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In today’s fast-paced world, change is the only constant. Organizations and leaders must continuously adapt to shifts in technology, processes, and workforce dynamics. This course provides the skills and strategies to navigate and lead change effectively, helping professionals embrace transformation, overcome resistance, and build resilient teams ready for any challenge.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the Stages of Change – Learn the four phases of change (Denial, Resistance, Exploration, and Commitment) and how to thrive at each stage.
• Develop Change-Leadership Skills – Gain actionable tools to lead change effectively and ensure smooth transitions.
• Build Workplace Resilience – Foster adaptability and a growth mindset for long-term success.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase Change Readiness – Equip employees to navigate change confidently, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
• Enhance Leadership Capabilities – Develop leaders who drive and sustain change for innovation and competitive advantage.
• Strengthen Team Resilience – Foster a culture where employees embrace change with confidence and optimism.

Ready to turn change into opportunity? Register now and empower your organization to thrive!

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 teams build resilience and drive meaningful transformation.

ETP members contact: etp@btte.edu

Managing employees comes with challenges, from addressing performance issues to handling workplace misconduct. This training series equips both new and experienced managers with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate personnel issues effectively. Through a combination of lecture and hands-on learning, participants will gain confidence in managing teams and tackling real-world workplace scenarios.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the key responsibilities of an effective manager.
• Learn to address performance issues and employee misconduct appropriately.
• Develop practical problem-solving skills for common workplace challenges.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthen leadership capabilities to improve team performance.
• Reduce risk by ensuring managers handle HR issues correctly.
• Create a more confident and effective management team.

Ready to enhance your management skills? Enroll today and gain the tools to lead with confidence!

Trainer Bio: Ann Wicks is an experienced leadership and management trainer specializing in employee relations and workplace performance. With a background in HR and organizational development, she equips managers with practical skills to navigate complex personnel challenges confidently.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Efficient fluid and pneumatic systems are essential for maintaining operational performance across various industries. This training, led by a certified Amatrol Systems Advanced Manufacturing instructor, provides a balanced approach to theory and hands-on application. Designed for professionals in manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance, this course equips participants with the skills needed to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain fluid and pneumatic systems effectively.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the fundamental principles of fluid and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot common issues to improve system reliability.
• Perform routine maintenance to optimize performance and prevent failures.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduce downtime with effective troubleshooting and maintenance techniques.
• Improve system efficiency and equipment longevity.
• Enhance workforce skills to support advanced manufacturing operations.

Ready to strengthen your expertise in fluid and pneumatic systems? Enroll today and gain practical, industry-relevant skills!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren is a certified Amatrol Systems Advanced Manufacturing instructor with over 25 years of industry experience. He specializes in workforce training, advanced manufacturing, and safety programs, including OSHA and lean methodologies.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

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In the rapidly changing modern workplace, understanding how the brain functions can be a game-changer for enhancing productivity and leadership. Your Brain at Work offers insights into how neuroscience can optimize your mental performance, helping you stay focused, reduce stress, and make better decisions under pressure. This training empowers leaders and teams with practical strategies to boost mental resilience and unlock peak performance.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the SCARF Model: Learn to recognize and manage emotional triggers, improving collaboration and decision-making.
• Optimize Mental Productivity: Gain strategies to maintain focus, reduce stress, and enhance cognitive performance throughout the workday.
• Develop Resilience to Stress: Implement neuroscience-backed techniques to stay calm under pressure and sustain a productive mindset.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase Mental Efficiency: Equip employees with tools to enhance focus and productivity, resulting in more efficient workflows.
• Improve Team Collaboration: Build a workplace culture where leaders and employees manage stress effectively and communicate with clarity.
• Enhance Decision-Making: With a better understanding of brain functions, leaders can make more thoughtful, informed decisions in high-pressure situations.

Ready to optimize your team's brainpower for peak performance? Register today and empower your workforce with the knowledge to thrive in today’s fast-paced environment!

