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Navigating diverse perspectives and communication styles can lead to misunderstandings and workplace challenges. This training introduces the PACE® Palette, a dynamic personality temperament tool that helps individuals recognize and appreciate different communication styles. Designed for professionals at all levels, this course fosters stronger workplace relationships by promoting self-awareness, adaptability, and more effective communication.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify your dominant and secondary personality colors and recognize those in others.
• Understand the key traits, communication styles, and strengths of each color.
• Apply practical strategies to communicate effectively with different personality types.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Improve workplace communication and reduce misunderstandings.
• Strengthen collaboration by recognizing and valuing diverse perspectives.
• Create a more inclusive and harmonious work environment.

Ready to transform the way you communicate and collaborate? Register today to discover the power of PACE® Palette!

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

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

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Workplace drama is draining—whether it’s a difficult colleague, a critical boss, or just the daily grind, it leaves many professionals feeling stuck and reactive. This interactive 3-hour workshop offers practical strategies to shift from frustration to clarity by helping participants identify unproductive patterns and step into more empowering roles. Ideal for professionals, team members, and managers ready to increase their self-awareness, improve collaboration, and lead with greater purpose.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize personal triggers and shift out of drama into constructive, empowering responses.
• Apply the 3 Vital Questions® framework to make creative, purpose-driven decisions.
• Improve communication and leadership by using the Creator, Challenger, and Coach roles.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduce tension and emotional reactivity in workplace interactions.
• Foster a more collaborative and emotionally intelligent team environment.
• Improve decision-making, engagement, and overall work satisfaction.

Ready to move from workplace tension to purpose-driven leadership? Register today and discover the power of mindset transformation!

Trainer Bio:Laura Cootsona is a certified trainer for the 3 Vital Questions® and The Power of TED (The Empowerment Dynamic) frameworks. With over 30 years of experience as a management consultant—22 of them in Chico, CA—Laura empowers individuals and teams to work together more effectively and align their contributions with what matters most.

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Understanding blueprints and applying shop math are essential skills in industrial and manufacturing settings. This training introduces fundamental blueprint reading concepts, including projections, title blocks, dimensioning, and specialty drawings, along with key shop math calculations such as perimeter, area, volume, time-based equations, and rate calculations. A combination of online learning and hands-on activities ensures practical application of these concepts.

Learning Objectives:

• Interpret blueprints accurately, including title blocks, notes, and dimensioning.
• Apply shop math formulas for perimeter, area, volume, and time-based calculations.
• Analyze electrical, pneumatic, and P&ID schematics to understand system components.

Why This Matters to You:

• Improve accuracy in reading and applying blueprints for industrial tasks.
• Enhance problem-solving skills with essential shop math applications.
• Increase efficiency and precision in machine operations and maintenance.

Ready to strengthen your blueprint reading and shop math skills? Enroll today to gain hands-on experience and industry-relevant expertise!

John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience and teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs. He specializes in workforce training, industrial blueprint reading, and advanced manufacturing skills. With a background in manufacturing, construction, and small business management, John is also a certified OSHA Outreach Trainer and an expert in lean methodologies such as 5S and Kaizen.

NOTE: Calculator REQUIRED for math & this training is different from our Construction Print Reading training.

*Course length may vary based on number of trainees, online content completion and comprehension.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person* Computers Provided if needed

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

Many workers enter technical roles without a strong foundation in mechanical systems and tools, which can lead to inefficiencies, safety risks, and rework. This course introduces essential mechanical concepts and tool applications, blending online learning with hands-on practice to reinforce understanding. Designed for entry-level technicians, production staff, and anyone seeking to build mechanical fluency, this training sets the stage for confident performance in mechanical tasks.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and apply appropriate threaded fasteners, hand tools, and fittings for workplace tasks.
• Properly set up and use a torque wrench based on fastener specifications.
• Understand and recognize the function of basic mechanical systems, including levers, cams, turnbuckles, pulleys, and gears.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduces errors and improves safety through proper tool and fastener use.
• Builds confidence and technical skill in newer employees or cross-training initiatives.
• Lays a foundation for more advanced mechanical training and upskilling programs.

Empower your team with essential mechanical knowledge—register today and strengthen your workforce from the ground up!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren is an experienced electrical safety and systems instructor with extensive expertise in industrial circuits, electrical measurement, and OSHA compliance. With years of hands-on experience, he specializes in training professionals to work safely and efficiently with AC and DC systems, helping organizations minimize risks and improve operational performance.

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