Streamlining the procurement process could save the Federal government billions.

But that’s not the only process that could use improvement. There are thousands of processes among various agencies that could use a second look.

Cynthia D. Dunn,Director of the Tax Exempt and Government Entities (TE/GE), Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at the Internal Revenue Service, will teach “Process Improvement: Identify, Analyze, and Improve” on Tuesday, 7/11, 1:15 – 2:30 P.M. at Federally Employed Women’s (FEW) National Training Program (NTP) in Columbus, Ohio, scheduled for July 10-14. The training benefits will include: 1. Understand barriers that may interfere and how to overcome them. 2. Learn the benefits of Process Improvement and 3. Walk away with ideas to incorporate into your organization to eliminate waste and implement a continuous process improvement plan.

FEW’s NTP offers more than 110 classes in five tracks that include professional development, office technology and administration, leadership and culture, employee experience, as well as mindfulness and wellness. All courses align with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Executive Core Competencies (i.e., leading people, leading change, business acumen, result driven and building coalitions).

Register today for training in the Office Technology and Administration education track:

Evolution of Cybersecurity and Data Analytics in Today’s Workforce. Monday, 7/10, 10:00 – 11:30 A.M. Register Today—only 40 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) Join us for a discussion as we explore the fundamentals of cybersecurity and data analytics. We will discuss how these two career paths intersect and answer questions about when, or if, it is too late to change your career and whether or not you have the right skillset. What else might you need to be successful in these areas? We hope you will join us to find out! Instructor Dr. Lutheria “Lu” Peters, PhD, MS, MPH, CSPO, CSM, of ODEEO/Affirmative Employment Division will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1104)

Adaptability: A Leader’s Guide to Pivoting with Grace and Helping Others Do the Same. Monday, 7/10, 2:45 – 4:00 P.M. Register Today—only 40 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) Leaders who struggle with change or refuse to adapt to new ways of thinking, doing and being are in for a rude surprise and a lot of trouble. The more rapid the pace of change, the direr the consequences of stubbornly sticking to old ways. Like most things in business (and in life), change is a two-edged sword—a threat and an opportunity. Leaders who adapt to rapid change better than their peers very often are able to achieve great things, while leaders who ignore changing circumstances or struggle to “go with the flow” can expect to go the way of the dinosaur. Adapting may be difficult, but it is not impossible. Learn how to overcome your (and other’s) resistance to change to become a more flexible, resilient and successful leader. Instructor Glorimar Maldonado, Diversity Officer, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, U.S. Department of Commerce, will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1101)

Impactful Presentation Skills. Monday, 7/10, 4:15 – 5:15 P.M. Register Today—only 40 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) “Do you want to pursue better communication skills with your vendors, colleagues, and your boss(es)? Do you feel that your presentation skills are lacking and need to improve them for the next project you are assigned? At the root of it…do you still feel unsure about what you are doing when you need to project confidence and be able to accomplish what you have been tasked with? More than ever before, there is a need for good presenters who can not only engage an audience, but provide better communication, whether it is written or verbal. In this session, you will learn to: 1. Discover strategies that translate into your project management, teamwork, and leadership skills in a wide-ranging variety of scenarios; 2. Cultivate a working framework through mind exercises and practice changing old-style habits into high-performing activities; and 3. Create more confidence overall in your daily activities, translating into more personal and professional reward.” Distinguished Toastmaster Joshua D. Smith will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1105)

Data Analysis Using Excel. Tuesday, 7/11, 8:00 – 9:15 A.M. Register Today—only 40 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) One of the most widely used programs for carrying out statistical examination is Microsoft Excel. Because they come with pivot tables that are built in, they are without a doubt the most in-demand analytical tool that is currently available. You can easily import, explore, clean, analyze, and visualize your data with this all-in- one data management software. It also allows you to explore and clean your data. In this piece, we will go over the various approaches to data analysis that can be carried out in Excel. In this session you will learn how to utilize data analysis in excel. Dr. Lutheria “Lu” Peters, PhD, MS, MPH, CSPO, CSM, of ODEEO/Affirmative Employment Division will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1102)

Maximize Your Minutes: The Value of Time Management. Tuesday, 7/11, 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Register Today—only 40 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) Effective time management involves discipline and making good choices about the way you spend your time. In this session, we will identify ways to increase your time’s value and stay focused on key priorities. Beneatha Barkley, MBA, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Southern New Hampshire University, will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1113)

Data Visualization: Infographics. Wednesday, 7/12, 9:30 – 10:45 A.M. Register Today—only 40 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) This session assists professionals in achieving success in environments where Big Data and metrics are critical. We will discuss information design, data analytics and filtering, best practices in visualization, and programming basics taught by industry experts enable you to bring complex statistics to life for a wide range of audiences. Instructor Dr. Lutheria “Lu” Peters, PhD, MS, MPH, CSPO, CSM, of ODEEO/Affirmative Employment Division will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1103)

Implicit Bias: Conscious Decision Maker. Tuesday, 7/11, 9:30 – 10:45 A.M. Register Today—only 36 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) Become aware of your inner storyteller. We must understand that in the absence of details our unconscious minds will fill in the gaps with information based on our life experiences. In this session, participants will learn that we all have an inner storyteller (aka biases) that should not be viewed as good or bad. We just need to become more conscious of the story that is being told is still relevant, helpful, and positive. The training will deliver five key takeaways: 1) Discover what Implicit Bias entails, 2) Understand various types of biases, 3) Break down biases to understand how they show up in the workplace, community and home, 4) The effects of implicit bias on self and others, and 5) How to address implicit bias as an individual and organization as a whole. Kenston Henderson Sr., Founder and CEO, Live With Lyfe, LLC, will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1312)

TSP Pre-Separation. Wednesday, 7/12, 1:15 – 2:30 P.M. Register Today—only 40 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) This course is designed to give late-career participants the tools they need to make smart decisions with their TSP savings as they prepare to retire. The agenda includes the TSP distributions, death benefits and other separation concerns regarding their TSP account. This is a 2½-hour session. Instructor Arvella Collins, who is a TSP Training & Liaison Specialist at the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board, will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1107)

TSP Early to Mid-Career. Wednesday, 7/12, 2:45 – 4:00 P.M. Register Today—only 40 seats. (Not a member yet? Click here.) This webinar focuses on what early and mid-career employees and service members can do to take full advantage of the TSP. You’ll learn how TSP contributions work, the difference between traditional and Roth contributions, and how to manage your TSP account throughout your career. This is a 2½-hour session. Instructor Arvella Collins, who is a TSP Training & Liaison Specialist at the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board, will lead the training. (Office Technology and Administration 1108)

FEW helps more than one million women in the military and civilian workforce become strategic leaders with its four-pillar program: training, legislation, diversity, and compliance. Since 1968, the nonprofit has advocated for equity and diversity for women. FEW works toward advancing women in the government with cutting-edge training, nationwide networking, and invaluable insight. For more information, please visit FEW.org.