13 COMMUNITY & CONTINUING EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Online registration opens Wednesday, July 30 at jjc.enrole.com Business & Soft Skills Speak Up! Find Your Voice Through Public Speaking (MGT 4030) Do you freeze up when it’s time to speak in front of others? You’re not alone, and this class can help. Speak Up! is a fun, supportive course designed to boost your confidence and sharpen your communication skills, no matter your starting point. You’ll learn to organize your thoughts, cut out filler words, speak with purpose and respond on the fly. Whether you are preparing for job interviews, presentations or everyday conversations, this course will help you own your voice and express yourself with ease. T1 6-8p.m. T,R Main Sept. 2-Sept. 25 $249 Sales Fundamentals: Prospecting to the Close (MGT 2034) We all sell, at all times, in every area of our lives. Selling today is all about relationships and partnering to create value for the potential client. This one-day workshop is designed for small business owners, independent contractors, entrepreneurs, students and those who are seeking to learn the skill set of selling. We will explore how to fill your sales funnel, how to develop your networking skills for business engagement, how to effectively communicate with your buyer and how to conduct a sales presentation. Learn how to create and write your own elevator pitch. Learn how to ask probing questions to discover the needs of your buyer. Learn the art of closing the sale and how to grow a long-term relationship with your client. T1 6-9p.m. T Main Sept. 9 $59 Essentials of Estate Planning (MGT 3408) Without a plan, even simple estates can become complicated and costly. This attorney- led course will walk you step-by-step through the estate planning process allowing you to better understand your unique situation. You'll learn the difference between a will and a trust, which one will work better for you, the purpose of powers of attorney and how healthcare directives work. This seminar is designed to simplify a complex topic and help you avoid unnecessary legal hurdles, minimize taxes and expenses and ensure your wishes are honored. Whether you're starting fresh or updating an existing estate plan, you'll leave confident and prepared to create a roadmap that brings peace of mind to you and your family. T1 6-7:30p.m. T Main Sept. 30 $39 Leadership & Emotional Intelligence: Elevating Performance with EQ (MGT 4032) What if the key to being a better leader isn’t what you know but how well you understand yourself and others? In this engaging three- part seminar, you’ll explore how emotional intelligence (EQ) shapes effective leadership, decision-making, and team dynamics. Using the industry-leading EQ-i 2.0 assessment, you’ll receive personalized insights into your strengths and growth areas. You’ll leave with practical tools to build stronger relationships, manage stress, and lead with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned manager or an emerging leader, this seminar empowers you to lead with greater awareness and impact in today’s workplace. The cost of this seminar includes the EQ-i 2.0 assessment. T1 1-4p.m. W Main Oct. 15-29 $249 HR Foundations (MGT 4010) Are you interested in learning more about human resources? This introductory seminar explores the role of the human resources generalist. Develop skills and knowledge to build people practices, processes and procedures. Explore effective tools and methodologies for performance management and talent development, along with effective principles for improving retention and employee engagement. This is an excellent course for supervisors, managers and anyone interested in the human resources field. T1 6-9p.m. R Main Oct. 16 $59 Communicating Effectively (MGT 3814) Get more strategic about communication as a professional skill. Learn how to customize your approach and get the best results. Understand how to manage interactions to prevent conflict and promote productivity. Describe core principles of effective communication and their importance in professional life. You will learn to understand how individual styles and preferences shape communications at work, apply specific strategies to enjoy focused, intentional communication with coworkers, supervisors and customers and understand when and how to engage in tough conversations about issues that could negatively affect an individual or an organization’s professionalism. T1 9a.m.-Noon W Main Oct. 22 $59 UNLOCK THE POWER OF GENERATIVE AI (MGT 3811) Discover how to boost productivity, spark creativity and save time with artificial intelligence. See page 15 for details.
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