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The Key to Balancing Your Career & Education: Time Management When: March 29, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. ET Presenter: Melissa Kessler Juggling academics and other responsibilities? It can be a challenge, but it’s possible. And time management is the key to staying on track; plus, it’s one of the most valuable and transferrable skills you can develop. Join us to learn how to boost productivity in 2023. Register Now > Let's Talk: An Action Plan for Career Growth When: April 12, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. ET Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk Are you looking for ways to turn your responsibilities into career advancement goals? This webinar will help you conduct an authentic assessment, identify what you want to do, and develop an action plan to make it happen. Register Now > It's Okay to Not Be Okay: Mental Health @ Work When: April 27, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. ET Presenter: William “Marty” Martin, PsyD, professor of management with DePaul’s Kellstadt Graduate School of Business Overwhelmed? Have too much on your plate? You’re not alone. But identifying your feelings and knowing what’s wrong is only half the challenge. The other half is advocating for yourself and establishing a plan to find a sense of balance. Learn how in our webinar. This webinar will not be available on-demand after the live session. Be sure to attend live for tips and resources. Register Now > |
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A Collective Approach to Leadership — What It Means For You Presenter: Jong Gyu Park, Ph.D., Penn State University The concept of collective leadership — “shared,” “distributed,” and “collaborative” — has gained increasing attention in recent years. Why? Because it’s challenging the traditional notion of a single, heroic leader, and it can play a larger role in complex, changing organizations. Join our webinar for an engaging presentation that will help you understand what collective leadership means. You’ll also learn how to be an effective leader and drive organizational change — by using shared, collaborative, and democratic leadership skills in your day-to-day work. Access Webinar > Six Essential Career Tools Part 1 — Position Yourself for Success Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk As you navigate potential growth opportunities, are you wondering how to effectively manage your career? Our Six Essential Career Tools webinar series will provide you with all the information you need to do just that. In part one of this six-part series, we’ll discuss the tools that are essential for your success — skills, accomplishments, branding, career mobility, network abilities with leadership and peers, and your LinkedIn profile. During this session, you’ll get an overview of how to use these six tools to stay competitive, both in your role and within your organization. Don’t miss out on our upcoming webinars in the Career Tools Series! We’ll go over the additional tools needed for career success. Access Webinar > Six Essential Career Tools Part 2 — Advance Your Career by Showcasing Your Skills Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk PART TWO OF SIX: Everyone has skills and accomplishments, but are you showcasing yours effectively? At any given time, you should be ready to articulate them in a manner that highlights your value — this can help you stand out from the competition and advance your career! Join us to learn how to identify and showcase your key skills and accomplishments, recognize where you need to develop, and determine the essentials for your next career move. Don’t miss out on our upcoming webinars in the Career Tools Series! We’ll go over the additional tools needed for career success. Access Webinar > Fuel Your Career Path: Becoming a Part of a Diverse, Tech-enabled Workforce Presenter: Professor Carlos Perez Are you interested in going back to school to pursue — or advance — your career in technology? From software development to cyber security, it’s no secret that African American and Hispanic communities are underrepresented in the tech industry1. We think it’s time to change that. Join this conversation with DeVry University Professor Carlos Perez to learn about his journey in STEM. He’ll discuss his education and the evolution of his career, as well as how to grow your own career through continued education. And for those interested in taking the next step, this session will also cover what makes DeVry’s technology programs stand out, including: • A hands-on approach to help you develop important interdisciplinary skills • Career-focused curriculum designed to help you reach your goals • Opportunities to pursue industry-relevant certifications Access Webinar > What You Need to Know About Earning an Online Degree Presenter: Brendan Nelson Online education isn’t just a trend anymore — it’s becoming essential for personal and professional growth, especially for working adults. Join us as we debunk the myths surrounding the online classroom, explain the benefits of the virtual format, and offer strategies for remote learning success. This interactive discussion will give you the opportunity to ask questions and go over your individual concerns. Access Webinar > Six Essential Career Tools Part 3 — How to Brand Yourself for Career Success Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk PART THREE OF SIX: Personal branding is essential to positioning yourself for career success. Your personal brand is how your manager, team, and others of influence see you in the workplace — and it should reflect how they speak about you, as well. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to take control of your personal brand to project your best self. Don’t miss out on our upcoming webinars in the Career Tools Series! We’ll go over the additional tools needed for career success. Access Webinar > Get Your Degree Faster with Transfer and Alternative Credits Presenter: Julie Skolds No matter where you are in your education, getting your degree as quickly as possible is always the goal. Previously earned credits and/or credits from professional experience can help! But how does this work and how will you know which credits will transfer? Will courses you took 15 years ago still count? Does your school award credit for professional experience, training, or certifications? Join this webinar for an in-depth explanation of the credit-transfer process. Plus, we’ll dive into which options are right for you so you can fast-track your degree program. Access Webinar > Six Essential Career Tools Part 4 — Crafting Your Personal Story for Career Mobility Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk PART FOUR OF SIX: Your personal and professional story is essential to your career mobility — peers and senior leadership want to know who you are and what you bring to the company and the team. And the way you communicate your professional value can help you position yourself for success. Tune into our webinar to learn how to craft a well-received, memorable, and succinct story to use in your professional development discussions with senior leadership. Don’t miss our upcoming webinars in the Career Tools Series! We’ll go over the additional tools needed for career success. Access Webinar > Strategies for Giving & Receiving Effective Feedback Presenter: Dr. Shanita Williams, Associate Vice President of Talent Engagement and Inclusion at Southern New Hampshire University Feedback is a part of our everyday lives — it has the power to influence our thoughts, behaviors, and even the results we achieve. But have you ever paused to think about how you give and receive feedback? Are you aware of the key behaviors that can make feedback more effective? Join us as we review the benefits of feedback, your personal approach, and strategies to improve your ability to give, receive, and process feedback effectively. Access Webinar > Tips for Managing Stress & Your Career Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk Stress in the workplace is often unavoidable, but there are realistic approaches and effective coping strategies that can help you manage it more effectively. In this webinar, you’ll get tips that will help you protect your physical and mental well-being, re-energize, and reap the benefits of increased job performance and satisfaction at work. Access Webinar > Mindfulness at Work: Staying Calm & Fostering Resilience Presenter: Jen Meeks & Staci Hutto, Troy University Mindfulness is having a moment. It’s trendy to talk about your personal experiences or attend a meditation practice, but it’s challenging to make mindfulness less of a chore and reap the benefits. Join our education experts and Troy University to learn how to implement mindfulness practices in everyday life. Plus, get practical tips on understanding your thoughts and feelings and regaining a sense of control in your career. We show up to work as a better version of ourselves when we remain calm and have a sense of clarity! Access Webinar > Six Essential Career Tools Part 5 — Networking Strategies for Career Growth Within Your Organization Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk PART FIVE OF SIX: Are you hoping to cultivate connections — and growth opportunities — at work? Networking can help. During this webinar, you’ll get tips on identifying events, joining groups, and using social media to take your career to the next level. Whether you’re an introvert or extrovert, this webinar will provide the strategies you need to strengthen connections and advance your career. Don’t miss our upcoming webinar in the Career Tools Series! We’ll go over the additional tools needed for career success. Access Webinar > Six Essential Career Tools Part 6 — The LinkedIn Profile: Cultivate Strong Connections in Your Company Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk PART SIX OF SIX: Studies show that strong professional connections improve an employee’s success, performance, and satisfaction in the workplace. LinkedIn can help you build those professional connections, but how can you ensure you’re using the platform to make a good impression? Find out in our webinar. You’ll also learn how to use LinkedIn to stay up-to-date on industry happenings and enhance your professional reputation by posting updates and networking with others. Access Webinar > Diversity & Inclusion: The Difference It Makes & Why It Matters Presenter: Dr. Ri’Cha ri Sancho, Sancho Education Group, eCornell Join our upcoming one-hour session to discover the value and impact of formal Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) training. Engage with current eCornell course facilitator Dr. Ri’Cha ri Sancho in exploring facets of D&I programs and their benefits for you and other members of your organization. During the webinar, you will become familiar with the most salient reasons to implement diversity and inclusion efforts, learn best practices for improving team member engagement, and increase awareness of the role inclusion plays in organizational sustainability. You’ll also have an opportunity to ask questions to further your insight. Access Webinar > The Top 2 Academic Skills You Need for a Successful Start Presenter: Melissa Kessler Once you’ve registered for your first course, it’s time to prepare for a successful start. During this webinar, you’ll learn how to create study aids that will help you organize and consolidate course information, including the SQ4R Reading Method (Survey, Question, Read, Recite, wRite, Review). Plus, we’ll provide test preparation tips that can help you overcome test anxiety. Access Webinar > Succeeding as a Leader: The Must-Have Skills Presenter: Joanna Williams Are you looking for leadership opportunities that will take your career further? Join us for a webinar on practical strategies for building the skills you need to succeed in a leadership role. We’ll help you understand how to best function as a leader — in-person and remote — and discuss leadership styles. Plus, we’ll review how to expand your leadership toolkit with theories like “The 8 Cs of Effective Leadership” by Maryann Bruce. Access Webinar > Can I Do This? Your Guide to a Successful Online Education Experience. Presenter: Kayla Dietz The thought of furthering your education can be daunting. You might be wondering, “Where should I start?” and, “Can I juggle work, life, and academics?” Or, are you worried about how you’ll be able to afford it all? In this webinar, we’ll discuss how to find resources for virtual learning, access academic support, afford your continuing education, and choose the right program for your career. Plus, we’ll cover how online programs are structured and how to decide if they’re the best option for you. Access Webinar > Project Management for Non-Project Managers Presenter: Lalig