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SUMMARY:Advanced Workplace Communication
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your career by mastering the art of workplace communication. In this dynamic course\, you’ll learn how to craft powerful messages\, convey ideas with clarity\, and strengthen connections with your colleagues and clients. \n\nBuilding on Effective Workplace Communication\, this 3-hour course will equip you with the communication tools necessary to lead and support your staff through a range of necessary\, and important\, workplace conversations. \n\nYou will learn to:\n\n 	Examine the types of conversations that happen at work;\n 	Engage in conversations with curiosity and a coaching mindset;\n 	Increase self-awareness of how your values impact communication; and\n 	Increase self-regulation in communication.\n\nBefore taking this course we recommend taking Effective Workplace Communication. \n\nThe course fee varies between $99 and $149 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThis course will take place on December 4\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PST\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/advanced-workplace-communication/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Communication,Diversity and Inclusion,Elective,General,People Management
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241204
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SUMMARY:Navigating Discipline and Dismissal
DESCRIPTION:In the realm of human resources\, handling employee discipline and dismissal is a complex and sensitive endeavor that demands precision and professionalism. This program is thoughtfully crafted to equip you with the knowledge\, strategies and ethical considerations needed to address these challenging aspects of HR with confidence\, respect\, and fairness. \n\nThis workshop will empower you with the skills to establish clear disciplinary standards\, handle performance issues\, ensure compliance\, and preserve the well-being of your organization and its employees. Enroll today to enhance your expertise and contribute to a stronger\, more successful workplace. \n\nIn this course\, you will:\n\n 	Understand the “Why” of discipline;\n 	Navigate the progressive discipline process;\n 	Transition from Discipline to Dismissal;\n 	Understand the Employer’s responsibilities; and\n 	Prepare for dismissal conversations.\n\nThe course fee varies between $249 and $349 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThis course will take place on December 3 and 5\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PST\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/navigating-discipline-and-dismissal-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Discipline,Dismissal,Elective,Leadership,People Management
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SUMMARY:Managing Performance in Challenging Situations
DESCRIPTION:Confidently managing performance and maneuvering tough situations is a requirement of strong leadership. Our specialized course is designed to equip you with the essential skills and techniques to motivate\, mentor\, and address performance concerns with confidence. \n\nYou will gain insights into performance assessment\, constructive feedback delivery\, conflict resolution and other core competencies that enable you to lead with professionalism and poise. \nElevate your leadership skills and excel at the art of navigating challenging workplace situations with this expert-led course. \n\nIn this virtual workshop you will learn to:\n\n 	Recognize and overcome common barriers to effective performance management communication;\n 	Describe behavioural attitudes that inhibit high performance in self or others;\n 	Design a performance improvement plan; and\n 	Describe how competencies in performance management assist career planning and succession and continuity planning.\n\nBefore taking this course we recommend taking Getting Started With Performance Management. \n\nThe course fee varies between $249 and $349 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThis course will take place on November 27 and 29\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PST\, Vancouver). 
