Great leaders come from all organizational levels and have technical and interpersonal skills. That’s why we’ve developed the FREE LEAD Yourself Series, a group of essential courses ready to equip you (and your team) with the technical and interpersonal tools needed for professional success. Take advantage of these amazing opportunities this spring.

LEAD Yourself workshops coming this spring:

Bear Financials: MSU Budgeting Basics – LEAD Yourself (New Workshop!)

The Bear Financials: MSU Budgeting Basics workshop provides a comprehensive overview of budget fundamentals, fund oversight, financial policies, and reporting tools to equip participants with essential financial skills. This session is specifically designed for individuals who initiate payments, process financial transactions, and handle reconciliations as part of their daily responsibilities to ensure they understand key financial principles and best practices for fiscal responsibility at MSU.

• Wed, Apr 9; 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Pummill 202
• Facilitator: Dawn McIntyre

Communication Basics – LEAD Yourself

Every problem in the workplace may not stem from poor communication—but poor communication is the root of enough problems that it’s worth talking about! What, exactly, is communication? What is the difference between verbal and nonverbal communication, and why is nonverbal communication so important? What can go wrong when two people attempt to communicate? What can you do to be a more effective communicator?  These topics will be the focus of this informative workshop.

• Tue, Feb 25; 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Zoom
• Facilitator: Dr. Gloria Galanes

Effective Listening – LEAD Yourself

Good listeners have deeper, stronger, and better relationships at work, at home, and with friends. This workshop will explain why listening is important, help you figure out what type of listener you are, and teach you the necessary skills to become a more effective listener.

• Thu, Mar 6; 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Zoom
• Facilitator: Dr. Gloria Galanes

Microsoft Excel Series – LEAD Yourself

Whether you’re new to Excel or a seasoned user seeking a refresher, this series of hybrid online/seated classes offer valuable insights by combining the flexibility of LinkedIn Learning with the hands-on interaction of instructor-led workshops. Carefully curated learning paths in LinkedIn Learning provide you with a broad overview of Excel fundamental concepts and features. Then, the seated portions of each class provide hands-on practice allowing you to confidently handle most common tasks in Excel. Plus, learn how to leverage Microsoft’s Copilot AI tools to maximize productivity.

• Microsoft Excel Level 1 – Fri, Feb 21; 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Glass 331
  • Covers: Excel interface, formatting, and data management
• Microsoft Excel Level 2 – Fri, Mar 14; 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Glass 331
  • Covers: charts, graphs, and PivotTables
• Microsoft Excel Level 3 – Fri, Apr 11; 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Glass 331
  • Covers: data validation, conditional formatting, and formulas & functions
• Facilitator: Karen Eisman

Public Affairs Mission: What Does It Mean? Can you Relate? – LEAD Yourself

Become a more engaged Citizen Bear by modeling the three pillars of the public affairs mission. As the university is educating students to become global scholars, it is imperative that employees can communicate, interconnect, and promote the meaning of public affairs to students and the community.

• Thu, Apr 24; 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Pummill 201
• Facilitator: Mary Ann Wood

Teamwork: Unlocking Team Success – LEAD Yourself  (New Workshop!)

In today’s dynamic world, thriving in teams isn’t just about working together—it’s about truly connecting, valuing diverse perspectives, and maximizing everyone’s potential. Whether you’re a leader or a team member, this interactive workshop empowers you with the skills to build high-performing, cohesive groups that deliver results. Through engaging activities and actionable insights, you’ll explore how to foster collaboration, embrace individual strengths, and create an environment where everyone thrives.

• Thu, Mar 13; 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM, Pummill 201
• Facilitator: Dr. Gloria Galanes

Writing for Business – LEAD Yourself

Whether it is writing a report or delivering a presentation, your ability to convey ideas and messages clearly, succinctly, and with conviction establishes a connection with others and leaves a positive impression. This workshop will help you communicate better by providing useful tips for avoiding common writing errors, reviewing strategies to enhance message clarity, and leveraging the latest generative AI writing tools.

• Fri, Apr 4; 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM, Pummill 201
• Facilitator: Emily Yeap

To register for LEAD Yourself courses:

MyMissouriState > Learning and Development Card > My Learning Connection.

Then search for the course, view details, and request to be registered.

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Please contact HRLearning@missouristate.edu with questions.