Training Series

March 30, 2023
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Chamber of Commerce

Cost: $35 per Chamber member, $40 per non-member

Overview:
We know all too well that conflict is inevitable. By understanding the triggers of conflict along with the basic responses to conflict, attendees will gain a foundational understanding of helpful approaches to managing conflict within the workplace. Attendees will participate in activities and group-based discussions that relate to various scenarios within the workplace and will enhance one’s personal confidence and motivation to manage conflict more efficiently.

What you will learn:

• Participants of this interactive seminar will:
• Identify various triggers of conflict within the workplace
• Describe characteristics of the possible responses to conflict
• Acknowledge one’s own perception and reaction to conflict
• Practice proper communication skills to present, diffuse, and resolve conflict
• Implement sequential steps to resolve conflict

Eligible participants completing this training will earn 2.0 SHRM Professional Development Credits.

Workshop Lead: Dr. Jennifer F. Humber, Assistant Professor of Consumer Sciences, The University of Alabama.

*This seminar is sponsored by the Graduate Certificate Program in Conflict Resolution, College of Human Environmental Sciences, the University of Alabama.

April 26, 2023
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Chamber of Commerce

Cost: $35 per Chamber member, $40 per non-member

Overview:
Explore best practices of effective negotiation by learning to identify and apply optimal strategies that will build productive relationships in respective workplace environments. The process of effective negotiation will be introduced, including aspects of preparation, communication, meeting dynamics, bargaining, resolution, and relationship building. By applying a skillful approach through interest-based negotiation strategies, participants will create value in themselves and with others through intentional efforts to achieve personalized goals and enhance professional relationships.

What You Will Learn:
Attendees will be able to:

• Identify perceptions, emotions, and excellent communication skills of a successful negotiator.
• Describe various strategies to prepare for a negotiation or mediation process.
• Create a meeting space that ensures a safe environment that encourages discussion and collaboration.
• Develop an action plan that is acceptable to all parties.

Eligible participants completing this training will earn 2.0 SHRM Professional Development Credits.

Workshop Lead: Dr. Jennifer F. Humber, Assistant Professor of Consumer Sciences, The University of Alabama.

*This seminar is sponsored by the Graduate Certificate Program in Conflict Resolution, College of Human Environmental Sciences, the University of Alabama.

July 20, 2023
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Chamber of Commerce

Cost: $35 per Chamber member, $40 per non-member

Overview:
Do you consistently doubt yourself? Do you find yourself occupied with trying to please others? Psychotherapist and owner of Perception Counseling Service, Jennifer Vanhorn will assist with identifying ways to make self a priority this new year. You will also learn about the benefits of life balance and setting goals for self. Most importantly, you will learn how to identify your own wants, needs, and purpose. Join us as we focus on our individual journey of finding SELF.

What You Will Learn:

• How to identify and incorporate healthy boundaries
• How to utilize your personal strengths to achieve goals
• How to effectively (and assertively) communicate your needs to others

Eligible participants completing this training will earn 1.5 SHRM Professional Development Credits.

Workshop Lead: Jennifer Vanhorn, LICSW-S, CEO & Lead Clinician, Perception Counseling Services, LLC