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/managing-performance-in-challenging-situations-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Elective,General,Leadership,Performance Management
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241121
DTSTAMP:20260417T131331
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SUMMARY:Embracing Transparency in Pay Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Pay transparency legislation has started conversations that many managers feel ill-equipped to manage. Understanding the complex landscape of pay conversations has become a key skill for leaders and managers in today’s workplace. \n\nThis course is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to understand the different legal frameworks related to pay and to handle salary and benefit discussions effectively. \n\nBy the end of this course\, you will be better prepared to navigate the complexities of salary negotiations\, ensuring fair and compliant outcomes that benefit both the organization and its employees. \n\nJoin us for this comprehensive\, interactive course and take your pay negotiation skills to the next level! \n\nIn this virtual course\, you will:\n\n 	Understand the legal aspects of pay conversations in Canada.\n 	Learn best practices for negotiating salaries and benefits.\n 	Develop skills to handle pay conversations effectively through role-play scenarios.\n\nThe course fee varies between $99 and $149 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThe next session will take place on November 20\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PST\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/embracing-transparency-in-pay-conversations/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Communication,Elective,General,Performance Management
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241115
DTSTAMP:20260417T131331
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SUMMARY:The Power of Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:Everyone wants to feel valued at work.  Regardless of age\, background\, or job title\, humans long for a sense of connection and the knowledge that their presence means something to the people around them.  For any leader in today’s workplace\, there is immense power in being able to show individual team members that they matter and how the workplace is better because they are in it. \n\nThis 90-minute course will teach you effective ways to connect with your staff through the art of appreciation. You will learn how to detect the different preferences that employees have\, beyond hearing the simple words of “thank you.” \n\nThrough this session\, you will discover new ways to show gratitude on a sincere person-to-person basis\, which in turn will benefit your whole organization with a greater sense of overall engagement and morale. \n\nLearn to:\n\n 	Distinguish between the separate actions of recognition versus appreciation;\n 	Identify how personal barriers and blind spots can impede authentic appreciation; and\n 	Understand how different approaches to appreciation enhance overall workplace culture.\n\nThe course fee varies between $60 and $85 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThe next session will take place on November 14\, 2024\, between 9 am – 10:30 am (PST\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/appreciation-at-work-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Communication,Diversity and Inclusion,Elective,General,People Management
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241030
DTSTAMP:20260417T131331
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SUMMARY:Simplifying Employee Leaves
DESCRIPTION:When faced with life events or personal needs\, employees and managers should be able to navigate leave requests with ease. Effective leave processes reduce administrative burdens and demonstrate an organization’s commitment to supporting its employees. Simplifying employee leave is a win-win strategy that ensures the workforce remains content\, engaged\, and ready to contribute their best. \n\nIn this virtual workshop\, you will:\n\n 	Learn about Statutory Leaves and optional leaves;\n 	Demonstrate effective ways to communicate with employees about the need for their leaves and while they are on leave;\n 	Practice information requests to approve medical leave for an employee;\n 	Develop and implement a Workplace Accommodation Plan;\n 	Create a Gradual Return to Work Plan;\n 	Recognize the importance of workplace accommodation and its limitations.\n\nThe course fee varies between $249 and $349 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThis course will take place on October 29 and 31\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PDT\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/simplifying-employee-leaves/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Elective,General,Labour Relations,Leave Management
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241024
DTSTAMP:20260417T131331
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SUMMARY:Getting Started with Performance Management
DESCRIPTION:The ability to measure\, enhance\, and align employee performance with organizational goals is a critical skill in today’s business landscape. Our expert-led course is designed to provide you with the fundamental knowledge\, strategies\, and practical insights necessary to initiate and execute a successful employee performance management program. \n\nYou will gain a deep understanding of performance management tools\, goal setting\, feedback mechanisms\, and performance review techniques to drive excellence within your organization. \n\nJoin us and take the first step towards a more productive\, motivated\, and successful workforce. \n\nIn this course you will:\n\n 	Understand the purpose of performance management and how it adds value;\n 	Set clear expectations for employee performance;\n 	Identify and connect internal tools to leverage or complement performance management processes;\n 	Foster a culture of accountability;\n 	Apply effective written and verbal communication skills to performance management conversations;\n 	Complete an effective performance review; and\n 	Build structured goal-setting practices into regular performance management processes.\n\nThe course fee varies between $249 and $349 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThis course will take place on October 23 and 25\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PDT\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/getting-started-with-performance-management/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Elective,General,Leadership,People Management,Performance Management
