Road Trip to Success - Staff Training for Technical and Community

2011 STTACC Conference
Destination Learning:
Road Trip to Success
August 11-12, 2011
Green River Community College
Conference Agenda
Thursday, August 11 - Day 1
Location
8:00 a.m.
Check-in Breakfast
LC
9:00 a.m.
Green River Welcome
LC
9:15 a.m.
Keynote: Planning for Success
Helen Thayer
LC
11:00 a.m.
Rest Stop (Break)
11:15 a.m.
Business Meeting (non-voting)
LC
11:30 a.m.
Regional Meetings
LC
12:00 p.m.
Lunch Break
LC
12:30 p.m.
Campus Tour (Optional)
Kennelly Commons
1:00 p.m.
Workshop Session 1
SH
2:30 p.m.
Rest Stop (Break)
2:45 p.m.
Workshop Session 2
4:15 p.m.
Campus Tour (Optional)
4:15 p.m.
Social Hour
SH - 3rd Floor Sun Deck
Enjoy fun drinks and snacks while enjoying
fun trivia and a game of Minute to Win it!
6:00 p.m.
Awards Banquet
Featuring Greg Bennick
SH
Kennelly Commons
LC
Friday, August 12 - Day 2
8:00 a.m.
Check-in Breakfast
LC
8:30 a.m.
Business Meeting (Voting)
LC
9:15 a.m.
Workshop Session 3
SH
10:45 a.m.
Rest Stop (Break)
11:00 a.m.
Networking Session
12:00 p.m.
Lunch Break
12:45 p.m.
Workshop Session 4
2:15 p.m.
Rest Stop (Break)
2:30 p.m.
Closing Remarks
SH
SH 101
SH & TC
SH 101
Helen Thayer
Morning Keynote
Thursday, August 11th at 9:15 a.m.
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Honored by the White House, recognized by National Geographic and National Public Radio as one of the Great Explorers of the Twentieth Century, and the recipient of the prestigious Vancouver Award by the Explorers
Club are just a few of the many awards of achievement and recognition Helen
has received throughout her incredible career as an explorer, best selling author, business
woman, athlete, and motivational speaker.
At 50 years old she was the first woman to travel alone to the magnetic North Pole
The first woman to walk 4,000 miles across the Sahara Desert
At 63 years old she was the first to walk across the 1,600-mile Mongolian Gobi Desert
The first non- Indian to Kayak 1,200 miles of a remote area of the Amazon
In a unique study she lived with wild wolves for one year above the Arctic Circle
These firsts are all without guides or outside help. In addition she has climbed many of the world’s
highest mountains, represented three countries in international track and field, and was the USA
national luge champion.
Helen is the author of Three Among the Wolves, Trekking the Mongolian Gobi Desert, and best
selling Polar Dream.
She has appeared on Good Morning America, The Today
Show, and in National Geographic and Readers Digest to
name just a few of her national media appearances.
Her speaking appearances have included an audience of
2,500 at the Seattle Benaroya Hall for National Geographic in
addition to engagements for corporations, conventions, non
profit groups, educational establishments, and governments
including the Kremlin.
The purpose of Helen’s exploration is to create educational programs for Adventure Classroom
in which she takes the four corners of the world into schools nationwide to motivate students to
set goals, plan for success and to be persistent. All of Helen’s speaking fees support Adventure
Classroom.
Helen’s clients describe her speaking style as electrifying, dynamic, enthusiastic, yet warmly humble and down to earth as she easily relates to audiences of all ages both men and women.
She addresses: goal setting, planning for success, problem solving, leadership, live life
without limits, reach for the sky and make your dreams come true.
Helen’s inspiration is caught up by her audiences, keeping them on the edge of their seats. She
inspires people of all ages to look to higher levels of achievement, a total commitment to success,
an absolute belief that their goals will be reached whether it is in private life, business or exploration. Her audiences feel a renewed energy and an electrifying enthusiasm. After hearing Helen
speak, they know they can each for the top and succeed.
Greg Bennick
Award Banquet Keynote
Thursday, August 11th at 7:00 p.m.
We are excited to have GREG BENNICK (www.gregbennick.com) as our
banquet keynote entertainer! Greg travels worldwide delivering laughs and
ideas.
And he's good! He won both the Humorous and International Speech Contests
in the Seattle area in 2010 and 2011 through Toastmasters International.
