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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.

This article provides information on developing a strong relationship with your supervisor and why it matters. From UCMerced

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

Hosted by , this podcast is designed to help leaders support their teams through change and to build human-centered teams.

In this podcast, interviews a wide range of people to explore ways to achieve a better work life.

leverages curiosity in this podcast designed to help people flourish at work.

4 quick tips on how to focus on being present and civil when you find yourself getting irritated. From AllOne Health

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.

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.

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.

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.

Balance, health, and wellness - feeling well both mentally and physically is important for work and home.

This blog shares the benefits of self-care and how organizations can do more to encourage it. From WebMD

These (approximately) hour long videos discuss topics related to health and nutrition (from lowering cholesterol to the benefits of herbs, inflammation in the body, nutrition for menopause, and more).

Dr. Mary Clare Haver is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist and a certified menopause practitioner. This website offers health, dietary, and nutrition information to support menopausal needs. (Products and services are for sale - the university does not endorse them, rather we provide this information for people to research and make informed decisions about what they need).

Strength training is part of overall fitness and just two or three 20-minute sessions a week can make a positive impact. This quick read provides an overview of what it is and why it's important. From the Mayo Clinic

Resources to support mental health awareness, leadership strategies, and work-life balance. Compliments of Canada Life

A less-than-5-minute read with tips for incorporating movement into your work day. From the American Heart Association

Learn more about the various ways to meal prep (batch cooking and freezing vs. make-ahead and/or individually portioned meals), read tips and tricks for making it happen. From Healthline

Taking a mindful moment break can reduce stress, help regain focus, and offer a mini reset. From happiness.com

This how-to guide offers tips for ensuring an ergonomically sound work space. From the Mayo Clinic. from Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers Inc

Whether seasoned or emerging leaders, supervisors with years of experience or those who aspire to take on supervision, Puget Sound recognizes that important role those in leadership and supervisory roles play.

This article discusses the importance of humility in leadership, especially as a contrast to more historical ideas of what leadership is (dominance, assertiveness, etc.) From Forbes

Brought to you by Brene Brown, this podcast offers conversations with innovative, creative leaders.

This 75-minute pre-recorded webinar is offered by CUPA-HR (College and University Professional Association for Human Resources) and provides information about common challenges in supervision along with tips for moving past them.

This article discusses 6 key skills that middle managers need to overcome challenges associated with leading form the middle. From Center for Creative Leadership

Designed to support people who transition from peer to supervisor and/or are in a position of supervision for the first time. This resource offered by Pryor Learning does have a fee associated with it.

TED Talk from Stanford Graduate School of Business instructors about the power of humor.