Author: Jenny Grace
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How to speak so that people want to listen
Have you ever felt like you’re talking, but nobody is listening? Here’s Julian Treasure to help. In this useful talk, the sound expert demonstrates the how-to’s of powerful speaking – from some handy vocal exercises to tips on how to speak with empathy. A talk that might help the world sound more beautiful. https://www.ted.com/talks/julian_treasure_how_to_speak_so_that_people_want_to_listen?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare
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eLearning produces a winner!
The winner of the Co-Lab Learning eLearning competition, LearnFest, is Luke Liu from Rotorua Lakes Council (RLC). Congrats Luke! Luke works as a Fleet Coordinator for RLC, after starting as an intern with council in December 2023 in the project management office. Jenny Grace, Co-Lab Learning’s regional manager, presented Luke with the $100 Prezzy Card at Rotorua…
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Waikato District Council launches Co-Lab Learning
The Waikato District Council team have embraced the opportunities for learning and development available to them through Co-Lab Learning. More than 200 staff members attended three information sessions on 10th September, provided by Jenny Grace, Regional Manager of Co-Lab Learning. Jenny said “The interest in all three Co-Lab Learning sessions was really evident by the…
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LearnFest – win a $100 prezzy card!
The 23-27 September is learning and development week. To celebrate, Co-Lab Learning and council are running an eLearning competition, with a $100 prezzy card up for grabs. To be in to win, simply complete two eLearning modules: Managing stress and fatigue Dealing with challenging customers These modules have been selected in support of mental…
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Money Month – free webinars!!
Brought to you by Aon are a series of webinars held over three weeks in August 2024 about financial planning.
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3 secrets of resilient people: Dr Lucy Hone
Everyone experiences loss, but how do you cope with the tough moments that follow? Resilience researcher Lucy Hone shares three hard-won strategies for developing the capacity to brave adversity, overcome struggle and face whatever may come head-on with fortitude and grace.
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NZS 3910: 2023 – Top 10 things to know
A resource produced by MinterEllisonRuddWatts to assist with understanding the key features of the new standard. Please note that this resource DOES NOT constitute legal advice, rather, it should be used to supplement other learning you may do on this topic. Contact us if you’d like to find out about courses that are available. nzs-3910-2023-top-10-things-to-know-902051931-1_1
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Hungry, humble & smart – the ideal team player
Patrick Lencioni thinks it it time to change the way we prepare people for success. Drawing from his book, The Ideal Team Player, Lencioni makes a compelling case that the key to success in an increasingly team-oriented world is being humble, hungry and smart.
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Employment relations resources and learning
Ever wondered about the difference between a permanent and casual employment agreement? Are you looking to recruit staff from overseas? Check out the extensive learning and resources available from Employment NZ for both employees and employers.
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Working in a shared space
This resource was developed by Waikato Regional Council to help staff adjust to working in their new building. If you work in a shared space, you might like to use this as a guide for a discussion with your own team about what will work for you (and what won’t)!
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TCDC staff love Co-Lab Learning!
The Co-Lab Learning team were warmly welcomed to Thames-Coromandel District Council (TCDC) recently to update the staff on what is available to them from Co-Lab Learning. Approximately 60 staff from across the council attended the short session in the beautiful Council Chambers and online, followed by a morning tea. The session was also recorded and…
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Pukapuka rātaka akoranga – Learning journal
Looking for a space to record and reflect on the learning you do at council? Proudly brought to you by the Co-Lab Learning councils, your Pukapuka Rātaka Akoranga Learning Journal is here! Download a copy for your own use either electronically or in printed form, and start to track the learning you do and the…