Greg Bennick¹s Get Involved! presentations blend laugh-out-loud moments,
incredible juggling, fun audience participation, and a powerful message about
communication and connection. What better person to talk about new
perspectives on getting involved and on transformation than a juggler, someone
who deals with constant motion and change? Greg's clients include community
colleges, Fortune 1000 companies, various associations, universities, and other
organizations worldwide. With over 20 years of professional entertainment and
speaking experience, Greg Bennick is a guaranteed sure-fire hit with groups of
all sizes and backgrounds. When you want to engage your entire group in a fun
and unforgettable experience look no further. His website has information
about bringing him to your school.
Greg is the perfect fit for meeting planners who want to entertain and empower
their people. Nobody wants to be talked at and so Greg LISTENS to your
audience, delighting them with his clean humor, and creating a feeling of positive transformation for everyone.
Networking Ave
Networking can lead to exciting opportunities. This set of workshops will help enhance your
networking skills.
Session 1 (Day 1 - 1:00 p.m.) ...................................................... SH 355
How to Develop Win-Win Relationships by Effective Networking
Jaime Simmons, Green River Community College
Networking has always been an essential tool for success in business. Today more
than ever, 'Effective Networking' is key for growth in all areas of our business and
personal lives. Some people are 'natural networkers' while others have to work hard at
it. But anyone can be an 'Effective Networker’, creating win-win relationships, by
learning a few simple and easy to implement skills that lead to success in our business
and personal lives.
Session 2 (Day 1 - 2:45 p.m.) ...................................................... SH 257
The Art of Making a Great First Impression
Lisa Voso, The Voso Impact
In the few seconds it takes for you to walk up to someone or walk into a room,
irreversible judgments are made about you before you ever say a word. The signals
you send out are being read and reacted to long before you say or do anything of
substance. What signals are you sending? Are they impacting your business and
relationships? This class will breakdown what happens in those first crucial seconds,
how to execute them confidently, and then what to do when the door is opened for a
longer, more meaningful time.
Session 3 (Day 2 - 9:15 a.m.) ...................................................... SH 257
Face it! Everyone is on Facebook
Kathy Arndt, Green River Community College
Make connections from the past as well as new friends! Facebook is the world’s
largest social network that allows you to safely connect with family, friends and groups
sharing messages, photos, videos, and links online. Learn how to create an account,
use privacy settings and applications, socialize with others, and manage the photos
you choose to share.
Session 4 (Day 2 - 12:45 p.m.) .................................................... TC 206
Get LinkedIn or Get Left Behind
Josh Staffieri, Green River Community College
LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network with over 100 million members and
growing rapidly. LinkedIn connects you to your trusted contacts and helps you exchange knowledge, ideas, and opportunities with a broader network of professionals.
Learn how LinkedIn can help you. Whether you’re looking for a career opportunity,
winning new clients or building your professional reputation, LinkedIn connects you to
jobs, sales leads and ideal business partners. With a powerful search engine, company research tools and a jobs board that shows who you know at listed companies,
LinkedIn is the place to turn for new opportunities.
LEADERSHIP DR
This set of workshops are geared to improve an individuals leadership skills. You do
not need to be a supervisor to benefit from these workshops.
Session 1 (Day 1 - 1:00 p.m.) ...................................................... SH 257
Communicating Between Generations
Lisa Voso, The Voso Impact
Being aware of generational differences can help you anticipate miscommunications
and tailor your message for maximum effect—whether you’re applying for a job, pitching a new idea to your boss or leading a team. Take home practical tips from someone
who has successfully coached hundreds of people to communicate effectively across
generational gaps.
Session 2 (Day 1 - 2:45 p.m.) ...................................................... SH 258
How to get to YES: Leadership & Team Building Skills for
the Dynamic Leader in You!
Jaime Simmons, Green River Community College
It takes a specific set of skills to gain cooperation and create break-through, high performing teams. Managing and leading such a team is an art. This dynamic, interactive,
and content loaded session will teach specific strategies and techniques for being an
extraordinary leader. You will learn how to connect with and motivate your team, how
to coach for outstanding results, how to manage a diverse group of people in ways that
work for them, how to build trust and reward excellence, how to help your team clarify
their goals and much, much more.
