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Training Details: October 20th & 27th, 2025 | 8am - 5pm 

*Class Held In-Person*

Inefficient processes can lead to wasted time, resources, and poor customer experiences. This interactive two-day workshop equips participants with essential process mapping tools to identify inefficiencies, streamline workflows, and improve overall performance. Designed for professionals seeking to enhance process efficiency, this training provides hands-on experience with different mapping techniques and their practical applications.

Learning Objectives:

• Define, map, and analyze business processes from a customer perspective.
• Identify inefficiencies and perform gap analyses to uncover improvement opportunities.
• Create and apply system, relationship, current-state, and future-state process maps.

Why This Matters to You:

• Improve operational efficiency by identifying and eliminating waste.
• Enhance customer satisfaction through streamlined and optimized processes.
• Enable teams to visualize workflows and drive continuous improvement.

Ready to optimize your business processes? Enroll today and gain the tools to drive efficiency and innovation in your organization!

Trainer Bio: Guy is a business process improvement expert with extensive experience in process mapping, operational efficiency, and workflow optimization. He specializes in helping organizations identify inefficiencies, implement process improvements, and drive sustainable change. With a hands-on approach, Guy equips participants with practical tools to enhance productivity and streamline business operations.

*Class Held In-Person*

Electrical systems are the backbone of modern manufacturing, requiring specialized skills for efficient operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance. This comprehensive course, led by a certified Amatrol Systems Advanced Manufacturing instructor, provides a balanced mix of theory and hands-on application in electrical systems, motor controls, sensors, and power distribution. Ideal for professionals looking to enhance their technical expertise, this training equips participants with the knowledge needed to work confidently in advanced manufacturing environments.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand Electrical Systems Theory – Build a strong foundation in electrical principles and their practical applications across industries.
• Master Motor Controls & Sensors – Learn to operate and troubleshoot motor controls, sensors, and speed control systems.
• Learn to troubleshoot AC and DC motors, diagnose failures, test AC motor capacitors, and apply troubleshooting charts for efficient motor repair.

Why This Matters to You:

• Boost Technical Expertise – Equip employees with advanced electrical skills to handle complex machinery and reduce downtime.
• Enhance Operational Efficiency – Minimize disruptions with skilled employees who can troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems effectively.
• Improve Workplace Safety – Ensure proper power distribution and system maintenance to prevent electrical hazards.

Ready to transform your operations? Enroll today and empower your team with cutting-edge electrical systems expertise!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience in manufacturing, construction, and small business management. He teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs and leads workforce training initiatives. As a certified OSHA Outreach Trainer, he specializes in electrical systems, OSHA safety, and lean tools training like 5S and Kaizen.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

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

The transition from team member to team leader can be challenging, requiring a shift in mindset and skills. This interactive three-hour workshop provides practical tools to help new and aspiring leaders develop confidence, manage teams effectively, and navigate workplace challenges. Designed for professionals stepping into leadership roles, this session equips participants with essential strategies for success.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop key leadership skills, including effective communication, decision-making, and problem-solving.

• Learn techniques to manage team dynamics, resolve conflicts, and foster a collaborative environment.

• Master performance management strategies, including goal setting, feedback delivery, and employee development.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthen leadership capabilities to enhance team productivity and engagement.

• Improve conflict resolution skills for a more harmonious and efficient workplace.

• Increase retention and motivation through strong performance management practices.

Ready to elevate your leadership skills and lead your team with confidence? Register today and take the next step in your career!

Trainer Bio: Reanette is an experienced leadership coach specializing in team development and performance management. With a background in training emerging leaders across industries, she provides practical insights and actionable strategies to help professionals excel in their leadership roles.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

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

Effective collaboration starts with strong communication, yet many teams struggle with clarity, feedback, and difficult conversations. This course, based on principles from "Fierce Conversations" by Susan Scott and "Radical Collaboration" by Jim Tamm and Ronald Luyet, equips participants with essential skills for active listening, constructive feedback, and conflict resolution. Designed for professionals and team leaders, this training fosters open, honest, and effective communication to build stronger, more cohesive teams.

Learning Objectives:

• Master active listening techniques to enhance understanding and trust.
• Develop skills for providing and receiving constructive feedback effectively.
• Navigate difficult conversations with confidence and professionalism.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthens team cohesion by fostering open and honest communication.
• Reduces misunderstandings and conflict, leading to a more productive workplace.
• Improves leadership and collaboration skills, enhancing overall team performance.

