore creative problem-solving and collaborative thinking. This hands-on experience simulates real-world challenges, encouraging participants to identify barriers, embrace innovation, and develop a mindset centered on teamwork and shared success.

Collaborative Leadership Essential Skills Set: Discover the core competencies for fostering collaboration, including trust-building, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and openness. This module introduces tools from Radical Collaboration and The Speed of Trust to help leaders build cohesive, highperforming teams.

Day 2 -

Understanding Roles within Collaborative Working Environments: Leverage insights from The Six Types of Working Genius to identify team members’ unique strengths and roles. Learn how to align individual contributions with team objectives, creating a balanced and efficient dynamic that optimizes productivity and creativity.

Communication Skills for Collaborative Working Environments: Master the art of communication with techniques from Fierce Conversations and Radical Collaboration. This module focuses on active listening, giving and receiving feedback, and navigating difficult conversations to create a culture of openness and mutual respect.

Day 3 -

Interest-Based Decision Making & Negotiation: Learn how to approach decision-making collaboratively by balancing individual and team interests. Explore strategies for building consensus, fostering inclusivity, and resolving conflicts through interest-based negotiation, ensuring fair and sustainable outcomes.

Measuring Long-Term Collaboration: Develop tools and strategies to measure the success of collaborative efforts. Participants will learn how to set clear goals, monitor progress, and sustain collaboration through continuous improvement, ensuring lasting impact and organizational growth.

*Class Held In-Person*

Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is more important than ever in the modern workplace. It’s the ability to recognize, understand, and manage not only your emotions but also those of others. This training equips professionals with the skills necessary to enhance personal effectiveness, build strong relationships, and become more effective leaders. By mastering EQ, leaders can inspire, influence, and manage change with confidence and empathy.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the Four Core Competencies of Emotional Intelligence: Cultivate self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management for improved leadership.
• Develop Strategies for Emotional Control: Gain techniques to manage emotional responses and maintain poise under pressure.
• Build Stronger, Trust-Based Relationships: Use EQ to enhance communication, trust, and collaboration with colleagues and teams.

Why This Matters to You:

• Improve Team Collaboration: Emotionally intelligent leaders foster a culture of trust, openness, and high engagement, improving teamwork and productivity.
• Enhance Leadership Effectiveness: Leaders with strong EQ inspire their teams, reduce conflict, and drive positive outcomes in challenging situations.
• Boost Workplace Morale: EQ helps leaders address emotions proactively, leading to a healthier, more positive work environment.

Ready to elevate your leadership skills? Register for “Emotional and Social Intelligence” today!

Trainer Bio: Jonathan "Joc" Clark is an experienced leadership trainer and coach specializing in emotional intelligence, team dynamics, and organizational development. With years of experience working with professionals across industries, Joc helps leaders cultivate self-awareness, improve communication, and foster stronger workplace relationships.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

NOTE: Bring your own laptop, or use one provided in the classroom. A trusted and safe AI Platform will be provided for the class and 30 days after completion.

Front-line employees often juggle multiple tasks, repetitive workflows, and written communications that can slow productivity. This hands-on workshop introduces practical AI tools to help streamline daily work, improve written communication, and increase efficiency. Designed for administrative staff, customer service representatives, clerks, and office professionals, this course provides easy-to-use AI strategies that participants can implement immediately—no prior AI experience required!

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the capabilities and limitations of modern AI tools.
• Use AI to draft, edit, and enhance emails and written communications.
• Apply simple prompting techniques to get consistent, high-quality results.
• Identify time-saving AI solutions for repetitive tasks in daily workflows.
• Evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy and appropriateness before use.

Why This Matters to You:

• Boost efficiency by automating repetitive tasks.
• Enhance written communication for clearer, more professional messaging.
• Empower employees with AI tools to improve productivity and problem-solving.

Ready to save time and work smarter? Register today and start using AI to enhance your daily tasks!

Trainer Bio: Emiliano Jimenez Cornejo is a Training Within Industry Institute Certified Instructor with expertise in building resilient, psychologically safe workplaces. With years of experience leading AI and workforce development programs, Emiliano helps organizations leverage emerging technologies to boost engagement, innovation, and performance.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Laptops provided

Managing data efficiently is a crucial skill, yet many struggle with navigating Excel’s features and functions. This hands-on course provides practical techniques to streamline your workflow, improve accuracy, and enhance data management. Designed for professionals, administrators, and anyone looking to boost their Excel proficiency, this training equips you with essential spreadsheet skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Navigate and manipulate spreadsheets with ease, including entering, editing, and formatting data effectively.
• Utilize key Excel functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, and COUNT to analyze data efficiently.
• Create and customize charts, apply conditional formatting, and optimize worksheets for professional reporting and printing.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase efficiency by automating calculations and formatting tasks.
• Enhance data accuracy and organization for better decision-making.
• Improve reporting capabilities with professional charts and structured workbooks.

