NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE, as well as on-site: While we still prefer face-to-face training, today's health risk and financial challenges distance learning a viable option.  We are proud to announce that our most popular program, WRITING FOR CLARITY, is now available ZOOM and TEAMS! Designed for Probation, Pretrial, Parole, and Community Supervision staff, it has been presented from Maine to Guam over the past decade, and is the most successful writing program specifically for this audience available.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS SAY ABOUT WRITING FOR CLARITY    (ACTUAL COMMENTS)

"...one of the most informative and enjoyable training experiences I have had while working."  Detroit, Michigan

"This was the first time I've ever enjoyed a writing seminar and I actually learned a lot from it."  Brownsville, Texas

"Never did I imagine I would enjoy a writing class, especially on a Sunday morning, until I met you!  The presentation was AWESOME!"  South Padre Island, Texas

"I saw your presentation at a conference in Seattle.  I think everyone is always shocked at how you can make grammar entertaining."  Atlanta, Georgia

"Who knew writing, grammar, and punctuation could be fun?"  Beaumont, Texas

"I wanted to crash the meeting just to see your presentation for a second time."  McAllen, Texas

"Thank you so much.  All the feedback was great!"  Miami, Florida

"I wish everyone would take this class."  Albuquerque, New Mexico

"This will stay with us long after you're back home."  Roanoke, Virginia


NOW AVAILABLE:  THE WRITING FOR CLARITY DESK MANUAL- U. S. Probation and Pretrial Services Edition!  160 pages of the most common mistakes in our profession's writing, with specific examples and references.  It is an essential daily writing guide, with or without having had the Writing for Clarity class.  Contact us for special pricing, or see it on Amazon:   https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Clarity-Danny-Kuhn/dp/0989169677/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8


WAIT, WHAT? ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS in a HECTIC WORLD   with Danny Kuhn

Length:  2-3 hours, depending on your schedule.

Audience:  Everyone.  Appropriate for both keynote addresses and smaller groups

Objective:  In a busy, competitive work environment demanding instant answers, ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS in a HECTIC WORLD causes us to reflect on life's essential questions.  Based on Harvard professor James E. Ryan's commencement remarks and book Wait, what? this program helps participants bring clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and conviction to both the workplace and their personal lives through clarifying what's important. Small group activities and discussion define common challenges and help provide tools needed to apply five simple questions in seeking answers:  1. Wait, what?  2.  I wonder...?  3.  Couldn't we at least?  4.  How can I help?  and, most importantly, 5.  What really matters?  Wait, what? is particularly useful to organizations undergoing periods of change and shifts in priorities. 

REAL COLORS    with Jim Patterson

Length:  3 hours

Audience: Everyone

Objective:  This is the program that has improved organizational communication and relationships across the country! Recognize and appreciate your own unique blend of strengths and qualities...and those of your coworkers!  Identify and practice the skills necessary for enhanced communication by learning the most effective methods of speaking to different people.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS SAY ABOUT REAL COLORS with JIM PATTERSON: (ACTUAL COMMENTS)

"Numerous participants have been raving about Real Colors and what a great professional and personal experience it was!"  Purdue University 

"Thank you for introducing my team to Real Colors.  We learned a great deal about each other and realized that our strengths and weaknesses offset one another.  Your session set the stage for a very productive and challenging meeting...we actually accomplished our objectives and set an achievable direction for the New Year."  Bank of America

"Without question, this was the best training we have had in my years as a Clerk, as Jim knew his material, knew his target audience, and presented the material in a professional and fun manner conducive to adult learning.  The District is fortunate to have someone with his training and ability, who is willing to share his training gifts with others."   Federal Court Clerk, North Carolina

REAL COLORS, REAL ISSUES  with Jim Patterson

Length:  4  hours

Audience:  Everyone who has experienced Real Colors

Objective:  Identify situations that could cause a loss of confidence or behavior changes in participants and others, learn to appreciate the different styles and strengths of coworkers, and develop a personal action plan for motivation.

Keeping personal and professional lives separate is easier said than done. Real Colors, Real Issues provides specific techniques that can help individuals recognize how the four different temperaments, or "colors," react to life's challenges, and how to provide appropriate encouragement and support for each.   


SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE - UNDERSTANDING, PREVENTION, RESPONSE      with Danny Kuhn

Length:  3 hours (flexible)

Audience:  Everyone

Objective: Every employee has the right to a safe environment with zero tolerance for sexual harassment.  But what actually constitutes harassment? What does the law say, and what about all those "grey areas" that inevitably arise when people with differing views of appropriate behavior work so closely together?  Understanding and communication are the keys to prevention.  Without being heavy-handed or "preachy," this program will help you set the tone for your organization and prevent incidents that could cause cataclysmic credibility, emotional, and personnel issues.     


WRITING FOR CLARITY II   with Danny Kuhn

Length:  3 hours

Audience:  Anyone who has had Writing for Clarity I

Objective:  To reinforce the lessons of clarity and conciseness, introduce ways to avoid additional common errors, and provide hands-on practice.

Important skills require regular practice and review.  Writing is no exception.  After a review of the most controversial writing issues (especially commas), Writing for Clarity II addresses additional common problem areas.  Is The Hyphenator a hero, or villain? This class reserves time for group work and discussion for a collaborative approach.


COOPERATE OR CONTROL? UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE   with Danny Kuhn

Length:  3 hours

Audience:  All staff

Objective:  To identify different communication styles and avoid the resulting conflict that can occur among coworkers.

Communication is the key to an effective workplace, but controlling personalities may make some staff members feel intimidated...maybe even bullied.  This program helps participants understand why it happens and develop strategies to avoid conflict.  It was recently presented to the entire Eastern District of North Carolina Federal Clerk's Office staff. A separate management briefing can be given after staff training if desired.