Ready to enhance your team’s communication and collaboration? Enroll today to develop the skills needed for a more connected and effective 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*

Note: It is strongly recommended that you have attended our Practical AI: Transforming Your Workflow class or have a strong understanding of using AI to before attending this class.

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.

Winning business in today’s competitive landscape requires strong proposals, persuasive messaging, and deep customer insights—all areas where AI can provide a strategic edge. This focused workshop equips sales professionals, marketers, grant writers, and business developers with practical AI techniques to enhance their communications, improve proposal development, and close more deals. Through hands-on exercises, participants will develop AI-enhanced templates and workflows they can immediately implement to boost their success rates.

Learning Objectives:

• Use AI to conduct competitive research and generate customer insights.
• Develop persuasive value propositions and sales messaging.
• Build reusable AI-powered templates for proposals and business communications.
• Generate tailored follow-up communications to increase conversion rates.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Increase win rates by improving proposal quality and persuasive messaging.
• Reduce development time for pitches, grants, and business proposals.
• Enhance customer engagement with AI-driven insights and personalized content.

Ready to close more deals and create winning proposals? Register today and start leveraging AI for business success!

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

*Training Held In-Person*

Conflict is inevitable in any workplace, but how you handle it determines success. This engaging, four-part training series provides practical strategies to resolve conflicts, improve communication, and foster a more positive work environment. Participants will learn the root causes of conflict, resolution techniques, structured dialogue methods, and ways to work effectively with challenging personalities.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and address the root causes of workplace conflict.
• Apply effective resolution strategies tailored to different situations.
• Facilitate productive conversations using structured dialogue techniques.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhance team collaboration by equipping employees with conflict resolution skills.
• Improve communication to reduce misunderstandings and increase productivity.
• Foster a positive work environment that minimizes tension and maximizes teamwork.

Ready to transform conflict into collaboration? Sign up today and empower your team to turn challenges into opportunities for growth!

Trainer Bio:Margaret Schmidt is a Certified CRM Trainer with an MBA and expertise in project management, strategic planning, and customer relations. As a Development Dimensions International Certified Trainer, she specializes in soft skills, resilience, and workplace communication, helping teams improve collaboration and performance.

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transparency. This course, drawing from "The Speed of Trust" by Stephen Covey and "Radical Collaboration" by Jim Tamm and Ronald Luyet, equips participants with strategies for interest-based negotiation, consensus-building, and fair decision-making. Designed for professionals and leaders, this interactive training enhances participants' ability to make inclusive and equitable decisions that align with organizational goals.

Learning Objectives:

• Apply interest-based negotiation techniques to find common ground and mutual benefits.
• Develop strategies for fostering consensus and managing differing perspectives.
• Implement transparent and fair decision-making processes within teams and organizations.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthens team collaboration by ensuring decisions align with collective interests.
• Reduces conflict and enhances trust through transparent decision-making.
• Improves organizational efficiency by fostering inclusive and equitable problem-solving.

Ready to transform your approach to decision-making? Enroll today and start building a more collaborative and trust-driven organization!

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

Note: Participants should have a solid understanding of Microsoft Excel, Lookup functions, and logical functions. Completion of the MS Excel Advanced series is recommended.

Data management can be overwhelming without the right tools. This hands-on training introduces MS Power Pivot and Power Query, equipping you with the skills to connect to multiple data sources, clean and transform data, and build insightful reports. Designed for professionals who work with complex datasets, this course enhances efficiency and decision-making through advanced Excel techniques.

Learning Objectives:

• Utilize MS Power Pivot and Power Query to connect, transform, and manage datasets effectively.
• Build data models and relationships to enhance reporting and analysis.
• Apply data slicers, dashboards, and workspaces to streamline workflows and uncover trends.

Why This Matters to You:

• Reduce manual data processing time and improve efficiency.
• Minimize errors by automating data transformation and cleaning.
• Enhance data-driven decision-making with powerful reporting tools.

Ready to take your Excel skills to the next level? Register today and transform the way you manage data!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren is an experienced data analyst and Excel expert with a specialization in Power Pivot and Power Query. With years of industry experience, he helps professionals optimize their data processes and make smarter business decisions through advanced Excel techniques.

ETP Members Contact: etp@butte.edu