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

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

A truly inclusive workplace fosters a sense of belonging for all employees, leading to stronger collaboration, innovation, and success. However, creating an equitable work culture requires intentional effort and leadership at every level of an organization. This interactive workshop provides participants with the tools to recognize biases, address inequities, and actively contribute to an inclusive and equitable workplace environment. Designed for professionals in all roles, this training equips individuals to lead with an equity-focused mindset.

Learning Objectives:

• Define diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism (DEIA) and their impact on workplace culture.
• Recognize how diverse perspectives and experiences contribute to an organization's success.
• Identify personal biases and stereotypes that influence workplace interactions.
• Address micro-inequities with colleagues in a respectful and impactful way.
• Develop strategies to create an inclusive workplace culture at all levels.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthens collaboration and innovation by fostering diverse and inclusive perspectives.
• Enhances employee engagement and retention through a sense of belonging.
• Promotes a positive workplace culture that aligns with organizational values and goals.

Create a workplace where everyone feels valued—join us for this engaging and transformative workshop!

Contact us to Customized this Course for Your Business!

Call 530.895.9015, email TheTrainingPlace@butte.edu, or sign up below to be contacted.

Customized Training Solutions for Your Organization!

Transform your workforce with tailored training programs designed specifically for your organization's unique needs. At The Training Place, we bring together industry-leading experts with real-world experience to deliver impactful, results-driven training solutions. We can customize ANY OF THE CLASSES you see on our schedule or something tailered to your group!

Whether at your location or ours, we create customized programs across multiple disciplines:

• Leadership & Management
• Technical Skills & Manufacturing
• Professional Development
• Computer Applications
• Safety & Compliance
• And much more!

Our Advantage:

✓ Expert instructors with 10+ years of industry experience
✓ Flexible delivery at your site or our facility
✓ Programs customized to your specific challenges
✓ Practical, hands-on learning approaches

Ready to elevate your team's performance? Contact us today to discuss your training needs and discover how we can help your organization thrive.

Effective leadership is rooted in timeless principles that remain relevant despite technological and societal changes. This course provides a structured approach to mastering the 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, empowering participants to enhance their influence, develop high-performing teams, and drive organizational success.

Learning Objectives:

• Master Essential Leadership Laws: Understand and apply foundational leadership principles to inspire and guide others.
• Strengthen Influence and Trust: Develop strategies to build credibility, foster collaboration, and drive results.
• Enhance Decision-Making and Accountability: Learn how to leverage leadership laws to make sound decisions and cultivate responsibility.
• Develop and Mentor Future Leaders: Gain insights into nurturing talent and passing on leadership skills effectively.

Why This Matters to You:

• Equip Leaders for Long-Term Success: Provide a proven framework for leadership growth and sustainability.
• Improve Team Engagement and Performance: Foster a culture of trust, accountability, and excellence.
• Drive Organizational Growth: Strengthen leadership capabilities to support strategic goals and innovation.

Ready to elevate your leadership impact? Register today!

Contact us to Customized this Course for Your Business!

Call 530.895.9015, email TheTrainingPlace@butte.edu, or sign up below to be contacted.

Many organizations struggle to turn ideas into real, sustainable innovation that delivers value. This hands-on workshop provides a proven framework and toolkit for leaders at all levels to foster a culture of innovation, optimize diverse thinking, and effectively execute breakthrough ideas. Designed for managers, team leads, and professionals who want to embed innovation into everyday operations—not just special projects—this course helps turn creativity into competitive advantage.

Learning Objectives:

• Apply a practical, organization-wide framework to spark, shape, and sustain innovation.
• Strengthen leadership behaviors that drive idea generation, team collaboration, and strategic execution.
• Leverage tools to broaden perspective, coach new ideas, and overcome common obstacles to innovation.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Empowers leaders to champion innovation at all levels—not just R&D.
• Builds a strong pipeline of ideas while improving implementation success and ROI.
• Creates a culture that values creativity, calculated risk-taking, and continuous improvement.

Ready to make innovation a core part of your organizational DNA? Register today and equip your leaders to turn ideas into impact.

Contact us to Customized this Course for Your Business!

Call 530.895.9015, email TheTrainingPlace@butte.edu, or sign up below to be contacted.