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Grow as a Leader. Connect as a Bear.

May 21, 2026 by Debbie Donnellan

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Are you ready to grow your leadership skills, expand your Missouri State network, and see the university from a whole new perspective? Applications are now open for the University Staff Ambassadors Program Class of 2027 — a nationally recognized professional development experience designed especially for Missouri State staff. The University Staff Ambassadors Program, … [Read more...] about Grow as a Leader. Connect as a Bear.

Filed Under: Featured, Learning and Development, Organizational & Talent Development, USA Tagged With: OTD, professional development

Transitioning from Individual Contributor to Leader

May 7, 2026 by Julia J. Miiller

Organizational and Talent Development (OTD) Logo on a Scrabble Board with the words 'lead', 'team', and 'success' spelled out with tiles.

Stepping into a leadership role is one of the biggest transitions in your career. As an individual contributor, success was often measured by your personal output. As a leader, your focus shifts to communication, team results, and building trust. Whether you’re preparing for your first management role or already navigating this shift, LinkedIn Learning offers a series of short … [Read more...] about Transitioning from Individual Contributor to Leader

Filed Under: Employee Relations, Featured, LinkedIn Learning, Organizational & Talent Development Tagged With: LinkedIn Learning, Organizational and Talent Development, OTD, professional development

Grow as a Citizen Bear with our Public Affairs Mission Workshop

April 30, 2026 by Jason N. Coons

Citizen Scholar statue outside Strong Hall on September 21, 2018.

OTD Featured Workshop: Public Affairs Mission: What Does It Mean? Can you Relate? – LEAD Yourself Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Zoom Facilitator: Stacey Trewatha-Bach Register Now With the recently published strategic plan’s renewed emphasis on public affairs, it’s a great time to learn how to connect our mission to your role and … [Read more...] about Grow as a Citizen Bear with our Public Affairs Mission Workshop

Filed Under: Featured, Learning and Development, Organizational & Talent Development Tagged With: Lead Yourself, Organizational and Talent Development, OTD, professional development, public affairs

Delivering a Performance Review: A Guide for Managers

April 23, 2026 by Debbie Donnellan

Performance reviews are more than an annual requirement—they are one of the most impactful opportunities supervisors have to connect with their employees, reinforce expectations, and support ongoing development. To support our supervisors in this critical responsibility, HR has launched a new self-directed learning path in My Learning Connection: Delivering a Performance … [Read more...] about Delivering a Performance Review: A Guide for Managers

Filed Under: Employee Relations, Featured, Learning and Development, LinkedIn Learning, Organizational & Talent Development, Performance Management Tagged With: professional development

Master Budgeting in our Bear Financials Workshop

April 16, 2026 by Jason N. Coons

MSU LEAD ON - Bear Financials: Practical Budgeting for Leaders This Bear Financials workshop equips managers with the essential knowledge and skills to manage budgets effectively and responsibly within the university and foundation settings. This training focuses on understanding the structure and purpose of financial accounts, navigating various budget types, and mastering … [Read more...] about Master Budgeting in our Bear Financials Workshop

Filed Under: Featured, Organizational & Talent Development Tagged With: LEAD On, MSU LEAD, Organizational and Talent Development, OTD, professional development

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