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

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!

Before your training: Please come up with a potential work project which may be used as your class project.  The project should be between 3 to 12-month time horizon.

There will be a group assignment.

Successfully managing projects requires the right skills, strategies, and tools to navigate complex tasks and deadlines. This comprehensive 24-hour course equips both beginners and experienced professionals with essential project management principles to improve efficiency and drive successful outcomes. Designed for professionals across industries, this hands-on training covers resource allocation, scheduling, and critical path planning to enhance project execution.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and allocate project resources effectively.
• Develop and manage project schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Create critical path planning reports to track progress and optimize workflows.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Improve project efficiency by completing tasks on time and within budget.
• Enhance team collaboration and communication for smoother execution.
• Increase overall productivity with structured project management strategies.

Ready to elevate your project management skills? Enroll today and gain the tools to lead successful projects with confidence!

Trainer Bio: Jes Vargas has over 25 years of experience in engineering, project management, and executive leadership at companies like GCS Inc., Bombardier, and Siemens. With a background in Mechanical Engineering, an MBA in Operations, and certifications in Total Quality Management and Lean Manufacturing, he specializes in driving organizational success through strategic project management and continuous improvement.

Many technicians and operators lack foundational mechanical systems knowledge that is critical for maintaining productivity and preventing costly downtime. This practical training, led by a certified Amatrol Systems Advanced Manufacturing instructor, delivers a balanced approach to theory and hands-on application. Designed for professionals across a wide range of industries, this course strengthens core mechanical skills essential to modern industrial environments.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand key components of mechanical systems including power transmission, fasteners, and drive applications.
• Apply troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve mechanical drive issues.
• Gain experience with belts, chains, gears, and other mechanical drive components.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduce equipment downtime through improved troubleshooting and system knowledge.
• Boost operational efficiency with skilled employees who understand mechanical systems.
• Increase workplace safety by reinforcing proper application and maintenance practices.

Ready to build mechanical mastery on your team? Register today and equip your workforce with essential hands-on skills!

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

High-performing teams thrive when each member understands their role and how their strengths contribute to overall success. This course, based on Patrick Lencioni’s "The Six Types of Working Genius," helps participants identify individual strengths and create balanced, efficient teams. Designed for professionals, managers, and team leaders, this interactive training fosters role clarity, enhances team synergy, and maximizes productivity.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify individual working geniuses and leverage them to enhance team collaboration.
• Develop role clarity and effective delegation strategies to improve efficiency.
• Foster a balanced and synergistic team environment by integrating diverse working style.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances team efficiency by aligning roles with individual strengths.
• Reduces workplace ambiguity and miscommunication through clear role definitions.
• Improves collaboration and team performance by leveraging diverse working styles.

Ready to create a more productive and cohesive team? Enroll today to unlock the full potential of your workforce!

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* Laptops provided

Many teams struggle to manage data spread across multiple systems, leading to inconsistent reporting and time-consuming manual analysis. This course provides practical tools to transform Excel into a powerful business intelligence platform using Power Query and Power Pivot. Designed for professionals who work with large or complex datasets, the training helps participants build integrated data models that streamline reporting and elevate decision-making.

Learning Objectives:

• Connect, import, and transform data from multiple sources using Power Query and relational modeling.
• Build dynamic reports with slicers, filters, and optimized data models for speed and accuracy.
• Develop a complete analytical workspace that supports interactive, business-ready insights.

Why This Matters to You:

• Reduces time spent on manual data cleanup and report preparation.
• Improves data consistency and accuracy across teams and systems.
• Enhances business intelligence capabilities to support faster, more informed decisions.

Ready to elevate your reporting and unlock Excel’s full analytical power? Register today and transform the way your organization uses data.

Workplace conflict, stressful client interactions, and emotionally charged situations can disrupt productivity and erode team morale. This training offers practical de-escalation techniques that help employees reduce tension, communicate calmly, and navigate challenging interactions with confidence. Designed for staff at all levels, the course equips participants to foster respectful communication and contribute to a more stable, emotionally safe workplace.

Learning Objectives:

• Apply effective de-escalation techniques to manage difficult conversations and reduce conflict.
• Recognize how stress, trauma, and life challenges influence emotions and behaviors to respond with empathy.
• Foster a psychologically safe, inclusive environment where employees and clients feel respected and heard.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduces conflict and improves communication across teams and client interactions.
• Enhances emotional safety and inclusion, strengthening workplace culture.
• Supports better outcomes by equipping staff to handle stress and challenging situations effectively.

Ready to build a calmer, more collaborative workplace? Register today and equip your team with practical de-escalation tools that make a lasting impact.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu