2021 Jun 24

Conflict Resolution with Sharon Edwards (Brandywine River Consulting)

12:00pm to 1:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

What does conflict mean to you? Arguing, partisanship, discomfort? Conflict is actually productive, creative, and necessary. It surfaces different ideas, perspectives, and solutions—and can be an artful form of communication.... Read more about Conflict Resolution with Sharon Edwards (Brandywine River Consulting)

2021 Jun 23

Too Many Tabs, Not Enough Time: Working Online

4:00pm to 5:15pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

You’re not dreaming; we’re still in a pandemic, so now is your chance to learn how to make working online work for YOU! This workshop will prepare you to work virtually in jobs this summer. You will gain tips and tricks for staying organized, setting up your online workspace, and participating in professional meetings.... Read more about Too Many Tabs, Not Enough Time: Working Online

2021 Jun 21

Monday Job Seekers Connection: Envisioning the Future Using Collage

11:00am to 12:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

It's the first day of summer—a great time to pause and envision our future in a creative and positive way. For this event, you'll be visualizing your professional goals and creating a vision board.... Read more about Monday Job Seekers Connection: Envisioning the Future Using Collage

2021 Jun 15

The Folding Chair: Book Discussions on Leadership & Ambition

12:00pm to 1:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

Bring your folding chair and join us for inclusive discussions on autobiographies of diverse and courageous individuals who achieved their career ambitions and added more chairs to the table for others.... Read more about The Folding Chair: Book Discussions on Leadership & Ambition

2021 Jun 08

Taking A Leadership Frame of Mind in Online Meetings

12:00pm to 1:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

Mastering the finer points of leading a meeting means having a "leadership frame of mind." What does this mean? Being a role model in appropriate attendee management.... Read more about Taking A Leadership Frame of Mind in Online Meetings

2021 Jun 03

Finding Your E-Charisma with Jill Slye

12:00pm to 1:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

You have planned a well-organized online meeting, but that isn't all there is to a successful meeting. A good meeting is engaging, productive, and action-oriented—which can be challenging in a virtual setting.... Read more about Finding Your E-Charisma with Jill Slye

2021 May 18

How To Plan Your Online Meeting

12:00pm to 1:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

Been to a lot of online meetings lately? Feeling like many are a waste of time? Don't let people think this about your meetings! Learn how to prepare for a productive, well organized meeting and set an engaging meeting culture.... Read more about How To Plan Your Online Meeting

2021 May 11

Using Your Voice: Speak Up and Speak Out at Meetings

12:00pm to 1:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

Your voice needs to be heard at meetings. If you are invited to attend a meeting, you are expected to participate. However, it can be challenging to be recognized and engaged in an online meeting. In this workshop you will learn the attributes of a good participant and how to speak up and speak out.... Read more about Using Your Voice: Speak Up and Speak Out at Meetings

2021 May 03

Monday Job Seekers Connection

Repeats every week every Monday until Mon Jul 26 2021 except Mon Jul 05 2021.

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

11:00am to 12:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

Join other job seekers each week for mutual support, encouragement, inspiration, and empowerment in your job search. Job Seekers Connection energizes and motivates participants by teaching valuable career search strategies and techniques.... Read more about Monday Job Seekers Connection

2021 Apr 13

RISE: First Day on the Job (for Allston-Brighton & Cambridge High Schoolers)

4:00pm to 5:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

*For high school students who live or attend school in Allston-Brighton or Cambridge!*

You've landed the job and arrived for your first day. Now what? Join the Harvard Ed Portal for a helpful workshop that will guide you through understanding the written policies and... Read more about RISE: First Day on the Job (for Allston-Brighton & Cambridge High Schoolers)

2021 Apr 09
Presentation Skills for Allston-Brighton & Cambridge Residents
12:00pm to 1:30pm
Location: 
Online via Zoom
This 4-session course with Harvard University Extension School Instructor Jill Slye covers the basic principles of public speaking. Participants will learn how to handle nerves, organize and deliver a formal presentation, and use verbal and non-verbal communication to connect with their audience.
... Read more about Presentation Skills for Allston-Brighton & Cambridge Residents
2021 Apr 08

