Faculty and staff are invited to join the Ombuds and Human Resources Offices for a series of TED Talk viewings and discussions throughout the summer. Bring your own lunch or pick up something from the Peirce Hall servery. No RSVP needed; we look forward to seeing you there!

Join us on Wednesdays, June 11 - July 30, from 12 - 1 p.m. in Peirce L09.

Series Schedule

  • June 11: Understanding Yourself and Your Habits — "Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator" by Tim Urban
  • June 18: Positive Psychology at Work — "The Happy Secret to Better Work" by Shawn Achor
  • June 25: Self-compassion and Resilience — "The Benefits of Not Being a Jerk to Yourself" by Dan Harris
  • July 2: The Key to Long-term Well-being — "What Makes a Good Life? Lessons from the Longest Study on Happiness" by Robert Waldinger
  • July 9: Mastering Effective Communication — "10 Ways to Have a Better Conversation" by Celeste Headlee
  • July 16: Solving Problems with Confidence — "5 Steps to Fix Any Problem at Work" by Anne Morriss
  • July 23: Leading with Purpose — "How Great Leaders Inspire Action" by Simon Sinek
  • July 30: Leadership, Trust and Influence — "Why Good Leaders Make You Feel Safe" by Simon Sinek and "How to Start a Movement" by Derek Sivers

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