Ready to enhance your Excel skills and streamline your workflow? Register for “Microsoft Excel Basic Training” today!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience, specializing in Excel training and workforce development. He teaches at Butte College and leads training programs for various industries.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

NOTE: Bring your own laptop, or use one provided in the classroom. A trusted and safe AI Platform will be provided for the class and 30 days after completion.

AI has the potential to transform professional workflows, but leveraging it effectively requires more than just basic usage. This two-part workshop series helps professionals across all departments develop a strategic understanding of AI while gaining extensive hands-on practice. Participants will master advanced prompting techniques, create custom AI assistants, and develop practical AI integration plans to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand how large language models work and their real-world applications.
• Identify and mitigate common AI pitfalls like hallucinations and bias.
• Apply advanced prompting techniques for more accurate, detailed results.
• Design custom AI assistants tailored to specific business needs.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Boost productivity by integrating AI into daily workflows.
• Improve accuracy with AI-driven insights and refined outputs.
• Empower teams with AI tools customized for their roles and challenges.

Ready to take AI from theory to practice? Register today and start optimizing your workflow with AI!

Trainer Bio: Emiliano equips leaders with practical strategies to navigate workplace change, enhance team dynamics, and improve communication. As co-founder of Soligo, an AI-driven learning company, he focuses on using technology to amplify human potential. His engaging, results-driven training creates lasting impact.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

In the rapidly changing modern workplace, understanding how the brain functions can be a game-changer for enhancing productivity and leadership. Your Brain at Work offers insights into how neuroscience can optimize your mental performance, helping you stay focused, reduce stress, and make better decisions under pressure. This training empowers leaders and teams with practical strategies to boost mental resilience and unlock peak performance.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the SCARF Model: Learn to recognize and manage emotional triggers, improving collaboration and decision-making.
• Optimize Mental Productivity: Gain strategies to maintain focus, reduce stress, and enhance cognitive performance throughout the workday.
• Develop Resilience to Stress: Implement neuroscience-backed techniques to stay calm under pressure and sustain a productive mindset.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase Mental Efficiency: Equip employees with tools to enhance focus and productivity, resulting in more efficient workflows.
• Improve Team Collaboration: Build a workplace culture where leaders and employees manage stress effectively and communicate with clarity.
• Enhance Decision-Making: With a better understanding of brain functions, leaders can make more thoughtful, informed decisions in high-pressure situations.

Ready to optimize your team's brainpower for peak performance? Register today and empower your workforce with the knowledge to thrive in today’s fast-paced environment!

Trainer Bio: Dr. Joc Clark has 25+ years of experience in leadership and organizational change. He specializes in strengths-based leadership and coaching, using experiential methods to foster collaboration and transformation. Joc holds a PhD in Leadership & Change Management and an MEd in Organizational Development.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Laptops Provided

Managing complex workbooks and optimizing data organization is essential for efficiency and accuracy. This course equips professionals with advanced Excel skills, including formatting techniques, data management strategies, and collaborative features to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.

Learning Objectives:

• Optimize Workbook and Worksheet Management: Freeze panes, split worksheets, manage multiple sheets, and navigate linked workbooks with ease.
• Enhance Data Organization and Formatting: Apply custom number formats, modify themes, merge cells, transpose data, and incorporate backgrounds and watermarks.
• Streamline Data Analysis and Structure: Use outlines, subtotals, sorting, filtering, and structured tables to organize and summarize data efficiently.
• Improve Collaboration and Documentation: Track changes, protect worksheets, add comments, and share workbooks while maintaining data integrity.

Why This Matters to You:

• Boost Efficiency: Automate and streamline data organization for increased productivity.
• Enhance Collaboration: Utilize Excel’s sharing features to improve teamwork and version control.
• Improve Data Accuracy: Implement structured tools and auditing features to maintain consistency and reliability.

Ready to expand your Excel proficiency? Register for “Microsoft Excel Intermediate Training” today!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience and teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs. He specializes in Excel training and workforce development, helping professionals refine their data management and reporting skills for improved efficiency and collaboration.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu 

*Class Held In-Person*

Many individuals struggle to navigate and organize their digital workspace efficiently, especially when using the Microsoft Windows operating system. This hands-on training session provides practical demonstrations and guided exercises to help users master essential Windows functions for both work and personal use. Ideal for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their foundational Windows skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Navigate the Windows desktop, Start Menu, and taskbar with confidence.
• Organize and manage files and folders using File Explorer.
• Customize settings and troubleshoot basic issues to improve user efficiency.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances digital literacy across your workforce.
• Reduces IT support requests by empowering self-sufficiency.
• Increases productivity through smarter desktop and file management.

Equip your team with essential tech skills—register today and empower users to take full control of their Windows experience!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience in technology, manufacturing, and workforce training. He teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs and specializes in Excel training, digital literacy, and workplace productivity tools.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu