Using the casting and rehearsal of a production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet as a backdrop, this program focuses on the skills needed to navigate the legal and behavioral challenges managers can face. After viewing participants should understand: Appropriate & effective hiring practices; EEO compliance issues; How to handle workplace harassment; Respectful termination procedures; Performance management fundamentals.
Grade levels: Adult
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To Lead or Not to Lead
This program developed for organizational leaders is divided into major concept themes, and each of the segments is tied together by an animated folktale. With this video, a distinguished collection of practitioners and researchers – leaders on change – join in conversation with CEO’s, managers, line workers and consultants. They share their vision of how we can most benefit from the turbulent process we find ourselves in.
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Gender and Sexual Orientation Workplace Issues
Begins by dispelling many of the popular stereotypes about men and women, gays and lesbians. We discuss what is acceptable workplace behavior and the fears and concerns that challenge mutual respect and lead to conflict.
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Dialogue among Generations
Demonstrates how the skills of dialogue can be used to bridge the personal and professional style differences that exist between employees of different ages. We uncover how divergent personal and world views common to people of different generations can lead to misunderstandings and distrust and how dialogue can help overcome age barriers and build more productive workplace relationships.
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On the Threshold of Change
This program is the overview module. We explore the definition of diversity and how it can impact our work lives. We examine the changing workforce and the issues these changes raise as a process – not a problem. Conflict is viewed as an element in this process and we consider the communication skills we need to productively navigate these changes.
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Preventing and Managing Back Pain
Chances are, at least half of the people in your workplace suffered from back pain last year– whether they performed heavy physical labor or worked at a desk. Backaches affect workers at all levels, in all occupations–men and women equally. But while nearly 80 percent of us will experience some type of back problem during our lifetime, something can be done. In this video, you will learn specific techniques that will alleviate or even prevent back pain with the investment of just a few minutes per day. Includes one free 38-page study guide and extra study guides are available for purchase.
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Preventing and Managing Computer Related Injuries
In the short time that personal computers have revolutionized how we work, office-related discomfort and injuries have skyrocketed. We do things differently than we used to–we’re sedentary in an office or at a desk all day long. We’re often working at a computer, doing the same thing over and over again. In this video, the experts at Stanford pinpoint the causes and explain prevention strategies for computer-related traumas. Following these ergonomic principles will minimize aches and strains and increase productivity. Includes one free 39-page study guide and extra study guides are available for purchase.
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Preventing and Managing Stress
Stress undermines your company’s bottom line, by increasing absenteeism and decreasing productivity. But you can do something about it. In this new Stanford video program, you will learn from experts about the causes of stress and proven ways to lessen its negative impacts. Includes one free 21-page study guide and extra study guides are available for purchase.
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Preventing and Managing Back Pain – Study guide
Our 38-page guide includes illustrations depicting anatomy and the proper position to assume when sitting, standing, lifting, driving, etc. The guidebook is particularly useful in learning the exercises and stretches; every one is described and illustrated in this booklet.
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Preventing and Managing Computer Related Injuries – Study guide
Our 39-page guide is the perfect companion to the video. As with our back health study guide, this guide is particularly useful in learning the exercises and stretches; 19 are described and illustrated in this booklet.