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
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SUMMARY:Managing Change in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Change is the only constant in today’s modern workplace. Whether you’re a manager looking to lead new initiatives or an individual seeking to adapt and excel in evolving work environments\, our course will empower you with the knowledge and tools needed for success in an ever-shifting professional world. \nThis expert-led two-session workshop series offers a structured approach to change management\, providing strategies for seamless transitions\, fostering employee buy-in\, and maintaining productivity during periods of transformation and change. \nPart 1: Learning Outcomes: The People Side of Change \n\n\n 	Differentiate between change versus transition;\n 	Understand common hurdles to change management;\n 	Explore the three phases of internal transition and identify techniques to support staff throughout the process; and\n 	Utilize personality dynamics to manage resistance to change.\n\nPart 2: Learning Outcomes: The Organizational Side of Change \n\n\n 	Differentiate between several types of organizational change;\n 	Identify roles involved in the change management process; and\n 	Explore strategies for managing change effectively\, from creating your vision\, to building communication plans\, to sustaining change over the long term.\n\nThe course fee varies between $249 and $349 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThe course will take place on October 22 and 24\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PDT\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/managing-change-in-the-workplace-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Elective,Labour Relations,People Management
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241009
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SUMMARY:Streamlining Employee Onboarding
DESCRIPTION:Efficient and effective employee onboarding is the cornerstone of any successful organization. \n\nThis course is meticulously crafted to enhance your onboarding program to increase productivity\, improve retention\, and foster a more engaged workforce. \n\nYou’ll learn to develop an onboarding program that reduces administrative burden\, accelerates employee integration\, and maximizes the value of your newest team members. We’ll guide you through best practices and proven strategies to transform your onboarding into a streamlined\, high-impact experience for both your organization and its newest hires. Join us and unlock the potential of your workforce. \n\nIn this workshop\, you will learn to:\n\n 	Describe onboarding and its significance;\n 	Identify common challenges during the onboarding process and solutions;\n 	Identify what a successful onboarding process looks like (and doesn’t look like!);\n 	Incorporate considerations for virtual onboarding needs; and\n 	Create a complete outline of an onboarding plan tailored to your organization.\n\nThe course fee varies between $249 and $349 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThis course will take place on October 8 and 10\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PDT\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/streamlining-employee-onboarding-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Elective,General,Leadership,Onboarding,People Management
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241004
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SUMMARY:Thriving in the Multigenerational Workplace
DESCRIPTION:When staff members range in age from their late teens to their late 70’s\, building a cohesive team can seem like a daunting\, if not impossible\, task. But the fact remains that all workers – whether they are Baby Boomers\, Gen X\, Millennials\, or Gen Z – desire meaning and purpose in their jobs. Today’s leader must tap into how these desires differ across age groups\, and then use that understanding to bridge the gap between the generations and tap into their valuable perspectives. \n\nThrough this 90-minute session\, discover how to communicate more effectively across the generational divide and unlock the full potential of a diverse workforce. Explore how the different societal trends of our childhood translates into our current work values\, strengths\, and weaknesses. Learn how to navigate generational clashes and resolve conflicts in ways that leverages the unique strengths of each team member. \n\nLearn to:\n\n 	Analyze major trends that shape each generation in the workplace;\n 	Examine generational communication styles and identify ways to address intergenerational conflict; and\n 	Explore methods to improve recruitment\, retention\, and succession planning across generations.\n\nThe course fee varies between $60 and $85 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThe next session will take place on October 3\, 2024\, between 9 am – 10:30 am (PDT\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/generation-integration-aligning-generations-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Communication,Diversity and Inclusion,Elective,General,People Management
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240925
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SUMMARY:Successful Interviewing Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Ready to identify top talent and build high-performance teams remotely or on-site? Our program offers a deep dive into effective interviewing\, evaluating responses\, body language and the art of creating structured\, insightful\, and legally compliant interview processes. From crafting the right interview questions to assessing candidates fairly\, you will gain the skills and techniques necessary to make confident hiring decisions. \n\nEnroll today to enhance your hiring abilities\, reduce turnover\, and stay compliant. \n\nYou will learn to:\n\n 	Design an effective interview process that leaves a positive impression;\n 	Ask the questions that matter most (and avoid what not to ask); and\n 	Identify values alignment during interviews.\n\nThe course fee varies between $249 and $349 depending on the ticket type. \n\nThis course will take place on September 24 and 26\, 2024\, between 9 am – 12 pm (PDT\, Vancouver).
URL:https://artofhr.craftedbyfoe.com/course/successful-interviewing-strategies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Elective,Interviewing
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