Crucial Relationships for a Collaborative Climate – For faculty and Chairs Presentation or training

The faculty program takes different forms and titles depending on the client’s desired outcomes. Universities have wanted a more collaborative and inclusive culture, improved faculty-staff relationships or employee engagement, development of aspiring faculty leaders, or orientation for new Chairs. Whatever the case, creating the best is education, research and organizational effectives is a team effort. Faculty members appreciate the discussions across departments, new perspective on academic culture and staff concerns, and opportunities to plan and problem solve together.
As a participant, you will: (this is only a sample)

  • Examine and discuss work relationships in your department and university .
  • Explore how the university structure and culture present opportunities and challenges for collaboration.
  • Describe how differences in faculty, administration and staff mindsets, priorities, roles, work styles, and reward systems can sometimes put them at cross purposes.
  • Discuss how you can move forward to create a more respectful, collaborative climate at your university .

Crucial Relationships for a Collaborative Climate has been customized for:

  • Research universities, Teaching universities, Private colleges.
Susan, tell me more . . .
“Because of her history of work with the University, Susan understands the dynamics of interrelationships with the campus community. She is intuitive about people and quickly establishes rapport, and she enjoys a good reputation with managers and employees alike. You will find working with her easy, beneficial and rewarding.” Mary Roberts, Business Information and Technology Services, UCSF
  • “You nailed the behavior patterns very well. I like the way you get the point across that faculty are different and a different approach is needed.”
  • “Dr. Christy was amazing: dynamic, engaging, lots of good useable information.”
  • “Personal experience shared was great. Thank you, Dr. Christy, for keeping it “real”
  • “Your research and preparation made for a good presentation.”
  • “Communicate with Faculty” section was great.”
  • “This should be required for every new employee.”
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