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Client Testimonials:
“The overall presentation was excellent. Most of the time I take away very little, but all was useful.”
- Seeking a Balance
“I liked the personal organization inventory, the points on what causes us to be disorganized, and the steps for improvement.”
- Getting organized
“Rita was articulate in her explanation of the subject matter, and very personable.”
- Seeking a balance
“The examples of techniques were numerous and varied.”
- Assertiveness
“I enjoyed having the opportunity to share comments and ideas with other parents. I feel very fortunate that the firm provides a benefit like this one.”
- Positive parenting
“I liked the basic, easy-to-understand approach the presenter used.
- Getting a grip on life
“The seminar was very informative, and provided lots of new information.”
- Negativity at work
“The level of trust in our group in phenomenal, and I leave each session feeling that I am part of something very special.”
- Work/life discussion group
”The seminar provided practical suggestions, was very therapeutic, and exceeded my expectations.”
- Stress management
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Did you know...?
Worklife Seminars:
A Fresh Look at an Old Standard
Seminars have long been a staple in companies' menus of work-life programs, often included as part of their resource and referral services, sometimes rolled into EAP or corporate wellness programs, and occasionally provided as a stand-alone benefit. As a company that has been in the seminar business for the past sixteen years, Programs for Working People has seen significant changes in this work-life arena; concurrently, many things have remained much the same.... more...
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For a complete listing of seminar topics, please download the "Seminars" PDF.
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Our seminar topics are diverse, relevant, and cover all stages of the career and life cycle.
Our seminar content is timely, comprehensive, and based on the latest work-life research.
Our Delivery Strategies:
Each session is presented in an interactive format that allows
participants to learn from each other as well as from the presenter. Attendees are encouraged to express their concerns, ask questions, gather new strategies, try out various approaches, and share successful tips for managing challenges.
Our Instructional Methods:
Training methods include brief mini-lectures, guided exercises, and carefully led,
interactive discussions. Partipant packets that include program agenda, informational
handouts, background materials, resource lists, related websites, suggested readings,
and session evaluations are provided for each employee who attends.
These materials are also available for non-attendees who express an interest.
Seminar Topics
Life Management:
- Dealing with Anger in Positive Ways
- From Chaos to Competence: Getting Organized at Work
- Getting a Grip at Work: Time Management for Professionals
- Making Life Work: Mastering Work-Life Balance
- The Softer Side of Retirement
Health, Nutrition and Wellness:
- Focus on You: Self-Care for Pressured People
- Getting Fit, a Bit at a Time: It's More Than Diet and Exercise
- Healthy Food Choices for Busy People
- Meditation, Mindfulness, and Moment Management
- Understanding Food and Mood
Stress Management:
- Beyond the Basics: A Stress Management Tool Kit
- Managing the Stress of a Demanding Career
- Minimizing Stress for Maximum Productivity
- Phone Frustration: Dealing with Call Center Stress
- Stop the Spinning: Slowing Down and Getting More Done
Financial Planning:
- The Basics of Budgeting
- The Business of Retirement
- Countdown to College: Funding Higher Education
- Debt Do's and Don'ts: Reducing Financial Stress
- Managing Money in Tough Times
Parenting:
- Effective Communication with Young Children
- Encouraging Responsibility in Children
- How to Avoid Over-scheduling Your Child
- Parenting and Positive School Experiences
- Parenting Your Adolescent
- Positive Discipline Strategies
Elder Caregiving:
- Legal and Financial Issues for Aging Adults
- Making Sense of the Medicare Maze
- Preventing Caregiver Burnout
- Resources and Options for Elder Care
- Roles and Responsibilities with Aging Adults
Relationships:
- Courageous Communication at the Workplace
- Creative Confrontations at Work
- Dealing with Difficult Clients with Ease
- Rising to the Challenge: Dealing with Negativity at Work
- Stand Up For Yourself: Key Strategies for Assertiveness
Management and Professional Development:
- Low-Cost Work-Life Strategies and Solutions
- Mastering Challenges in a Changing Organization
- Polishing Your Presentation Skills
- Understanding and Responding to Work-Life Issues
- Work-Life Effectiveness for Individuals and Organizations
Just For Kids:
Programs for Working People has had a great deal of experience providing special corporate programs for school-aged children on "Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day," which will be held on April 26, 2007. Countless companies across the nation have hosted the children of their employees for a day of learning and fun. We can provide programs that entertain, enlighten, and encourage boys and girls toward bright and successful futures. You provide the children; we'll do the rest!
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