RISE: Time Management While Working From Home (for Allston-Brighton & Cambridge High Schoolers)

4:00pm to 5:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

*For high school students who live or attend school in Allston-Brighton or Cambridge!*

Do you feel like you never have enough time in the day to get things done? The Harvard Ed Portal can help! Join us for this workshop that will help you learn what time management is,... Read more about RISE: Time Management While Working From Home (for Allston-Brighton & Cambridge High Schoolers)

2021 Mar 30

How to Craft and Deliver A Memorable Presentation (Massachusetts Residents Only)

5:30pm to 7:00pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

Learn and practice tips, tools, and techniques for improving your presentation skills in this two-part workshop. This workshop is helpful to individuals with little to no public speaking experience and those seeking to improve their skills.... Read more about How to Craft and Deliver A Memorable Presentation (Massachusetts Residents Only)

2021 Mar 30

RISE: Hire Me!: Interview Preparation (Allston-Brighton and Cambridge 11th & 12th Graders)

4:00pm to 5:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

*For 11th & 12th graders who live or attend school in Allston-Brighton or Cambridge!*

Do you want to ace your job interviews? Join the Harvard Ed Portal for this workshop that will help you prepare for an interview in advance,... Read more about RISE: Hire Me!: Interview Preparation (Allston-Brighton and Cambridge 11th & 12th Graders)

2021 Mar 23

RISE: Hire Me!: Interview Preparation (Allston-Brighton and Cambridge 9th & 10th Graders)

4:00pm to 5:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

*For 9th & 10th graders who live or attend school in Allston-Brighton or Cambridge!*

Do you want to ace your job interviews? Join the Harvard Ed Portal for this workshop that will help you prepare for an interview in advance,... Read more about RISE: Hire Me!: Interview Preparation (Allston-Brighton and Cambridge 9th & 10th Graders)

2021 Mar 23

The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Successful Communication

12:00pm to 1:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

Raise self-awareness about your emotional intelligence and its impact on successful collaboration and communication. You can expect to complete an assessment to determine your current level of emotional intelligence, and practice techniques to develop your EQ.... Read more about The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Successful Communication

2021 Mar 16

RISE: Email in the Workplace (for Allston-Brighton and Cambridge High Schoolers)

4:00pm to 5:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

*For high school students who live or attend school in Allston-Brighton or Cambridge!*

Subject line? CC? BCC? Signature? What does all this even mean? And why can’t I just send a text? If you’ve ever wondered about any of this, join us for this workshop on email skills! Writing strong emails will help you stand out in the job application process.... Read more about RISE: Email in the Workplace (for Allston-Brighton and Cambridge High Schoolers)

2021 Mar 11

Crafting Your LinkedIn ‘About’ Summary

12:00pm to 1:00pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

Who are you and what are you going after next in your career? Does your LinkedIn profile—especially your “About” section—reflect this well? When you're competing with so many job seekers for the same position,... Read more about Crafting Your LinkedIn ‘About’ Summary

2021 Mar 10

RISE: Workplace Phone Skills (for Allston-Brighton and Cambridge High Schoolers)

4:00pm to 5:30pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

*For high school students who live or attend school in Allston-Brighton or Cambridge!*

Phone interviews can be so awkward, but the Harvard Ed Portal is here to help! Join us for a workshop that will help you develop your phone skills, from calling and talking to leaving a voicemail to following up!... Read more about RISE: Workplace Phone Skills (for Allston-Brighton and Cambridge High Schoolers)

2021 Mar 09

RISE: Web Development Program (for Allston-Brighton & Cambridge High Schoolers)

Repeats every week every Tuesday until Tue Apr 13 2021 .

4:00pm to 5:15pm

4:00pm to 5:15pm

4:00pm to 5:15pm

4:00pm to 5:15pm

4:00pm to 5:15pm

4:00pm to 5:15pm

Location: 

Online via Zoom

*For 10th and 11th graders who live or attend school in Allston-Brighton or Cambridge!*

Over the course of six weeks, a small cohort of 10th and 11th grade high school students will work together to develop an original website from scratch that will send visitors to information, content, and... Read more about RISE: Web Development Program (for Allston-Brighton & Cambridge High Schoolers)

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