A Masterclass in Discovery Work

Learn what to say and how best to say it by exploring the practices of inquiry and authentic curiosity in order to qualify major donors. Overview Discovery work is an essential part of the fundraising process because it’s your first access point to learning how to optimize a potential donor’s philanthropic interest. Refining your approach […]

Advancing Your DEI Strategy Across Viewpoints

Advance equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts by employing values-focused communication strategies to move conversations forward. Overview Leaders of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts are continually charged with spearheading initiatives that require them to navigate critical conversations with stakeholders who may have divergent or even radically different views and opinions than their own. In some cases, […]

Faculty Performance & Conduct: Reframing the Conversation

Build the infrastructure you need in order to address faculty conduct issues as they occur and ensure collective faculty success.  Overview Faculty conduct has significant implications for the overall morale and climate in a department, division, and institution. Faculty conduct can contribute positively to the success of students, colleagues, and the department. However, faculty conduct […]

Securing Transformational Gifts: A Conversation About Engaging Principal Gift Donors

Gain a behind-the-scenes understanding of family dynamics in relation to philanthropic giving to secure the most transformational gift possible. Overview Securing a principal gift can have an immense impact on the way an institution is able to meet its mission and serve students effectively. However, identifying and cultivating relationships with potential principal gift donors takes […]

Deconstructing and Growing from Negative Past Work Environments

Learn how to reframe negative past experiences and set boundaries in an emotionally intelligent way. Overview As you move between jobs or finish projects, it can be all too easy to carry negative past experiences and the habits associated with those experiences along with you to new roles. This can lead you to unknowingly reinforce […]

Leading and Influencing Change from the Middle: Change Management for Mid-level Leaders

After participating in this online training, you will be able to address the challenges, opportunities, and actions needed for implementing a change initiative from a mid-level leadership role. Overview Leading change requires involvement and engagement from people across a wide range of roles and functions, and oftentimes, change initiatives are tasked to people who must […]

Advocate For Your Department by Using Data Effectively

Do you struggle with using data to help you identify and present the greatest needs within your department? Overview Given the current context of higher ed, you are likely defending and justifying your department’s expenses relating to revenue, and you’re having to make important decisions, including budget cuts, that impact people across your department. You […]