Training news, online courses, assessments and resources including medical, customer service, sales, management and supervisory skills. http://www.corexcel.com I had Anderson Cooper's show on last week while I was getting ready for work. (Okay, so I was running late as usual.) His guest was Dolly Parton, a very talented writer, singer and businesswoman. Dolly talked about her life and mentioned that she and her husband often like to go to Wal-Mart very early in the morning to look for deals, especially around Christmas. Anderson asked her if people go crazy when they realize she's in the store but she said there are very few people there early in the morning and, besides, she does live in Nashville where people are used to seeing her. http://discprofiles.blogspot.com/2012/01/would-you-hire-dolly-parton-first.html http://discprofiles.blogspot.com/2012/01/would-you-hire-dolly-parton-first.html Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:21:30 EST Millions of people make New Year's resolutions each year, but it seems like only a handful of us actually follow through and achieve them. What can we do to finally make the cut and avoid being yet another statistic in 2012? Let's not forget the reason for choosing a New Year's Resolution. A resolution is any goal that is going to increase your satisfaction and/or quality of life. Whether you're looking to find the right career path, get promoted within your existing job, reduce the stress in your life or maintain a healthy lifestyle, everyone's goal is ultimately the same: to better develop yourself this year. Don't be afraid to get creative with your goals! http://www.trainingprofiles.com/2012/01/2012-new-years-resolutions-setting-the-right-goal-making-it-stick/ http://www.trainingprofiles.com/2012/01/2012-new-years-resolutions-setting-the-right-goal-making-it-stick/ Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:33:30 EST 4 Easy-to-use Stress Relievers. This year, give yourself the gift of relaxation. Although the holidays are a time when you can enjoy spending time with family and friends, they often throw a curve ball in your regular routine which can cause stress and anxiety. Whether it's booking and monitoring your travel arrangements, managing your budget, purchasing a last minute gift or balancing the demands of work and personal life, 'tis the season to slow down... http://www.trainingprofiles.com/2011/12/how-to-de-stress-this-holiday-season/ http://www.trainingprofiles.com/2011/12/how-to-de-stress-this-holiday-season/ Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:49:00 EST Prepare for 2012 and sign your team up for our online leadership essentials courses. Management styles weigh heavily on overall employee satisfaction. While a savvy manager can inspire and motivate team members, a poor manager has the opposite effect, and the entire department — and company — will suffer as a consequence. Productivity declines, employee morale diminishes and eventually the top performers will start looking for jobs elsewhere — perhaps with your competitors... http://www.trainingprofiles.com/2011/12/act-now-save-50-on-leadership-on-line-courses/ http://www.trainingprofiles.com/2011/12/act-now-save-50-on-leadership-on-line-courses/ Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:25:00 EST The Everything DiSC Certification programs are two-day training sessions held in Minneapolis, MN designed to help you fully understand the DiSC theory and successfully implement the Everything DiSC products within you or a client's organization. Through classroom discussions, real life examples and group presentations, you will learn the research behind DiSC and its circular model. You will be introduced to each of the Everything DiSC profiles, facilitator kits and supplemental reports. And what's more, you will discover how to fully customize the kits to fit your training needs. Why get certified? http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/2012-disc-certification-dates-announced/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/2012-disc-certification-dates-announced/ Mon, 28 Nov 2011 17:08:00 EST Corexcel is excited to announce that we will be participating in Small Business Saturday for the second year in a row! Don't wait in line to save big! Shop online and support small business! On November 26, people across the country will be shopping online and in stores to help support their favorite small businesses! http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/corexcel-small-business-saturday-save-10/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/corexcel-small-business-saturday-save-10/ Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:24:00 EST Inaccurate feedback may be affecting your bottom line! I recently came across a research report done by a local university researcher who specializes in psychology and the importance of self-understanding. Over 3,000 students took a test and received either accurate or incorrect feedback (either too positive or too negative). Later, students were asked about their thoughts on depression and how they felt. Surprisingly, students... http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/the-importance-of-evaluation-and-feedback/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/the-importance-of-evaluation-and-feedback/ Tue, 15 Nov 2011 10:33:00 EST Get a quick and colorful view of your group with the NEW Everything DiSC Team View Report! The FREE Everything DiSC Team View Report gives you a quick, colorful and easy-to-remember snapshot of your team's individual DiSC styles. Each of your staff members are represented by a colorful Everything DiSC circular map. The Everything DiSC Team View is great for leaders on a budget or... http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/everything-disc-team-view-is-now-available/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/everything-disc-team-view-is-now-available/ Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:30:00 EST 52% of US companies report difficulty filling jobs. 47% of employers blame prospects' lack of hard job skills or technical skills. 35% of companies cite candidates' lack of experience. 28% of companies are... http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/why-companies-arent-getting-the-employees-they-need/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/11/why-companies-arent-getting-the-employees-they-need/ Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:30:00 EST Attend one of the following in-person client showcases to get an insider look at our newest Leadership assessment! The events are FREE to attend and include a FREE Everything DiSC Work of Leaders profile (valued at over $80) as a thank you for attending! http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/10/free-client-showcases-disc-for-leaders/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/10/free-client-showcases-disc-for-leaders/ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:30:00 EST A recent CareerBuilder survey conducted by Harris Interactive asked more than 2,600 employers to share their interesting, unusual and downright bizarre resume and interview experiences. If you are NOT in the mood to crack a smile, I recommend you stop reading immediately. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/10/resume-interview-memorable-moments/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/10/resume-interview-memorable-moments/ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:29:00 EST Corexcel announced as 2011 Superstars in Business Award Winner! Corexcel named a 2011 Marvin S. Gilman Superstars in Business Award winner. The Marvin S. Gilman Superstars in Business Award, named for one of Delaware's leading small business entrepreneurs, honors businesses and non-profit corporations for their outstanding achievements and model approaches to business and management. The awards are presented… http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/09/corexcel-wins-2011-business-honor/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/09/corexcel-wins-2011-business-honor/ Mon, 26 Sep 2011 11:23:00 EST Before you select an assessment for your upcoming training program, make sure you ask yourself the following important questions. Answering these questions will give you more direction so you can choose the best assessment for your group, AND get the most out of your budget! http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/09/6-questions-before-choosing-assessment/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/09/6-questions-before-choosing-assessment/ Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:31:00 EST If you're new to DiSC profiles, need an update or just can't get enough of DiSC, we've got plenty of upcoming events for you to attend! Get the most out of using DiSC profiles with your clients and/or employees by hearing the most up to date research, tips and resources straight from experienced DiSC professionals. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/08/upcoming-disc-certification-showcases/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/08/upcoming-disc-certification-showcases/ Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:31:00 EST Pete's constructive criticism didn't seem to go over too well with Marsha. In their recent confrontation, Marsha felt like she was being attacked by Pete. When Marsha accused him of this, Pete rebutted, "I was merely informing Marsha that her idea needs much more fine tuning before being presented to the rest of the group." Pete didn't raise his voice but still managed to upset her. Why? http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/08/meet-pete-conflict-resolution-and-the-c-style/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/08/meet-pete-conflict-resolution-and-the-c-style/ Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:02:00 EST April quietly watched as the confrontation with Marsha and Jeff grew louder and more intense. Each time Marsha and Jeffrey raised their voice, April became even more uncomfortable, slipping deeper into her conference room chair. April was so quiet, in fact, that Steve did not realize she was in the room until after the argument. And who can forget April's classic line… http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/08/conflict-resolution-s-style/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/08/conflict-resolution-s-style/ Mon, 15 Aug 2011 10:42:00 EST Marsha had a difficult time hiding her feelings from the rest of the group during her recent confrontation with Pete and Jeffrey. Marsha was excited to share her ideas with the rest of her team but became frustrated when she felt Pete and Jeffrey were too critical. Marsha felt like her creativity was being questioned by their negative comments. Her enthusiasm turned to frustration and she defended her ideas strongly. Jeffrey's name calling… http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/08/i-personalities-handle-conflict-resolution/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/08/i-personalities-handle-conflict-resolution/ Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:45:00 EST If you read our last blog post, DiSC Profiles Minimize Conflict and Maximize Productivity, then you can recall the story of Steve and his sales team. Jeffrey and Marsha were yelling at each other during a discussion that originally surrounded one of Marsha's ideas. Jeffrey grew frustrated when Marsha felt attacked by Jeffrey and became emotional. From there, Jeffrey lost focus of their original discussion, and began targeting Marsha's personality, at one point calling her, "over emotional." The D Style: At a Glance… http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/07/meet-jeffrey-conflict-resolution-and-the-d-style/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/07/meet-jeffrey-conflict-resolution-and-the-d-style/ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 10:51:00 EST SCENE: It's a busy Wednesday afternoon at ABC Technology, Inc. a mid-sized software and IT company based in Philadelphia, PA. STEVE, a quiet, yet successful Sales Manager, is walking down a long hallway to the coffee station when he overhears a shouting match going on between two of his employees. He finds them and the rest of his sales team… http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/07/disc-profiles-conflict-resolution/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/07/disc-profiles-conflict-resolution/ Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:19:00 EST The NEW USB drive makes customizing your DiSC® training programs even easier! If you're tired of toggling back and forth between your Everything DiSC DVD for videos and your PowerPoint presentation, then this upgrade is for you. Now you can replace your existing DVD with an USB that incorporates the content, videos and resources materials in one easy-to-use package. So, why should you upgrade? http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/07/disc-classic-upgrade-available/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/07/disc-classic-upgrade-available/ Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:49:00 EST Now when you generate an Everything DiSC Group Culture or Facilitator Report, you can also generate a FREE Everything DiSC Group Poster! Your Group Poster will show your team's dots on the brightly colored, easy to understand Everything DiSC circular map. The poster… http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/07/free_disc_group_poster_helps_visual_learners/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/07/free_disc_group_poster_helps_visual_learners/ Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:26:30 EST A few months ago, I wrote a review on the EPIC Account Batch Function on our DiSC Profiles blog. This feature was newly released and proved to be an easy-to-use, time-saving function then, and I'm happy to say it is still as useful today. I recently had a few clients ask about creating batches using their EPIC accounts… http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/06/epic-batch-report-function/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/06/epic-batch-report-function/ Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:38:30 EST Electrosurgery is frequently used in gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures, but it can also be quite dangerous. If not handled properly, electrosurgery can cause fire, burns and shock for both the patient and endoscopic staff. Since many surgeons don't receive formal training on electrosurgery devices and protocol, it is imperative that the endoscopic staff is educated in the basic principles and safety procedures. http://goo.gl/eKW9U http://goo.gl/eKW9U Mon, 09 May 2011 16:05:30 EST There have been a lot of fantastic "#leadership" quotes floating around the Twittersphere these past few weeks, which inspired me to find some of my own. Please find some of my favorites that I found. Enjoy… and have a great weekend! http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/05/leadership-quotes/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/05/leadership-quotes/ Fri, 06 May 2011 13:52:30 EST In a previous post entitled Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Boss?, I touched a little bit on the Everything DiSC 363® for Leaders Profile as a great way to prevent bad management from plaguing your organization. Since then, I've received quite a few questions about the profile, and I thought a quick blog post was a great place to provide you with answers. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/04/disc-360-reports-online-360-feedback/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/04/disc-360-reports-online-360-feedback/ Mon, 25 Apr 2011 15:45:31 EST Allegations of child abuse can lead to broken families, foster care and even jail for the offender, yet nurses have an ethical and legal responsibility to identify and report suspected child abuse incidents. To protect your patients and yourself, you need to know the warning signs of child abuse and your professional responsibilities in addressing and reporting it. Child Abuse and Ethics: Working through Dilemmas in Mandatory Reporting… http://goo.gl/QjvwY http://goo.gl/QjvwY Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:45:31 EST One thing I love about my job is helping my clients reach their training goals. While that initial phone call can take 15-30 minutes and cover important subjects like topics of interest, budget, audience and challenges, we start with the basics. When planning training for a group, take the time to define what you want your learners to know or to do when they have completed the training. This will help you choose the most effective type of training for your learners and for the organization as a whole. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/04/training-tip/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/04/training-tip/ Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:45:31 EST In any organization of any size or industry, there are times when we need to come up with creative ideas to reach a goal, solve a problem or please a client. With our new online, self-paced course, Creativity in Teams and Organizations, you will learn how to promote creativity within your team and work together to come up with new, fresh ideas. Available as an individual course and a part of the Innovation and Critical Thinking Certificate Program. http://goo.gl/zF56f http://goo.gl/zF56f Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:30:31 EST Whether you're looking for college credits, contact hours, a certificate program or another type of continuing education, you may be able to find the courses you are looking for online. However, there are risks involved if you don't do the right amount of research. With my help, you'll learn what questions to ask and what information to look for during your search for online courses, ensuring that your e-Learning experience is a good one! I've even included a Cheat Sheet to help you ask the right questions. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/03/e-learning-tips-online-courses/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/03/e-learning-tips-online-courses/ Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:45:31 EST HealthMax Software Project Management Simulation lets you test your project management skills and see the impact of your decisions on the project's success. You'll assume the role of Project Manager at HealthMax Software: a small software company launching a brand new medical records product. This course is perfect for project managers looking to develop their skills in leadership, management, decision-making and project development. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/03/projectmanagement/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/03/projectmanagement/ Thu, 03 Mar 2011 12:12:31 EST February 16, 2011 – Corexcel received national accreditation as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for the 3rd consecutive time. "ANCC accreditation has been a vital part of our business since 1984," stated Don Bowlby, Vice President of Operations. "It demonstrates our commitment to continuing education standards and the development of exceptional... https://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/ancc-2011/ https://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/ancc-2011/ Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:54:31 EST In my last article, I discussed how organizations can keep bad management from negatively impacting their bottom line. Part II of this two week blog series spotlights bad management as it relates to the employees and manager involved. Bad management can cause high levels of stress, frustration and leave employees feeling under-appreciated. Following the appropriate steps can help you alleviate bad management from affecting your career – whether you're the employee or manager. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/big-bad-boss-2/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/big-bad-boss-2/ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 11:01:31 EST The two week blog series will focus on everything that is bad management. Bad management can often lead to quick turnover, loss of productivity and can waste a lot of money. Many employees may even leave a company because of their boss, not the position. Part I of the series provides tips for organizations to prevent bad management from affecting their workplace or address situations that may already exist. Part II will focus on employees and managers' steps to overcoming bad management. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/big-bad-boss-1/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/big-bad-boss-1/ Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:35:36 EST Corexcel has been announced as an Inscape Publishing Diamond Award winner for the 5th consecutive year. Less than 1% of Inscape North American consultants earned this honor in 2010. Corexcel has been an Authorized Distributor of Inscape Publishing since 1998, and provides online courses, behavioral assessments and training resources for both professionals and organizations of any industry. http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/2010-diamond-award/ http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/2010-diamond-award/ Mon, 07 Feb 2011 10:28:36 EST Corexcel has released an online, self-paced course designed to help job seekers become successful in finding a new job. This course is applicable to job seekers of any experience level, profession and industry. Ace Your Job Search provides resources and expert advice on developing a well-organized and visually appealing resume, impressing HR Managers in the interview and handling difficult questions and situations. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certification of completion and .5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/get-hired-now http://www.corexcel.com/blog/2011/02/get-hired-now Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:41:36 EST For a limited time, Corexcel is offering to register two participants for the price of one for the upcoming Everything DiSC Application Library Trainer Certification in MN on February 15-16, 2011. Interested clients are encouraged to contact Corexcel to register via email at learn@corexcel.com or by phone at 1-888-658-6641 (Mon. – Fri. EST). The two-day certification training will allow for participants to discover the DiSC circular model, learn how to fully customize the facilitator kits to fit their organizational needs and successfully implement Everything DiSC Workplace, Everything DiSC Sales and Everything DiSC Management profiles. Limit one offer per organization. Offer ends January 24, 2011. http://discprofiles.blogspot.com/2011/01/everything-disc-application-library.html http://discprofiles.blogspot.com/2011/01/everything-disc-application-library.html Fri, 14 Jan 2011 16:06:24 EST Corexcel has released an online Clinical Electrocardiography course applicable to medical doctors (general practitioners, ER doctors, internists, cardiology specialists, family physicians, residents, physician assistants), CCU/ICU personnel, nurses, paramedics and students in the medical field. Clinical ECG uses an online interactive study and question experience to teach the concepts of ECG interpretation. This course is the second of three courses Corexcel will be releasing on ECGs. The third course will be titled 3-D Coronary Anatomy. Participants who complete the Clinical ECG course will earn 1.7 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). http://www.corexcel.com/ecg/clinical.ecg.course.htm http://www.corexcel.com/ecg/clinical.ecg.course.htm Mon, 03 May 2010 12:06:18 EST Wilmington, DE – Sue Bowlby of Wilmington, DE has been honored as a 2009 Diamond Award winner. “Sue Bowlby’s dedication to helping her clients attain higher levels of success through ongoing training and development is reflected in this achievement,” remarked Jeffrey Sugerman, president and CEO of Inscape Publishing. “We are proud to have Sue as a leader in our Inscape Publishing community.” http://www.corexcel.com/articles/award.press.release.2010.htm http://www.corexcel.com/articles/award.press.release.2010.htm Fri, 09 Apr 2010 08:25:30 EST Last year brought the release of Everything DiSC Sales, Management and Everything DiSC Workplace. Corexcel is excited to announce two Everything DiSC Application Library Certifications taking place in 2010. This Certification will be structured like the Everything DiSC Classic Client Certification – giving your clients a participant experience, an immersion in the Everything DiSC model and research, as well as hands-on experience with how Everything DiSC Application Libraries can improve your workplace, sales force or management team. http://www.corexcel.com/everything-disc-library-certification.htm http://www.corexcel.com/everything-disc-library-certification.htm Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:37:30 EST