There's always something new happening in Talent Development, keep up to date with what's new in TD here! This page will be continuously updated throught the year.
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| DATE | TIME | TITLE | Description: |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Jun | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Consejos Para Entrevistas (TD2635) | Las entrevistas son simplemente una conversación entre usted y el gerente de contratación. Pero cuando esa conversación podría marcar la diferencia entre recibir una oferta de trabajo o no, los nervios pueden dificultar que usted dé lo mejor de sí. |
| 2 Jun | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | AACP Ready, Set, Go! (TD2277) | This course provides an overview of the AACP and gives you information on how to get the most out of your AACP experience. We encourage you to take this workshop at the beginning of your participation in the program. Bring your signed Notice of Intent to Participate form and let's get started! |
| 4 Jun | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Our Iceberg is Melting (TD1828) | Join us as we discuss this simple fable about doing well when faced with many obstacles and how you can manage change in ways that encourage people to adapt more quickly. |
| 10 Jun | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Social Media in the Workplace (TD2083) | Social media is everywhere - including in our workplace. While social media can serve useful business purposes, it can also open the door to hackers, circulate rumors and abusive comments, create public relations nightmares, and be a real drag on productivity. Technology can't be avoided and few of us could get our jobs done without it. Come to this workshop to learn ways to use social media wisely in the workplace. |
| 11 Jun | 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Difficult Conversations (TD1185) | This session focuses on the "nuts and bolts" of handling conflict effectively. You will learn to have the right perspective on conflict, ask the right questions and use the right words so that conflict becomes a productive part of building relationships, rather than something to be avoided. |
| 16 Jun | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Advanced AACP Connect: Everyday Gap Analysis (TD2147) | In this session of Advanced AACP Connect, participants will learn the basics of conducting a gap analysis to identify gaps related to services, processes or products in the workplace. The goal of this session is to help participants better identify departmental performance gaps and effectively recommend solutions. |
| 17 Jun | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | How to Make a Mistake Make a Difference (TD2454) | How to make a mistake and live to tell about it. The art of embracing our mistakes by turning them into learning opportunities, not allowing them to rob our energy and immobilize us in fear and defeat. Implementing pro-active steps and practices such as note taking, research tips, asking questions, networking, and self-talk 'What do I need to do to make sure this doesn't happen again?' |
| 17 Jun | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Why Should I Know FOIA? (TD2656) | This training session will provide you with a foundational understanding of FOIA's purpose, procedures, and your responsibilities under the Act. Designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate FOIA requests confidently and effectively, this training is an opportunity you don't want to miss. Enhance your understanding and ensure compliance with FOIA regulations. |
| 24 Jun | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Lead Like a Coach (TD2394) | Whether you lead a small or large work team, coaching the individuals involved to meet and exceed expectations will be your perpetual leadership challenge. If you are looking for ways to expand your skills to foster a higher level of performance on the individual and team level, this session is designed for you. Content draws upon leadership lessons of Patrick Lencioni and coaching philosophies. |
| 25 Jun | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | When the Customer ISN'T Right (TD1065) | In this workshop, we will study those challenging situations and more, and we’ll create strategies for serving our customers effectively, whether they’re “right” or not. |
| 25 Jun | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | The Curious Communicator (TD2696) | In this empowering, practice-based workshop, you’ll learn how to use curiosity as a tool to speak up, even if you're not confident (yet). Through gentle, guided activities, you’ll explore ways to ask questions that build clarity, express needs, and invite connection without confrontation. You'll also learn how posture, tone, and body awareness influence how you're heard. |
| 8 Jul | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Sticking Points: Generational Differences (TD2433) | In this workshop, based on the book Sticking Points by Hayden Shaw, we will discuss what the generations have in common, and the ways in which they differ, when it comes to communication, decision-making, respect, and more. |
| 8 Jul | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | JMU Safety Champion Series (TD8700) | As a "Safety Champion" you will gain a new perspective on safety and ways to respond appropriately to any emergency situation you may encounter at work and/or at home. This six-month long series will be capped at 15 participants. Each participant who attends all six 3-hour workshops, will receive a certificate of completion. |
