Empowerment

Remote Work and Accessibility

There’s no doubt, change is the new norm. Focusing on our changing workplaces, Microsoft research found professionals with disabilities were almost twice as vulnerable to job losses, more than twice as likely to seek reskilling, particularly when it comes to roles in the tech sector, low discoverability of accessibility tools was specifically cited in the research contributing to these outcomes.

The global requirement to work from home we lived through in 2020 brought a unique opportunity to create a new and better future of work.

This 3:10 min video clip, Remote work and accessibility, will shed light on how our remote work practices effect our colleagues with disabilities. This video is a segment of the 51 min LinkedIn Learning Course, Digital Accessibility for the Modern Workplace.

Have questions? Suggestions for employee learning? Contact the Centre for Organizational Learning.

Study Skills Fundamentals

Good Study habits are essential to retain information better. In this 54 second introduction video, Paul Nowak offers tips for improving your reading speed and comprehension, note taking systems, committing the learning to memory, and even taking tests. The information in this course is appropriate for all levels of learners, from grade school and grad students to full-time members of the workforce. Start watching now- you’ll never approach studying the same way again.

Have questions? Suggestions for employee learning? Contact the Centre for Organizational Learning.

Enhancing Your Customer Service Skills

What do you do when faced with a customer who’s fuming over a delay, cancellation, or objection to a policy? How can you adequately address their issue when your interaction starts off on such a sour note? In this short 1:26 video, Myra Golden shares an introduction to various approaches that can help you reframe such conversations and use your words and actions in positioning skills to put a positive slant on an otherwise negative situation. Learn how to use empathy and pacing to foster a sense of connection with customers. Discover the words and phrases to avoid in customer service, how to use partnership language to leave people feeling heard and satisfied, and how to properly apologize.

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Inclusive Leadership for Inclusive Work Environments

In this introductory 2:04 min video clip, you will be introduced to leadership through the lens of inclusion, innovation and creativity to produce higher performance, increase employee engagement, fuel innovation and creativity, increase retention, and positively impact the customer service experience. Global workforce management expert Dr. Shirley Davis walks us through the benefits of inclusive leadership including the positive impacts it can have on employee engagement, innovation, and creativity while leveraging the diverse talents of all organizational contributors. You are encouraged to engage in the insightful video series (total 1 hour of short video recordings) to : explore the importance and impact of Inclusive Leadership; to review the Inclusive Leadership Model (The 6 C’s and Competencies): and best practices for inclusive organizations.

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Your Next Superpower: Get More Done in Less Time!

Do you have a hard time focusing and getting through your to-do list without losing time to distractions? You’re not alone. Check out this 1:58 min video clip to help you realize your ultimate superpower! No, we won’t tell you, you have to watch!

Hint: Don’t stop at this video, there is more helpful advice through the larger course “Get More Done in Less Time”.

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The Importance of Belonging

Feeling connected and focusing on others can help us create a deeper meaning and sense of belonging within ourselves. Listen to this 2:23 min audio clip to learn how helping others can help you heal your mind.

Hint: This is just one of a series of 10 short audio recordings that have been adapted from the podcast, ‘How to Be Awesome at Your Job.’ You might want to check them all out!

Have questions? Suggestions for employee learning? Contact the Centre for Organizational Learning.

Multiplying Motivation through micro to-dos

Do you have a goal that’s been sitting on your to-do list for months, or work that you find daunting to begin? This 3:46 min video clip will show you how breaking down the tasks into micro to-dos will help get you motivated to achieve more.

To access this video, simply click on the link above, or, if you are new to LinkedIn Learning, please visit this link for more information.

Have questions? Suggestions for employee learning? Contact the Centre for Organizational Learning.

Team Meeting Necessities

Are you searching for essential ways to help inspire and empower employees during weekly team meetings? Listen to this 3:30 audio recording to learn about the different ways you can address team meeting necessities while cultivating a more enjoyable work environment.

HINT: This is just one of a series of 10 short audio recordings that have been adapted from the podcast, ‘How to Be Awesome at Your Job.’ You might want to check them all out!

To access this podcast, simply click on the link above, or, if you are new to LinkedIn Learning, please visit this link for more information.

Have questions? Suggestions for employee learning? Contact the Centre for Organizational Learning.

Celebrate your Team’s Successes!

Pausing to celebrate success is an important aspect in our day-to-day work lives. Oftentimes we move onto the next challenge without recognizing all of the wins we have achieved. Listen to this 1:14 audio recording to see how recognizing the ‘wins’ can help build confidence on your team.

HINT: This is just one of a series of 10 short audio recordings that have been adapted from the podcast, ‘How to Be Awesome at Your Job.’ You might want to check them all out!

To access this podcast, simply click on the link above, or, if you are new to LinkedIn Learning, please visit this link for more information.

Have questions? Suggestions for employee learning? Contact the Centre for Organizational Learning.

Mindset Shift: Preparing for the Hybrid Work force Model

As we shift towards a hybrid workforce model, we will likely need to adjust our mindset from our work-from-home groove.

This 1:55 min video clip will help you utilize your personal productivity style so you can continue to stay on task as you split your time from the office and working remotely.

To access this video, simply click on the link above, or, if you are new to LinkedIn Learning, please visit this link for more information.

Have questions? Suggestions for employee learning? Contact the Centre for Organizational Learning.