Musserian, Faculty Professor at Boston College The business world has been “projectized” for many decades and innovation has become mission critical for survival. Project management is a profession itself, but it’s important to understand its function within an organization and the role it plays in a project’s success or failure. This webinar will review key project management concepts, delivery techniques and suitability, terminology, and techniques to help everyone (no matter their project management experience!) focus on keeping projects business-focused and successful. Access Webinar > MBA 101: Is It Right for Me? Presenter: Melissa Kessler and Julie Skolds Pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a big decision, and there are numerous factors to consider before applying to a program: accreditation, admissions criteria, cost, time commitment, and more. Thinking about it all can be overwhelming, but this webinar will help you determine if an MBA is right for you. Access Webinar > Before You Borrow: Exploring Options to Finance Your Degree Presenter: EdAssist Finance Coach As you think about how to pay for your education, you might be wondering how much to borrow, who to borrow from, and what will be best for your financial situation. Before you get started, join our webinar for an overview of your financing options, the responsibilities that go along with borrowing, and important things to consider, such as planning for your whole degree, your future financial goals, and your family. Access Webinar > Certifications, Certificates, and MOOCs — Which Is Right for Me? Presenter: Stephanie Delanois As employers demand an increasing array of expertise from their employees, many working professionals are trying to improve their skillsets in order to maintain their current position, find advancement opportunities, and gain credibility in their industry. Join us for an overview of certifications, certificates, and MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) — program options that might be a good fit for you and your career. Access Webinar > Work-Life Balance: Solving the Adult Learner's Dilemma Presenter: Dr. Dennis Devery, Thomas Edison State University This webinar will focus on Work-Life balance and the adult learner. The webinar will discuss the issues surrounding work-life balance related to responsibilities of family, work and school. It will cover individual strategies to attain a good work-life balance as well as strategies for educational institutions and workplaces to help students and employees achieve good work-life balance. Access Webinar > Get Your Degree Faster With Competency-Based Education Presenter: Brendan Nelson Competency-based education (CBE) allows you to progress in your learning by demonstrating mastery at your own pace. Not only is CBE affordable, flexible, and personalized, it also allows you to get your degree faster. Wondering how to fit it into your academic journey? Join our webinar to learn more about how you can take advantage of prior work experience towards your education. Access Webinar > What You Should Know About School Rankings and Prestige Presenter: Brendan Nelson Earning a college degree is a commitment — and you want to know that you’re choosing a reputable school that’s worth the high price tag. Colleges draw on an endless stream of resources to show how they stack up against the competition, but how are these rankings actually determined? Join us as we explain the ranking process and dispel popular myths. Plus, learn how to find a school that will give you the most value for your degree. Access Webinar > Cybersecurity – What it Means for You Presenter: Kevin Garvey, SANS Institute To celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Kevin Garvey from SANS Institute is joining EdAssist to discuss the importance of cybersecurity in your everyday life, in work and out of the office. There will also be a special discussion on resources and the latest trends in the cybersecurity field. Access Webinar > How to Choose a Major Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk Wondering how to decide on a college major? Join our webinar to learn the factors adult learners should consider including career goals, personal and professional strengths, interests, and potential obstacles. Plus, get strategies to help you balance your education with work, family, and other obligations. We’ll also discuss tools that will help you research occupations and college majors — the Occupational Outlook Handbook, Career One Stop, and more. Access Webinar > How To Find Scholarships to Fund Your Education Presenter: EdAssist Finance Coach Are you wondering how scholarships can help offset your education costs? Join our webinar to explore the impact of outside financial assistance and learn how to start your scholarship search. You’ll get the tools and resources you need to find and narrow down the best results for your education path. Access Webinar > Six Essential Career Tools - Q&A Presenter: Barbara Van Dyk As a follow-up to our Six Essential Career Tools webinar series, this session will give you even more insight on how to remain marketable and grow your career in the ever-evolving workforce. We’ll revisit topics discussed in the series and answer your specific questions. All webinars in the series are available on demand: Part 1: Position Yourself for Success Part 2: Advance Your Career by Showcasing Your Skills Part 3: How To Brand Yourself for Career Success Part 4: Crafting Your Personal Story for Career Mobility Part 5: Networking Strategies for Career Growth Within Your Organization Part 6: The LinkedIn Profile: Cultivate Strong Connections in Your Company Access Webinar > Upskilling for Your Career: How to Prepare for Workforce Needs of Tomorrow Presenter: Rob Weinstein, EdD, Wilimington University Join EdAssist and Wilmington University as we discuss the principles and techniques that professionals can employ to upskill, or reskill, themselves to meet the changing business needs and increase team effectiveness. Access Webinar > Empowered to Lead: Practical Advice for Women Presenter: Anna Seferian, University or Maryland Global Campus Becoming a strong female leader involves being self-aware, knowing your team, tuning into the pulse of your organization, and more. Tune in for practical advice and learn how to develop and sharpen your unique leadership style. Access Webinar > |
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