Session 3 (Day 2 - 9:15 a.m.) ...................................................... SH 258
Finding Your Leadership Style
Sara Johnson, Executive Dynamics
What is your leadership style? This is an important question because how you lead
people affects the success of the task or project at hand. Leadership is not just utilized
in the workplace, but also valuable in the community. This 90 minute workshop will
help you to understand your leadership style in two different areas: Managerial or
Situational Leadership Style and Motivational or Interpersonal Leadership Style.
Session 4 (Day 2 - 12:45 p.m.) .................................................... SH 258
Motivational CPR TM
Sara Johnson, Executive Dynamics
Have you ever dealt with the “Motivationally Challenged”? Have you ever wondered
just what motivates people? Have you ever struggled with giving effective feedback?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then come to this 90 minute workshop
and learn the secrets of Motivational CPR™ and the three things that motivate people
at work, at home, and in life.
Looking for a healthier and happier lifestyle? The Health &
Wellness Route offers a set of workshops geared towards
creating a healthier lifestyle.
Session 1 (Day 1 - 1:00 p.m.) ...................................................... SH 258
Dealing with Difficult People
Sara Johnson, Executive Dynamics
Have you ever had to “deal” with a difficult person? They are a challenge in our everyday and working lives. This 90 minute workshop will help you to identify what makes
people difficult, learn skills to successfully deal, and cope with a difficult person, and
evaluate how conflict impacts how we deal with difficult people.
Session 2 (Day 1 - 2:45 p.m.) ...................................................... SH 355
Financial Yoga: Stretching Your Hard Earned Dollars
Jill Warneke, School Employee Credit Union
In today’s tough economic climate, having the skills to stretch a paycheck is more important than ever. Reduce your financial stress by learning key tips to becoming a
more effective money manager.
Session 3 (Day 2 - 9:15 a.m.) ...................................................... SH 355
Looking towards the Road Ahead with Retirement
Bob Redfield, Department of Retirement
Are you planning to retire before January 1, 2050? Are you concerned about retirement income? If you answered yes, to either of these questions, join us to learn more
about the State of Washington Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
Session 4 (Day 2 - 12:45 p.m.) .................................................... SH 355
Road Hazards Ahead: Be Prepared for an Office Disaster!
Fred Creek, Green River Community College
The program will cover what to do if; there was a shooter in your work place, a natural
disaster or a disorderly customer/visitor. We will discuss how you can be prepared to
survive. Discussion of available resources and what is expected of you from
Emergency Managers and First Responders will also be covered.
TECHNOLOGY
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This set of workshops are geared to improve an
individuals technology skills.
Session 1 (Day 1 - 1:00 p.m.) ........................................................ SH 150
Navigating through Google Docs: Forms
Timothy Anderson & Sarah Postel, Green River Community College
This workshop will explore the world of the Google Docs Forms. Attendees will learn
how to create basic forms for a variety of uses including: surveys, electronic clipboards,
online registrations, evaluations, and more. Best of all, Google Docs is FREE!
Session 2 (Day 1 - 2:45 p.m.) ........................................................ SH 150
Having a Positive Outlook with Email
Michelle McElvain, Bates Technical College
Participants in this workshop will learn how to create and manage tasks; how to create
and maintain appointments, meeting requests and calendars—and how to share them
with others. Obtain a better understanding of what different calendar views can do and
how they can help you manage your schedule.
Session 3 (Day 2 - 9:15 a.m.) ........................................................ SH 150
Forms, Forms and More Forms with Word
Mark Holm, Grays Harbor College
In this workshop, you will learn how to create fill-in forms from Word documents. The
workshop will cover: adding text areas, creating check boxes, drop down selection fields,
adding actions and methods, and creating neat and aligned form areas. This workshop
will be using Microsoft Office 2007.
Session 4 (Day 2 - 12:45 p.m.) ...................................................... SH 150
The Billboard that Impresses with Prezi!
Lindsey Morris, Green River Community College
PowerPoints are SO 1990s. Create astonishing presentations live and on the web with
the program that HarvardBusinessReview.org calls “Insanely Great”: Prezi. Allowing
users to create dynamic, non-linear presentations, Internet-based Prezi is a free program that is the next great thing sure to keep your audience engaged. Topics include:
adding content, customizing colors and text, creating paths, and converting your old,
boring PowerPoint into a stunning Prezi.