https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usMon, 17 Aug 2026 07:14:40 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/paralegal-cert-2025.aspxReady for a new career in law? USF’s online Paralegal Certificate provides flexible, six-month training taught by sitting judges, plus a digital badge and portfolio to showcase your skills. The next cohort begins January 20, 2026.George TsongranisThu, 18 Dec 2025 10:34:53 USF Paralegal Certificate: A Promising Career PathwayReady for a new career in law? USF’s online Paralegal Certificate provides flexible, six-month training taught by sitting judges, plus a digital badge and portfolio to showcase your skills. The next cohort begins January 20, 2026.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/paralegal-cert-2025.aspxLegal,Paralegalhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/micromanagement.aspxThis piece explores how micromanagement—often rooted in good intentions—can hinder team performance and long-term productivity. It outlines practical strategies for leaders to create clarity, delegate effectively, communicate without intruding, and empower employees to take ownership of their work. By shifting focus from controlling tasks to supporting outcomes, managers foster stronger teams and a more collaborative workplace.George TsongranisThu, 11 Dec 2025 09:47:59 Guarding Against MicromanagementThis piece explores how micromanagement—often rooted in good intentions—can hinder team performance and long-term productivity. It outlines practical strategies for leaders to create clarity, delegate effectively, communicate without intruding, and empower employees to take ownership of their work. By shifting focus from controlling tasks to supporting outcomes, managers foster stronger teams and a more collaborative workplace.Images of micro people being managed by a handhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/micromanagement.aspxLeadership and Managementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/gamification.aspxFrom classrooms to corporate training, gamification helps learners stay focused and energized. Learn how game-like features enhance learning—and why balance matters for true effectiveness.George TsongranisThu, 04 Dec 2025 10:17:02 How Gamification Motivates Modern LearnersFrom classrooms to corporate training, gamification helps learners stay focused and energized. Learn how game-like features enhance learning—and why balance matters for true effectiveness.Gamification Charthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/gamification.aspxLeadership and Management,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/bedc-2025.aspxUSF’s 2025 Basic Economic Development Course brought together 46 professionals for three days of practitioner-led training, peer learning, and statewide collaboration on the St. Petersburg campus. As Florida continues to lead the nation in talent attraction and economic momentum, the BEDC equips new and experienced practitioners with the tools, insights, and connections needed to strengthen their communities. This year’s program also set the stage for the course’s 50th anniversary in 2026.David HillWed, 03 Dec 2025 00:36:33 USF Basic Economic Development Course Builds Leaders, Strengthens Communities, and Showcases Florida’s MomentumUSF’s 2025 Basic Economic Development Course brought together 46 professionals for three days of practitioner-led training, peer learning, and statewide collaboration on the St. Petersburg campus. As Florida continues to lead the nation in talent attraction and economic momentum, the BEDC equips new and experienced practitioners with the tools, insights, and connections needed to strengthen their communities. This year’s program also set the stage for the course’s 50th anniversary in 2026.Pier Teaki St.Pete - Photo by George Boumradhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/bedc-2025.aspxBusiness,Leadership and Management,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/grateful-for-leadership.aspxThis Thanksgiving reflection highlights the positive influence of three USF leaders whose mentorship, support, and vision have shaped both workplace culture and personal growth.Mark KoulianosTue, 25 Nov 2025 17:30:44 Grateful for Exemplary Models of LeadershipThis Thanksgiving reflection highlights the positive influence of three USF leaders whose mentorship, support, and vision have shaped both workplace culture and personal growth.A stack of books by autumn leaveshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/grateful-for-leadership.aspxDirector's Corner,Leadership and Managementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/skill-gaps.aspxThe widening skills gap is slowing innovation, straining wages, and limiting opportunity across industries. This article highlights the economic impact of the gap and how continued learning can help close it.George TsongranisThu, 20 Nov 2025 09:46:35 The Consequences of the Skills GapThe widening skills gap is slowing innovation, straining wages, and limiting opportunity across industries. This article highlights the economic impact of the gap and how continued learning can help close it.A gap being bridged by a large handhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/skill-gaps.aspxHuman Resources,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/follow-your-effort-optimum-performance.aspxGuest contributor George Klimis shares how effort, paired with emotional intelligence, can transform personal and professional performance. His perspective highlights why sustained action, self-awareness, and resilience create meaningful growth.George KlimisFri, 14 Nov 2025 18:54:55 Using Emotional Intelligence for Optimum PerformanceGuest contributor George Klimis shares how effort, paired with emotional intelligence, can transform personal and professional performance. His perspective highlights why sustained action, self-awareness, and resilience create meaningful growth.Follow Your Efforthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/follow-your-effort-optimum-performance.aspxLeadership and Management,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/creative-management.aspxWhen creativity meets management, innovation follows. Discover how today’s most effective leaders use creative thinking to drive collaboration, adaptability, and growth.George TsongranisThu, 13 Nov 2025 11:53:50 Today’s Workforce Calls for Creative ManagementWhen creativity meets management, innovation follows. Discover how today’s most effective leaders use creative thinking to drive collaboration, adaptability, and growth.A lightbulb exploding with colorhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/creative-management.aspxLeadership and Management,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/whos-the-boss.aspxBeing your own boss means embracing both risk and reward. Learn how autonomy, purpose, and perseverance drive entrepreneurs to turn ideas into lasting success.George TsongranisThu, 06 Nov 2025 11:25:30 Who’s the Boss? Maybe You!Being your own boss means embracing both risk and reward. Learn how autonomy, purpose, and perseverance drive entrepreneurs to turn ideas into lasting success.A toddler in a business suit and sunglasses at a desk with coffeehttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/whos-the-boss.aspxBusiness,Leadership and Managementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/quarterback-manager.aspxFrom reading the playbook to motivating the team, quarterbacks and managers share the same core skills. Learn how communication, trust, and humility drive success in both arenas.George TsongranisThu, 30 Oct 2025 10:14:45 Quarterback and Manager: Different Fields, Similar LeadershipFrom reading the playbook to motivating the team, quarterbacks and managers share the same core skills. Learn how communication, trust, and humility drive success in both arenas.A man in a suit holding a footballhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/quarterback-manager.aspxLeadership and Management,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/keep-it-professional.aspxBringing your “authentic self” to work doesn’t mean leaving professionalism behind. Learn how mindful communication, respect, and balance foster a positive and productive workplace.Mark KoulianosThu, 23 Oct 2025 14:51:38 Keeping It Professional in the WorkplaceBringing your “authentic self” to work doesn’t mean leaving professionalism behind. Learn how mindful communication, respect, and balance foster a positive and productive workplace.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/keep-it-professional.aspxDirector's Corner,Human Resources,Leadership and Management,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/tampa.aspxFrom Tampa’s innovation and history to St. Pete’s creativity and Sarasota’s coastal charm, USF’s campuses reflect the best of Tampa Bay. This article highlights why the region is a premier place to learn, work, and grow.George TsongranisThu, 16 Oct 2025 15:32:02 Tampa Bay: A Place to Learn and LiveFrom Tampa’s innovation and history to St. Pete’s creativity and Sarasota’s coastal charm, USF’s campuses reflect the best of Tampa Bay. This article highlights why the region is a premier place to learn, work, and grow.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/tampa.aspxHospitality,Professional Development