Presentations
Presentations for the 2017 Annual SMART Staff Retreat
Sessions 1A (9:30-10:30 A.M.) and 2A (1:30-2:30 P.M.)
Managing Conflict in Relationships  Presented by Cassandra Gray Conflict on the job is a universal phenomenon and, if left unchecked, can have a destructive effect on productivity, teamwork and morale. More importantly, the manner in which conflict is addressed significantly influences whether the outcome is a constructive resolution or a continuing dispute. Dispelling the fear and discomfort people often feel when observing or being part of a conflict, this workshop focuses on ways to turn conflict into productive energy and navigate conflict effectively.
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Presented by David Aylor For over two decades Microsoft Outlook has been adopted by the professional world as the primary email client yet much of the world underutilizes the software. It is not simply an email client but a powerful information manager. Understanding how to navigate the software efficiently and how to appropriately organize your information is crucial to productivity. Attendees of this session will learn how to work faster, use modern email etiquette, learn calendar tips and tricks, organize information according to standards, and gain a foundational knowledge of the universities client-server relationship and how that relationship should influence their Outlook workflow. |
Presented by Rodney Brannon This training gives attendees concrete techniques for dealing with difficult people by providing specific strategies to influence others toward a positive result. Participants explore how their own responses help or hinder the situation and will walk away with several applicable tactics that will make a difference in their work and personal lives. |
Presented by Patricia Benson Integrate movement in your work day without ever leaving your desk! In this interactive, energizing session, you will be guided through a series of activities that can be easily replicated in your work space. Helpful techniques and environment triggers to ‘move more’ will be discussed. Participants will walk away with supporting materials and resources to support their wellbeing journey. |
Presented by Harry Pickens Learn practical, reuroscience-based techniques for reducing and dissolving toxic stress, boosting positive emotions and resilience, and moving through your workday with greater ease and joy. Come prepared to relax, laugh and learn while you discover simple tools you can apply immediately to help yourself and your clients, patients, and colleagues feel better. |
Presented by Derek Nelson Stress. Anxiety, Overwhelming expectations. These have become familiar parts of all too many of our daily lives. The human brain hasn't evolved in 3,000 years and isn't equipped to deal with the pace and pressure of modern life. That's where mindfulness trainingcomes in: Whil's digital mindfulness training platform offers you 1,250 sessions and over 200 programs based in neuroscience and positive psychology to help you reduce stress, increase resilience and live a happy and healthy life. Join this session to learn how Whil can help you thrive in the age of stress and disruption. |
Making Full Use of Microsoft Outlook Tools
Sessions 1B (10:45-11:45 A.M.) and 2B (2:45-3:45 P.M.)
Presented by Kent Gardner In this presentation, we will explore getting the most out of Google and other searches to find answers to your day to day questions, and how to use these tools to learn how to do virtually anything. |
Presented by Cassandra Gray Today, messages come at us in so many different formats that it is no wonder there are communication breakdowns and roadblocks in the workplace. The ability to communicate in a professional manner can further employees' careers and relationships in their personal lives. Attendees of this workshop learn how to communicate effectively with management and peers in a way that opens up new dialogues and pathways for human connection.
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Presented by Aesha Uqdah Life changes are a normal part of life, but it can be challenging to manage the stress that can come with them without knowledge of healthy ways to cope. This presentation will include information about the definition of “stress,” how stressful events and life changes can impact our overall well-being, and examples of adaptive and maladaptive coping strategies. Discussion of useful strategies will include self-care, examining and changing the way we think about life changes, knowing how and when to reach out for help, and meditation/mindfulness.
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Presented by Sam Cotton As our population ages we are finding that either you have been a caregiver, are currently a caregiver, will be a caregiver or will need a caregiver to care for you. Caregiving is quickly becoming the new normal, especially when it applies to our aging parents. This presentation will explore the issues related to caring for an aging parent. We will discuss how to begin the “caring” conversation with your parents, what to listen for when talking to aging parents, long distance caregiving, parent-child role reversal, handling decision-making, sibling caregiving issues, legal issues and caregiver self-care. Participants will learn that caring for an aging parent can be a source of deep satisfaction for both the caregiver and parent and many times heal past wounds. |
Presented by Vanessa Hurst Our experiences are somatic. Every thought, every emotion, every word, every action are echoed by sensations in our physical body. Body Scanning provides the tools for us to recognize our reactions and identify ways to mitigate the impact of triggers while increasing our ability to respond mindfully. Through a mindful somatic reading, we gain a greater understanding of what is occurring in the intangible parts of our self: mind, spirit, and heart [emotion]. Participants learn and practice the three step process of Body Scanning: anchor, listen, respond.
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Presented by Larry Wasser Join Dr. Larry Wasser for a lighthearted discussion about the challenges presented to parents by the emerging autonomy of their toddler. This discussion will include issues with feeding, sleeping, toilet training and discipline will be discussed. |
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