Gretchen Rubin on Creating Great Workplace Habits is a practical and focused approach on how to apply noted happiness and habits expert Gretchen Rubin's eye-opening research to the workplace. Gretchen explains the Four Tendencies individuals have and how they drive our habits, as illustrated in her book Better Than Before: What I Learned about Making and Breaking Habits—to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life. She introduces practical strategies to create better work habits and tips for ongoing success. With these techniques, you can build the foundation for a happier, healthier, and more productive life. Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145

Time management tools and programs can only go so far. If you want to boost your productivity in a lasting way, you need to change the way you look at your time and your tasks. In this installment of the Productivity Tips series, productive leadership author and speaker Dave Crenshaw explains how to boost your productivity by shifting your perspective. Dave shares bite-sized, actionable tips for finding room in your schedule to improve your productivity, developing flexibility, and avoiding lower-value activities. Plus, get strategies for shaking off negative experiences, adding meaning to your workday, and more. Learning Objectives: Name one useful tip concerning low-value activities. Explain how to avoid the crowd mindset. Recall how a gathering point is used to handle interruptive ideas. List three tips that can help you prepare for unexpected setbacks. Identify techniques used to deal with negative experiences. Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145

Pressure is an inevitable part of work and our daily lives. Those who are able to maintain their cool in challenging, high-pressure situations—or even thrive—put themselves in a better position to succeed. In this course, learn how to identify pressure situations and tackle them with confidence. Instructor Eddie Davila helps you identify your unique pressure points, and explains how to approach them through preparation and planning, as well as what to do when the big moment arrives. Learning Objectives: Identify pressure situations. Compare and contrast pressure vs. stress. Define factors of a pressure situation. Explain how to manage your resources. Describe how to stay focused during a pressure situation. Identify how to build resilience for pressure. Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145

Learn how to have it all and enjoy it all by balancing your life and work. In this talk, author and business coach Dave Crenshaw explores smart strategies to make work a focus at work and give yourself time to enjoy your time at home. In the bonus Q&A chapter, he tackles tough questions like these: What are the warning signs that my life is out of balance? How do I keep balance when I travel so frequently? How do I balance work, life, and school? Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145

Have trouble getting by when the going gets tough? Everyone wants to perform well when the pressure's on, but a lot of us withdraw in times of stress or adversity. If you can build your resilience, you'll have an easier time facing new challenges and earn a valuable skill to offer employers. In this course, Kelley School of Business professor and professional communications coach Tatiana Kolovou explains how to bounce back from difficult situations, by building your "resiliency threshold." She outlines five training techniques to prepare for difficult situations, and five strategies for reflecting on them afterward. Find out where you are on the resilience scale, identify where you want to be, and learn strategies to close the gap. Learning Objectives: Define the term resilience. Identify strategies for facing rejection in your day to day life. Recognize the skills you can practice to increase your resilience. Explore reflection strategies you can use during a situation in order to build resilience. Examine five post-event resilience building strategies using real-world examples. Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145

Negative thought patterns can be self-fulfilling. How we react to external events is often determined by our internal mindset. Feeling empowered and satisfied requires us to shift our thinking. In this course, adapted from the popular podcast How to Be Awesome at Your Job, host Pete Mockaitis interviews renowned author and speaker Charlie Harary. Charlie provides advice to adjust your recurring thought patterns to find your greatness, enhance emotional wellbeing, and enjoy work more every day. Follow along with their conversation, and come away with tips on how to react to the world in a more empowered way, identify the innate needs you must fulfill to be satisfied, and take a proactive approach to learning and growth. This course was created by Pete Mockaitis of How to Be Awesome at Your Job. We are pleased to offer this training in our library.   Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145

Victimhood means blaming other people or outside circumstances when faced with life's challenges. This "it's not my fault" mentality can scale to teams, organizations, and societies. But why shift blame when you can take control? In this course, executive coach Fred Kofman helps you make the choice to embrace life's challenges, to go from victim to hero, and shows how to help others do the same through support and coaching. Learning Objectives: Explore how claiming innocence can take away your power to enact change. Recall what "response-ability" means and how it relates to the victim mentality. Identify the factors that differentiate a victim from a player. Recognize the attributes of a hero. Examine methods that can help you empower others. Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145

Betty Liu is a LinkedIn Influencer and anchor for Bloomberg Television. She is also founder of Radiate (RadiateInc.com), which focuses on management and leadership content. Betty asks the hard questions of world leaders and industry titans like Bill Clinton, Elon Musk, Warren Buffett, Jamie Dimon, and many more. Her experience in the business world has led her to author books and host the popular Radiate podcast, which have helped thousands explore new career opportunities and make smarter career decisions. Here Betty shares her take on the most common and pressing topics when it comes to job seeking and career success. Learn what it takes to Find your passion Be an outstanding job candidate Interview well Overcome fear Make a career change Network and find mentors Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145

Take it from a hero. Transitioning from the military to civilian life is hard. But with some simple steps and a good support system, you can find renewed purpose after active duty. In this course, Medal of Honor recipient and LinkedIn for Veterans spokesperson Florent Groberg and other veterans discuss the challenges and opportunities of leaving military service for the civilian world. Flo speaks about his own path after service, and they all share key lessons learned and next steps necessary for successful transition. Discover how to understand your strengths and value, where your skills fit into today's job market, and how to translate your experience into a solid resume. Learn how a mentor can help you navigate the transition and open up new opportunities. With Flo's advice, you can find a new purpose and continue the journey you started in the military—bringing your talents to bear on a whole new mission in life. Learning Objectives: Taking initiative Understanding your value Translating your experiences Building your resume Using a mentor Setting realistic expectations Building a network Transitioning into a new job Bonus videos featuring stories of transition from veterans Register with Goodwill Houston services here: https://form.jotform.com/201143920744145