READY, AIM, FIRE: A HOW-TO GUIDE FOR EMPLOYEE TERMINATIONS Monday, September 16, 2024  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM In your career, you may face the challenging task of conducting a layoff or employee termination. It's a difficult position to be in, but with the right preparation, you can handle it effectively and with poise. While no one looks forward to these conversations, careful planning can help make them less painful and awkward for everyone involved, while also reducing potential legal and personal risks. Employee terminations are among the riskiest actions an employer can take. In this seminar, we'll explore how to make the right decision, plan thoroughly, and execute the termination process in a way that minimizes risks to your business. Key topics include: - Approaching terminations with empathy, clarity, and a strong understanding of best practices and legal considerations. - Managing confrontational behavior during termination meetings. - Communicating a layoff due to business downturns, even when the employee's performance has been strong. - Addressing situations where a terminated employee misrepresents the facts or reasons for their separation to other employees. Join us to gain the tools and confidence needed to handle terminations with professionalism and care. This is a lunch […]

TRANSITIONING FROM THE FIELD TO THE OFFICE (PANEL) Wednesday, September 25, 2024  |  2:00PM - 4:00PM Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring industry experts who have successfully transitioned from field positions to management/executive roles. Our esteemed panelists include Jeremy Winstead, Tiffani Weathers, and Jason McDougal, each bringing a unique perspective and valuable experiences to share. The discussion will be facilitated by Jamie Vanek. Panelists will share their career paths, challenges faced, pivotal moments, and lessons learned during their transition to management roles. Aspiring professionals will gain tips and strategies to plan and navigate their career progression effectively. Engage with the panelists during an interactive Q&A session to address specific queries and gain personalized career advice. SPEAKERS Tiffani Weathers is a dynamic professional with over a decade of construction and safety management experience, starting her career as an electrical apprentice in 2005. Tiffani transitioned over to safety in 2008 where she served as a site safety technician for site-specific government projects. Currently serving as the corporate safety director for Comfort Systems of Virginia, Tiffani oversees safety protocols, ensures regulatory compliance, and fosters a culture of safety excellence across multiple locations. Alongside her successful corporate career, Tiffani is also passionate about […]