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This newsletter goes to all Team ND managers. Please forward to your team members.
Mentorship Applications Open Through May 31!
Our 5th year of the statewide mentorship program is underway! Whether you want to share your professional experience or you're hoping to learn from someone in a different role or agency, this program is a great way to grow.
Managers: Encourage your team members to participate. Mentorship strengthens development, connection, and leadership across Team ND.
Why Join?
- Support for achieving career goals
- Cross-agency relationships
- New perspectives
- Leadership development at every level
- Stronger sense of belonging
Want to learn more?
Mentorship Overview and Goal-Setting Watch the recorded class from May 1 and find more details on Team ND Connect.
Mentors needed: We need people of every level to serve as mentors. Help us spread the word - and consider applying, yourself!
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Dive into the individual-level drivers of engagement: strengths, recognition, care and development.
In this session you’ll learn:
- How to break down Q03 - Q06 to uncover individual drivers of engagement
- Learn concrete manager practices
- Add fast, repeatable actions that make a real impact to your tool bag
Bring: one recognition or development idea to refine.
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Want less burnout and better teamwork? The Working Genius tool helps teams get more done, plan smarter meetings, and actually enjoy working together.
Learn more about class options on our Team ND Connect Working Genius page.
Intro to 6 Types of Working Genius
This class introduces the model, exploring the connection between joy, energy and productivity.
Tuesday, June 2 • 9 - 11 a.m. • Virtual • Fee $40 • Enroll by May 26 • Class Code 47279
Have a larger team (10 and up)? Contact hrmstraining@nd.gov to check whether a custom session is the right option (a custom session includes both classes: Intro and Part 2 Working with your Team's Geniuses).
Enroll in PeopleSoft.
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Change Management
If your team is navigating new processes, shifting priorities or simply struggling to adapt, you're not alone. Understanding how people experience change and how to support them through it - can make all the difference. Our upcoming workshop gives you tools to help your team stay steady, engaged, and moving in the right direction.
May: Change Management Community of Practice
Need advice on the change you're implementing? Let's talk about your questions and walk through them.
Thursday, May 14 • 3 p.m. Click to Request to Join List
Instructor-Led Class: Change Readiness Workshop
A shorter class designed for beginners and managers who want a clear, practical introduction to change management.
In this interactive 4-hour workshop, you'll learn the basics of leading and supporting change and what's expected of you along the way. You'll practice using easy-to-apply tools and walk out with practical steps you can bring to your team.
Wednesday, June 3 • 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Virtual • Enroll by May 27 • Class Code 47281
Enroll in PeopleSoft.
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Take the CliftonStrengths (StrengthsFinder) online assessment that measures your natural patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving, so you will have a better understanding of your talents. Crack the code and open your awareness of your unique talents.
CliftonStrengths for Managers
Learn how to apply Strengths-based management for teams to build productivity and trust.
Learn how to leverage these resources:
- Your personalized top 10 Manager report.
- A reference book for understanding and coaching strengths.
- A booklet with 15 CliftonStrengths exercises to use with your teams
- A journal to capture your reflections and conversations
Thursday, June 4 • 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. • Enroll by May 28 • Cost $100• Class Code 47513
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Web accessibility means making sure everyone can find and understand online information, including people with disabilities. For state services, accessibility isn’t just important; it’s required.
Check out the Digital Accessibility Basics site for quick tips, templates, and training to help you create content that works for everyone.
Options are now available in PeopleSoft (search "Siteimprove"), and LinkedIn Learning courses are now recommended learning in your "Content."
Start today: Visit the Digital Accessibility Basics page and bookmark the Training site.
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Why does embracing change matter now more than ever?
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We appreciate that you're dedicating time to invest in yourself by participating in these sessions! If you have questions about a class or how to enroll, please contact hrmstraining@nd.gov.
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