Course Description
Each of us brings a unique blend of experiences, identities, and values to the workplace-and they shape how we see the world, interact with others, and how we participate and contribute to our teams. In this course, you’ll have the opportunity to reflect on your own experiences, identities and values and consider how they influence workplace interactions, culture, and perceptions. You will also explore how these factors can shape our assumptions and perspectives. Finally, you’ll be introduced to a practical tool designed to check for and navigate assumptions effectively.
Why should you attend?
- Explore your individual experiences, identities, and values.
- Build awareness of how identities, experiences and values shape perceptions and workplace dynamics.
- Learn how to check for assumptions.
Audience
UW–Madison Faculty and Staff
Cost
Free
Contact
Tamie Klumpyan, Learning and Talent Development, Office of Human Resources
Topics
Engagement, Inclusion, Diversity
Team Development
Program
This course is part of the Thrive@UW program.
What participants are saying
“I found this workshop very useful and relevant for working at our institution. I was able to focus on my own identities and do some self-reflection as well as interact with others to hear about their experiences. We were able to focus on making assumptions, pausing to understand how we perceive someone’s actions/behavior, consider the ladder of inference and rethinking our initial assumptions. The information and activities are thoughtful and engaging during this workshop whether you’ve just started your career or have been here for 15+ years.”
Pamela, University Housing