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In today’s fast-paced work environment, effective collaboration is essential for driving innovation, solving problems, and achieving success. This training helps leaders create a culture of teamwork, equipping them with the tools and strategies to foster trust, build consensus, and empower their teams to work together seamlessly.

Learning Objectives:

• Assess Collaborative Environments – Evaluate team collaboration using the 10 key themes of collaborative practice.
• Enhance Leadership Skills – Discover and leverage everyday superpowers that make collaborative leaders effective.
• Build Trust & Consensus – Cultivate an environment where trust and shared responsibility lead to collective success.

Why This Matters to You:

• Boost team productivity by fostering efficient, goal-oriented collaboration.
• Strengthen relationships by enhancing communication and reducing workplace conflict.
• Drive innovation by bringing diverse perspectives together for creative problem-solving.

Ready to transform teamwork through collaborative leadership? Register now and empower your teams to achieve more together!

Trainer Bio: Dr. Joc Clark has over 25 years of experience in leadership and organizational change, specializing in strengths-based leadership and coaching. With a PhD in Leadership & Change Management and an MEd in Organizational Development, Joc uses experiential methods to help organizations foster collaboration and drive transformation.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

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Balancing multiple tasks and shifting priorities can be overwhelming. This training provides practical strategies to identify workload priorities, set clear goals, and adapt to changes effectively. Learn how to establish systems for tracking progress and develop decision-making strategies that keep you on track, even in dynamic work environments.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify workload priorities and align them with key goals.
• Establish a system to track and verify goal achievement.
• Develop decision-making strategies to navigate shifting priorities and changes.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase efficiency by ensuring tasks are prioritized effectively.
• Enhance decision-making to adapt to changes with confidence.
• Improve productivity by managing multiple priorities seamlessly.

Ready to take control of your workload? Register today and boost your efficiency and effectiveness!

Trainer Bio: Dr. Joc Clark has over 25 years of experience in leadership and organizational change, specializing in strengths-based leadership and coaching. With a PhD in Leadership & Change Management and an MEd in Organizational Development, Joc helps professionals develop practical strategies to enhance productivity and achieve their goals.

ETP Members Contact: etp@butte.edu

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In today’s fast-paced world, simply speaking isn’t enough—true success comes from making meaningful connections. This course provides practical strategies to enhance communication, build trust, and engage others effectively. Designed for professionals, leaders, and anyone looking to improve their interpersonal skills, this training helps turn every interaction into an opportunity for connection.

Learning Objectives

• Develop active listening and questioning techniques to foster deeper engagement.
• Master strategies for clear, impactful communication that resonates with others.
• Build trust and authenticity to inspire and connect with people in any setting.

Why This Matters for Your Organization

• Strengthen collaboration and teamwork through improved communication.
• Enhance leadership effectiveness by building stronger relationships.
• Foster a positive workplace culture with clear and engaging dialogue.

Ready to elevate your communication skills and build stronger connections? Sign up today and start making every interaction count!

Trainer Bio: Reanette Etzler is a leadership and communication expert specializing in professional development and coaching. She helps individuals and organizations enhance communication, build trust, and improve team dynamics.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

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Investing in your workers and setting clear expectations and standards creates certainty and satisfaction. This course focuses on providing clear, concise performance feedback that helps managers understand how to communicate with employees to engage and excel. By mastering effective feedback techniques, leaders can foster a culture of accountability, motivation, and continuous improvement.

Learning Objectives:

• Deliver Constructive Feedback: Learn how to provide clear and actionable performance insights.
• Enhance Employee Engagement: Improve communication strategies to inspire and motivate teams.
• Set Clear Expectations and Standards: Establish a framework for measurable success.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase Employee Satisfaction: Strengthen relationships between managers and employees.
• Improve Productivity: Create an environment where feedback drives performance.
• Foster Professional Growth: Encourage development through structured guidance.

Ready to improve your leadership and communication skills? Register today!

Trainer Bio: Ann Wicks is aa expert with extensive experience in performance management. She has trained managers across various industries to communicate effectively, provide impactful feedback, and cultivate high-performing teams.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

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Mastering Microsoft Office is essential for everyday productivity, yet many users lack the foundational skills to confidently use Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. This interactive training session equips participants with practical tools and real-world applications to create polished documents, analyze data, and deliver effective presentations. Designed for students, office staff, and professionals, this course is perfect for anyone looking to build or refresh their core Office skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Create and format documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft.
• Apply time-saving tips, formatting techniques, and basic functions to enhance productivity across all Office applications.
• Organize, manage, print, and share files efficiently across the Microsoft Office suite.
  

Why This Matters to You:

• Improves team efficiency by standardizing digital document workflows.
• Reduces training time by boosting baseline Office proficiency.
• Empowers staff to produce professional documents, data reports, and presentations with confidence.

Unlock the full potential of your team with essential Office skills—sign up today and start making Microsoft Office work for you!

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

In today’s fast-paced and complex work environments, collaboration is the key to success. By cultivating a collaborative culture, organizations can boost productivity, enhance innovation, and create an atmosphere of trust and respect. This series equips leaders with practical strategies to foster teamwork, build high-performing teams, and navigate collaborative challenges with confidence. Participants will explore proven methods to enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and develop a mindset that encourages collective success.

Topics for Each Day:
- Developing a Collaborative Mindset
- The Five Essential Skill to Overcoming Defensiveness
- Understanding Roles within Collaborative Working Environments
- Communication skills for Collaborative Working Environments
- Interest-Based Negotiation
- Measuring Long-Term Collaboration

Learning Outcomes:

• Explore game-based learning to improve problem-solving and teamwork.
• Build trust and psychological safety to strengthen team collaboration.
• Apply conflict resolution and negotiation strategies for effective problem-solving.
• Develop emotional intelligence to enhance communication and leadership impact.
• Define clear roles and responsibilities to improve efficiency and teamwork.
• Master active listening and feedback techniques for a culture of openness.
• Use consensus-building and decision-making strategies to align team goals.
• Establish metrics and accountability systems to sustain long-term collaboration.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Boost Team Performance – Equip teams with the skills to work more efficiently and harmoniously.
• Reduce Workplace Conflict – Strengthen trust and emotional intelligence to improve team relationships.
• Drive Innovation & Growth – Encourage creative problem-solving and adaptability to meet evolving business needs.
• Increase Employee Engagement – Foster a workplace culture that values collaboration, inclusion, and shared success.

Ready to unlock the power of effective collaboration? Sign up today and equip your team with the tools to thrive in any work environment!

The modern workplace thrives on collaboration, yet many teams struggle with communication, trust, and effective teamwork. This interactive course leverages the FreshBiz game to provide a hands-on learning experience, helping participants develop essential collaboration strategies in a simulated business environment. Designed for professionals, managers, and team leaders, this course equips participants with the skills needed to enhance teamwork, foster innovation, and drive organizational success.

Learning Objectives:

• Cultivate a collaborative mindset by understanding the value of teamwork and strategic decision-making.
• Practice effective collaboration techniques, including problem-solving, trust-building, and open communication through FreshBiz gameplay.
• Develop actionable strategies to overcome common barriers to collaboration in professional settings.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthens team dynamics and enhances workplace communication.
• Fosters a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving.
• Equips employees with conflict resolution skills to improve productivity and efficiency.

Ready to transform the way your team collaborates? Enroll today and start building a more connected, innovative workplace!

Don't miss the full experience! Enroll in the complete Collaborative Leadership 6-Part Series here: https://buttethetrainingplace.coursestorm.com/course/collaborative-leadership-6-part-series

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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