Growth and development are important components of a professional journey at Puget sound. In some cases, staff members participate in generalized professional development offered by the Learning & Development team. In other cases, individual staff members may engage in role or person-specific training to advance their career and professional development. Below is a list of additional resources you may consider reviewing for your own development.
Managing Up: What is It and Why Do It?
This article provides information on developing a strong relationship with your supervisor and why it matters. From UCMerced
Enhancing Intergenerational Communication
With at least four generations in the workforce today, it may be helpful to consider how generational difference influence work and communication. From Berkley ExecEd
The Edge of Work Podcast
Hosted by Al Dea, this podcast is designed to help leaders support their teams through change and to build human-centered teams.
Work Life Podcast
In this podcast, Adam Grant interviews a wide range of people to explore ways to achieve a better work life.
How to Be Awesome at You Job Podcast
Pete Mockaitis leverages curiosity in this podcast designed to help people flourish at work.
Effective Communication Through Mindfulness
4 quick tips on how to focus on being present and civil when you find yourself getting irritated. From AllOne Health
Ten Ways to Have a Better Conversation
TED Talk from public radio reporter and host, Celeste Headlee. Headlee provides 10 tips on how to improve conversations.
Off-site (or online) Seminars and Trainings
Note: There may be fees associated with some of these opportunities.
Coursea Free
This resource offers courses to support both professional development and personal enrichment. Covering topics from Generative AI to Stanford's Introduction to Food and Health, along with the Science of Well-Being, Introduction to Project Management, and more.
Pryor Learning
With training offered both online and in person, this organization provides learning on topics ranging from Microsoft Excel Basics to Developing Emotional Intelligence, Overcoming Negativity, Using Gender Inclusive Language, and more.
LinkedIn Learning
This website offers a variety of online training classes on topics from managing people, effective listening, time management for working from home, and more. Some courses are free while others do charge a fee (typically a monthly fee to access content, but some do offer a fee per course.