07/29/2026
One of our instructors, Eric Dormoh Jr attended the STEM & Trades Career Fair today at the International Institute of Minnesota Hall of Nations. This free event connected new Americans, refugees, and immigrants with employers offering jobs and training paths in science, technology, engineering, math, and trade industries.
06/09/2026
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR FREE WEBINAR
Have you ever wondered why certain team dynamics just seem to click, while other working relationships require a lot more effort? You aren't alone.
Metro State IPD's upcoming webinar, "Why Are Some People So Hard to Manage?", has officially become one of our most popular sessions this year, and spots are filling up fast. If you have been meaning to sign up, consider this your official final call.
Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CDT)
Location: Virtual (Live Webinar)
What we are diving into:
Beyond "Difficult": Shifting the lens from seeing someone as a "problem" to decoding the root causes of workplace friction.
The "Why": Understanding how different working styles, motivations, and communication gaps can accidentally create tension.
Actionable Strategies: Practical, real-world tools to help you bridge the gap, de-escalate frustration, and bring out the absolute best in your team.
Whether you are a seasoned executive, a new manager, or an aspiring leader, this fast-paced, high-impact hour will completely change how you approach challenging professional dynamics.
Don't look back on Thursday wishing you had joined us. Grab your virtual seat before registration closes tonight.
Secure your spot now: https://metrostateipd.org/why-are-some-people-so-hard-to-manage/
05/26/2026
Have you ever struggled to understand why a colleague or team member is behaving a certain way?
Difficult workplace dynamics can create major roadblocks, but managing them effectively becomes much easier once you understand what drives the behavior.
Join the Metro State Institute for Professional Development for a free upcoming webinar: "Why Are Some People So Difficult to Manage?" on Wednesday, June 10, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM CDT.
Led by Jeannette Grace, this virtual training will dive into how the brain influences difficult behavior and reveal the four main drivers behind it. This is highly valuable information for managers, team leaders, HR professionals, and anyone wanting to improve workplace culture and communication.
Investing time in these skills is incredibly important for professional growth and day-to-day workplace harmony.
Don't miss out on this free training opportunity. Click the link below to sign up, and please tag or share this post with friends, managers, or colleagues who would find this helpful!
Registration closes on Tuesday, June 9.
Sign up here:
metrostateipd.org
05/06/2026
ONLY 3 SEATS LEFT!
We all know change is always coming, but it may already be here for some companies.
Is your leadership team ready to handle it, or just reacting to it?
Join us next week, May 13-14, for our most popular experiential workshop: Leading Teams Through Change.
This isn't your typical sit-and-listen seminar. You’ll step into a high-stakes simulation at the fictional company "Grolson," managing real emails, meetings, and crises in real-time. It’s the ultimate "flight simulator" for leadership.
📍 Where: Metro State University (St. Paul Campus)
⏰ When: May 13 & 14, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
💡 Bonus: Bring a colleague and unlock our Group Discount (20% off!).
Don't let these final spots go to waste. Secure your seat today:
https://metrostateipd.org/leading-teams-through-change-workshop-linked-in/