*Class Held In-Person*

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

*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 via Zoom in Spring/In Person in Fall*

The transition from a high-performing individual contributor to an effective leader can be challenging. Many professionals struggle with shifting from doing the work themselves to inspiring, guiding, and empowering a team. This dynamic and interactive 3-hour workshop provides practical tools to help aspiring and current leaders develop essential leadership skills and confidently step into their leadership roles.

Learning Objectives:

·         Master the key differences between excelling as an individual contributor and thriving as a leader.

·         Develop essential leadership skills, including communication, delegation, and team empowerment.

·         Cultivate a high-performing, growth-oriented workplace culture through goal setting and effective feedback.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

·         Strengthens leadership capabilities, leading to more effective team management.

·         Enhances workplace collaboration and employee engagement.

·         Increases productivity by equipping leaders with the tools to develop and support their teams.

Ready to elevate your leadership potential? Register today and take the first step toward becoming a Superleader!

Trainer Bio:Reanette is an experienced leadership trainer with a passion for helping professionals develop the skills needed to transition into successful leaders. With extensive expertise in communication, team development, and workplace culture, Reanette provides engaging and practical training that empowers individuals to lead with confidence and impact.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held via Zoom in Spring/In Person in Fall*

*Class Held via Zoom in Spring/In Person in Fall*

Have you ever wondered why people communicate, work, and react differently? Understanding personality styles can improve workplace relationships, collaboration, and leadership effectiveness. This interactive workshop explores different personality tendencies and how to engage with individuals based on their unique traits. By gaining insight into your own natural tendencies and those of others, you will enhance your ability to connect and communicate effectively.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify different personality profiles and their key characteristics.
• Complete a personal assessment to understand your natural tendencies.
• Analyze the DiSC Assessment to recognize behavioral patterns in others.
• Develop strategies to improve engagement and communication, even with challenging individuals.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthens workplace relationships and team collaboration.
• Enhances leadership effectiveness through improved communication.
• Reduces misunderstandings and conflict by fostering greater self-awareness.

Unlock the key to better connections and communication—join us for this insightful and engaging workshop!

Before training begins, you’ll need to complete a required assessment as part of the class. The trainer will send you an email with instructions on how to complete it.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held via Zoomin Spring/In Person in Fall*

Building a collaborative team environment is essential for high performance, yet many leaders struggle with trust, communication, and conflict resolution. This course equips leaders with the skills to create and sustain a culture of collaboration using principles from "Radical Collaboration" by Jim Tamm and Ronald Luyet and "The Speed of Trust" by Stephen Covey. Designed for managers and team leaders, this interactive training provides practical tools to enhance trust, communication, and emotional intelligence in the workplace.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop trust-building strategies that create a safe and open team environment.
• Master effective communication techniques, including active listening and constructive feedback.
• Implement conflict resolution methods that strengthen relationships and improve collaboration.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances team trust and cohesion, leading to higher engagement and productivity.
• Improves workplace communication, reducing misunderstandings and inefficiencies.
• Equips leaders with tools to manage conflict effectively and foster a positive team culture.

Ready to transform your leadership approach and build a truly collaborative team? Enroll today and start fostering a culture of trust and teamwork!

*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