Dear colleagues,

2021 brings the hope and promise of the end of the pandemic, but not a return to business as usual. In the short term, we have the challenge of keeping people safe and thriving in the midst of continued disruption and uncertainty. Longer term, we will have to adapt to the lasting impact of this year on our work and society.

Now more than ever, managers need the adaptability, endurance and tools to support and motivate their teams. Rising Professionals provides a learning and practice space for higher ed managers to gain:

• an enhanced connection to the mission, vision and values of academia 
• an understanding of the manager's role in supporting diversity, equity, inclusion and access goals and practices
• the ability to coach and mentor direct reports
• delegation and feedback skills to empower and build the performance of staff
• practical and effective approaches to difficult conversations
• the ability to negotiate conflicts to reach constructive outcomes
• strategies for managing and supporting staff through change
• realistic and sustainable goals for work-life balance
• practices to support stress management, mindful presence and self-care
• a supportive professional network

"The most impactful thing for me was the content of the work we covered. So many of the items we read and discussed were not only thought provoking but practical and useful immediately."
Susan Leighton, Director Academic Programs, Villanova University

"The Rising Professional program was amazing, considering we went through it right when the Covid-19 pandemic hit...What a great benefit to have at a very difficult time. I grew a lot during the program."
John Bigus, Manager, Berklee PULSE Music Method, Berklee College of Music

Click here for dates, cost and registration.

Wishing you well,
Francine and Kande
Crystal Clear Consulting