[LoT:G] Professional Communication Series

Ever wondered what it takes to network?

Not sure how to turn team conflict into constructive power?

Looking to negotiate a job offer or interview?

Powerpoint slides bogging you down?

Hit the ground running after reading week! The Leaders of Tomorrow graduate working group has assembled a team of experts to bring you a series of practical, interactive workshops on effective professional communication. Register at http://lotg.eventbrite.com to attend some or all of these useful sessions and improve your skills. The first workshop is this coming Monday, so secure your spot now!

Networking 101

Building relationships is paramount to success. Join us to learn and practice the secrets of having successful face-to-face interactions and developing productive professional relationships.

• Leader: Doug Reeve: Director, Institute for Leadership Education in Engineering
• Date: Monday February 25th 2013
• Time: 5 - 6:30PM
• Location: GB202

Conflicts 101

Working in teams and groups, conflict is inevitable and we often approach conflict as if it is were negative. This workshop is designed to give participants tools and tips to help you and your team turn conflict and disagreement into an opportunity for understanding and collaborating more effectively.

• Leader: Kristina Minnella Leadership Education Specialist
• Date: Wednesday March 6th 2013
• Time: 6 - 8PM
• Location: GB202

Negotiation 101

Persuasion is at the heart of every negotiation, and mastering the art of negotiation enables us to achieve goals as we envision them. This workshop will equip you with persuasion strategies and provide opportunities to practice your negotiation skills in a variety of scenarios.

• Leader: Dr. Peter Weiss: Director, Engineering Communication Program (ECP)
• Date: Wednesday March 13th 2013
• Time: 6 - 8PM
• Location: GB202

Prezi 101

Forget slides -- Prezi is a new platform for designing visuals. Prezi tranforms the act of presenting into the art of story telling. Join us to learn how to make your next presentation stand out.

No prior knowledge necessary. Prezi is free and available online

• Leader: Samantha Chiu, Prezi Campus Ambassador, UofT
• Date: Wednesday March 20th 2013
• Time: 6 - 9PM
• Location: SF1012

Register now (http://lotg.eventbrite.com) to reserve your spot at these exciting workshops! Light refreshments will be served!

Leaders of Tomorrow: Graduate
http://lot.utoronto.ca/grad