Supporting Teams, Strengthening Leaders Workshop Series
This series of workshops is designed to enhance leadership skills by focusing on essential workplace topics and addressing common employee issues. Participants will learn practical techniques for dealing with different types of situations and how to promote a more positive work environment. Workshops are live, instructor-led webinars that combine led discussions, interactive exercises, and practical strategies, aimed at those in leadership roles.
Workshops are held on the 2nd Thursday of each month, from September 2025 through May 2026 (excluding December, January, and April), from 11 am to 12 pm AKST, with an additional workshop on Thursday, October 2nd.
Workshop Series Topics & Schedule:
Thursday, September 11th, 2025 (Recording available to watch on demand)
Addressing Employee Performance Issues in a Supportive Way
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Managing the Emotions Surrounding Layoff Conversations
Tuesday, October 9th, 2025
Managing Staff Through Stressful Situations
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Preventing Employee Burnout
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Psychological Pressures Of Middle Management
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Self-Care Tips for Managers
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Mental Health Awareness for Leaders
Love this series and want more? Check out these on-demand webinars, available anytime:
Leading with Authenticity
Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace
Managing Remote (or Hybrid) Employees
Questions? Contact UA HR at (907) 450-8200 or ua-hrtraining@alaska.edu
Published UA News 9/19/2025