As 2026 progresses, employers are operating in a legal environment shaped by federal agency realignment, significant court decisions, and rapid state-level legislative activity. Compliance is no longer static. The decisions organizations make now will directly influence risk exposure, workforce practices, and operational stability. In this focused legal update, Burt Garland of Ogletree Deakins will analyze […]

Uncovering a top level need may not be difficult, but what compels a client to buy? It’s not a price reduction, flashy packaging or an incentive. It’s open communication that allows the buyer to self-realize the impact of their challenges and/or goals. Following a connection driven, highly repeatable conversation structure will allow you to not […]

Participants will learn an introduction to postings, recordkeeping and retention, immigration law and access to personnel files. This session will serve as a guide for participants as well as reference materials when situations arise that are not part of the normal operations with the business.

Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to distinguish between mere compliance and ethics, emphasizing how ethical practices contribute to long-term organizational success. Explore HR’s unique position as both a steward and advocate for integrity, transparency, and fairness in the workplace. The course delves into common unethical behaviors, from favoritism and conflicts of interest to […]

Emotional Intelligence or EI is the ability to recognize your emotions, understand them, and see how they affect those around you. Having high emotional intelligence also means you understand other people’s emotions. This allows you to manage your relationships better and avoid potential conflicts. In this course, we will explore tactics to understand moods & […]

New managers and supervisors are often not prepared for the challenges that come with being responsible for managing others. In this course, participants will learn that succeeding in a supervisory role requires more than operational expertise – it takes understanding the expectations others have of you, learning to balance operational and personnel demands, establishing your […]

Performance appraisals can be an effective part of a performance management system, which includes planning, coaching, and evaluation. How do you feel about performance appraisals? Some people look forward to them; others dread them. Regardless of how you feel about them as a manager, conducting performance appraisals is one of the most important opportunities you will […]

Copilot for Communication and Collaboration: Ready to work smarter and faster with your inbox and meetings? Join this focused 2-hour class and discover how Microsoft 365 Copilot in Outlook and Teams can help you manage emails, meetings, and chats with ease. Stop spending hours sorting through email threads and taking notes—Copilot effortlessly summarizes conversations, drafts […]

Coaching is an integral part of success at all levels of management. As a supervisor, you are only as good as your people and the work they produce. Within today’s competitive and results-focused environments, coaching is a highly visible and positive demonstration of your commitment to ongoing personal development and performance improvement.   At the […]