At Rutgers University, we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development. The Rutgers Competencies serves as a framework to help employees and supervisors assess, discuss, and enhance the key skills and behaviors needed for success.
Professional Competencies
Leadership Competencies
To support this initiative, Organizational and Talent Development within the Office of Workplace Culture is offering a series of webinars that are backed by evidence-based principles and research to bring the Rutgers Competencies to life. Open to all Non-Aligned staff, these engaging sessions are a valuable opportunity for managers and their teams to enhance their development together.
Upcoming Sessions:
Unlock Your Learning - April 29th
An engaging session designed to reshape the way you approach learning and professional development. How we view learning, along with our motivations for it, significantly impacts how effectively we acquire and apply new knowledge. This session will introduce you to two essential qualities that foster a learning mindset: curiosity and purposefulness.
Why Attend?
In this session you will:
- Recognize how much learning you already engage in and how to optimize it.
- Discover your personal motivations for learning and explore their impact.
- Explore different types of curiosity and learn how to use them to promote continuous learning.
- Harness the power of reflection and feedback to deepen your learning experience.
This session directly aligns with Rutgers’ Professional Acumen competency, which emphasizes continuous learning, adaptability, and the pursuit of knowledge to drive professional excellence. By strengthening your learning mindset, you will enhance your adaptability to innovate, collaborate, and navigate an ever-evolving professional landscape.
📅 Date: April 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00am ET
Recommended Audience: All Non-Aligned Staff
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Fantastic Feedback - June 25th
When done right, feedback can boost performance by 39%—but its effectiveness depends on preparation, delivery, and real-time management. This session aligns with the Total Talent Developer competency, equipping you with the tools to enhance coaching and development conversations.
In this session you will:
- Understand how feedback influences performance
- Discover how delivery style can make or break its impact
- Learn best-practice tactics for preparing and delivering feedback
- Gain strategies to navigate and overcome potential reactions
📅 Date: June 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00am ET
Recommended Audience: All Non-Aligned Staff
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Change Agility - August 11th
Join us for "Change Agility," a session designed to help you build the skills needed to embrace change with confidence and agility. This session aligns with Rutgers’ Agility competency, which emphasizes adaptability, resilience, and the ability to navigate shifting circumstances effectively.
Why Attend?
In this session you will:
- Identify your typical reactions to change and the strategies that have helped you adapt in the past.
- Understand what hinders your agility and how to overcome these obstacles in the moment.
- Explore practical tactics to enhance your ability to remain flexible, resilient, and proactive in times of change.
We look forward to your participation in this insightful and practical session!
📅 Date: August 11, 2025
Recommended Audience: All Non-Aligned Staff
⏰ Time: 10:00am ET
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Better at Work - October 23rd
Join us for "Better at Work," a session designed to equip managers with the tools to support their teams' well-being while driving productivity. This session aligns with Rutgers’ Resilient competency, which emphasizes the importance of adaptability, stress management, and fostering a workplace culture that supports both individual and team success.
Why Attend?
In this session you will:
- Reframe the relationship between well-being and productivity, understanding how they can work in harmony rather than in conflict.
- Uncover common leadership mindsets that may unintentionally hinder both well-being and performance.
- Recognize the signs of hidden well-being challenges within your team and learn targeted strategies to foster a healthier work environment.
📅 Date: October 23, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00am ET
Recommended Audience: Managers
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Give Me Time - December 5th
Traditional time management techniques often fall short because there is never “enough” time—but by shifting our perspective, we can align our focus with what truly matters. This session aligns with the Alignment and Agility competencies, helping you navigate priorities with flexibility and clarity.
Why Attend?
In this session you will:
- Explore a new mindset for getting more out of your time
- Learn how to reframe and refocus your work for greater satisfaction
- Identify your natural time preference and how to work effectively with others
- Discover strategies to prevent yourself from taking on too much
- Understand how slowing down can actually help you achieve more
We look forward to your participation in this insightful and practical session!
📅 Date: December 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00am ET
Recommended Audience: All Non-Aligned Staff
🔗 Register Here