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University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Goal Setting
Goodwill Industries International
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Talent Pipelining, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis
Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, Communication
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