| 9 Jul | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Telecom (TD2609) | This workshop will cover telephone access, cable services, voice mail options, campus link functionalities and much more. Policies, procedures and best practices will be covered in the workshop as well. You will learn what to do, when to do it, and how to do it by participating. |
| 9 Jul | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM | Succession Planning 101 (TD2438) | In a competitive labor market like the one we are experiencing today, succession planning is no longer a “nice to have”. On the contrary, preparing for the exit of your key personnel is a non-negotiable. Not only will the process support an effective transition between incumbents, but it will also empower your current employees to grow their skills and talents as they prepare for their professional futures. |
| 14 Jul | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Effective Meetings (TD2559) | The Meeting Canoe offers a way to design meetings as productive work events that move the mission of the organization forward, while also attending to the needs of the participants. |
| 14 Jul | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | DiSC (TD1086) | DiSC is a behavioral assessment tool that allows us to identify "how we act." Since behavior is a critical part of the success of our teams, recognizing our own behavioral styles as well as the style of those around us can prove to be extremely beneficial. Participants will complete an individual assessment and then learn about the four behavioral styles. |
| 15 Jul | 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Entendiendo el sistema financiero en los EE.UU. (TD2688) | Mudarse a un nuevo país puede ser una mezcla de emociones: felicidad y emoción, pero también confusión y algo de nerviosismo. Adaptarse a nuevos sistemas puede ser difícil por sí solo, así que acompáñenos para obtener alguno consejos sobre cómo aprender y desenvolverse en el sistema financiero estadounidense. |
| 22 Jul | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Solving the Great Workplace Mystery (TD1008) | People who are most successful at work aren't the most talented, they're the ones who understand what business they're in and who all those people are that we call bosses, co-workers and students. In this fast-paced session, you'll learn a new perspective on customer service and how it can energize the way you feel about work. |
| 23 Jul | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Procurement Overview: The ABC's of Purchasing at JMU (TD1104) | This course is designed to give a foundation of knowledge to employees who have responsibilities relating to the purchase of goods and services for the university. Topics that will be covered include: finding the right product at the right price, ethics in purchasing, sources of goods, receipt of goods, and preparation for payment. Attendees will also be given an overview of the laws that must be followed when purchasing on behalf of the university. |
| 28 Jul | 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM | DiSC Dimensiones (TD2690) | DiSC es una herramienta de evaluación del comportamiento que nos permite identificar cómo actuamos. Dado que el comportamiento es fundamental para el éxito de nuestros equipos, reconocer nuestros propios estilos de comportamiento, así como el de quienes nos rodean, puede resultar sumamente beneficioso. Los participantes completarán una evaluación individual y aprenderán sobre los cuatro estilos de comportamiento |
| 30 Jul | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Event Planning at JMU: Everyone Can Benefit (TD1006) | Outstanding occasions don’t just happen… they are created by planning ahead! Need help in planning your event? If so, join the JMU Event Management Team members as they guide you through the process of putting together the perfect event. Important resources and helpful hints will be shared with participants! Don’t panic, plan! Attendees will also gain access to the Event Management System online scheduling software and be given a brief tutorial on how to request space. |
3rd Annual Administrative Professionals Conference
Registration opens June 29, 2026
Registration includes access to full day event, and meals.
JMU Administrative Professionals: $0, Free Admission
Non JMU Administrative Professionals: $199
For up to date information visit the Administrative Professionals Conference webpage
Bring a guest to select TD Workshops
We are excited to announce that JMU staff can now bring one non-JMU employee to select Talent Development Workshops. Contact Ashlyn Holz for registration.
How it works:
- Chose a workshop from the list below
- Register your guest by contacting Ashlyn Holz (CC them in the emails please)
- Ashlyn will get them enrolled and coordinate parking
- If applicable, process any fees associated with the workshop
Workshops Offered:
- Anxiety Toolbox (TD2450) - Tue, 24 Mar 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- CliftonStrengths (TD1695)** - Wed, 28 Apr 2026 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Working Genius: Unlock Your Genius for Success (TD2651)** - Tue, 18 Aug 2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Introduction to Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) (TD1242)** - Tue, 13 Oct 2026 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- safeTALK: Suicide Prevention (TD5004) - Wed, 4 Nov 2026 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
**There is a cost associated with this workshop.
Please Note: Eligibility is one non-JMU guest per JMU staff member. Space is limited and seats are first come first served.
Questions? Email Ashlyn Holz or contact Talent Development
Ashlyn Holz - holzal@jmu.edu | 540-568-3845
Talent Development - td@jmu.edu | 540-568-4104
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