Leadership Blog Series: Recognizing and Managing Stress During Times of Change

Written by Sharri Margraves, HR Associate Director for Organization and Professional Development Based on some of my behavior choices over the past year (e.g., purchasing 50 lbs. of flour — why?), some might say I… Continue Reading… Leadership Blog Series: Recognizing and Managing Stress During Times of Change

Leadership Blog Series: Addressing Unprofessional Behavior

Written by Sharri Margraves, HR Associate Director for Organization and Professional Development Unprofessionalism often masquerades as interpersonal conflict. Left unchecked, this disruptive behavior can destroy relationships, create a toxic environment, reduce productivity and increase errors.… Continue Reading… Leadership Blog Series: Addressing Unprofessional Behavior

February Events Round-Up

Are you looking for activities for you and your family in the upcoming month? There are events (in-person and virtual) on campus and in the Greater Lansing community. Many events require registration, so be sure… Continue Reading… February Events Round-Up

New Year, New Professional Development Courses!

HR’s Organization and Professional Development (OPD) department has spots open in the following courses to support your learning and development in January and February: Maximizing the Spartan Experience | January 17 | VirtualThis engaging training provides… Continue Reading… New Year, New Professional Development Courses!

Work-Related Goals with Resources to Help You Achieve Them

Updated December 2023 For many, the start of a new year brings a desire to set new goals – both professionally and personally. As you think about the past year, try to pinpoint areas you’d… Continue Reading… Work-Related Goals with Resources to Help You Achieve Them

Register Today! Spots Still Available in Professional Development Courses

HR’s Organization and Professional Development (OPD) department has spots open in the following courses to support your learning and development in December and January: Performance Management for Hybrid Teams | December 6 | In-personThis class… Continue Reading… Register Today! Spots Still Available in Professional Development Courses

Performance Excellence Strategic Goal Setting: Tips for Supervisors

With everything you juggle as a supervisor, it’s easy to fall into a rut of viewing the performance management of your team as consisting simply of completing an annual review form and a once-yearly review… Continue Reading… Performance Excellence Strategic Goal Setting: Tips for Supervisors

Take Action Now to Reduce End-of-the-Year Stress

Updated December 2023 Ready or not, December is almost over. When you think about the remainder of the year, how do you feel? If thoughts of work deadlines, family get-togethers, or planning for the holidays… Continue Reading… Take Action Now to Reduce End-of-the-Year Stress