Do you want to improve your communication and leadership skills? Two upcoming workshop series, Crucial Conversations and Crucial Influence, can help you with that.  These workshops, which provide valuable opportunities for professional development, are based on best-selling books and are designed to equip employees with essential skills for effective dialogue and leadership. Each participant will receive a complimentary copy of the respective book for their professional library.

Crucial Conversations

The Crucial Conversations workshop and the book focus on enhancing communication skills. It is ideal for individuals who want to learn how to handle high-stakes conversations where opinions vary, and emotions run strong. Participants will gain tools to speak persuasively, maintain composure and foster open dialogue, which will ultimately lead to better decision-making and improved relationships. Sessions will be held noon-1 p.m. on the following dates in the Carver Room of the Havener Center. Register on Percipio.

Workshop dates:

• Wednesday, Sept. 4.
• Wednesday, Sept. 18.
• Wednesday, Oct. 2.

Crucial Influence

The Crucial Influence workshop and book are tailored to people who aspire to become influential leaders. This series teaches participants how to lead behavior change effectively by understanding and leveraging the six sources of influence. It is perfect for supervisors, managers and leaders who wish to inspire and guide their teams to achieve desired results. Sessions will be held noon-1 p.m. on the following dates in the Carver Room of Havener Center. Register on Percipio.

Workshop dates:

• Thursday, Sept. 12.
• Thursday, Sept. 26.
• Thursday, Oct. 3.