HAYS, Kan. -- For the third time at Fort Hays State University, the "Supervising with Confidence" workshop will offer participants an opportunity to refine their supervisory skills at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8, in the Memorial Union's Trails Room.

"Being an effective supervisor requires examining your supervisory skill strengths and improvement areas," said Sabrina William, director of the Management Development Center. "This workshop provides an opportunity for participants to enhance their use of the five supervisor skills through experiential activities."

The workshop is designed to provide participants with a more thorough understanding of how to lead. Participants will gain exposure on topics such as effective and ineffective supervisors, handling shifting priorities, goal setting, effective planning, managing employee performance and relationship building.

Workshop registration by Friday, Oct. 2 is $21. Hays Area Chamber of Commerce members are eligible for a 15-percent discount.

Each person who completes the workshop will receive a completion certificate.

For more information, registration and discount codes, contact Conni Dreher at 785-628-4121 or cdreher@fhsu.edu. Registration is also available online at www.fhsu.edu/mdc.

Seth Kastle, instructor of leadership studies in FHSU's Virtual College International, and William will facilitate the workshop offered by the Management Development Center.

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