The DOM Insider: A Monthly Staff Newsletter

10 Books for Career & Life Development

Summer is a time to catch up on reading and learning. In this session, Aaron Tabacco, DOM director of staff experience, and guests will share the books that are in their top 10 for career and life.

Friday, 8/15, 12:35-12:50 pm, via Zoom

AI Prompt Skills Development

Using LLMs like ChatGPT requires ongoing skills development as these tools evolve. This interactive session will introduce a specific model to help you get the most out of your prompts.

Tuesday, 8/26, 12:10-1:00 pm, via Zoom

LinkedIn Learning: AI Role-play Conversations

In this free LinkedIn AI-powered communication role-play feature, users can have a real-time, audio conversation with the AI agent to practice communication, negotiation, and more.

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Project Management Practices & Tools Workshop

This workshop on project management, offered by UCSF Learning & Organization Development, will provide skills on planning, setting expectations, and more. Register early to secure your spot!

Thursday, 11/6, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, via Zoom

DOMINOs Version 2.0

Please complete the form below to share your contact information if you're interested in hosting a DOMINOs (Department of Medicine Informal Networking Opportunities) event in your area, or if you'd like to suggest specific events or ideas (hosting not required). This reboot of DOMINOs will focus on no- or low-cost, community-based gatherings – think free public lectures, First Friday walks, local food truck meetups (at participants' own expense), and more.

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More Professional Development Opportunities!

Microsoft Excel – Intermediate Workshop

This virtual, half-day, instructor-led workshop is for business users who are already familiar with Microsoft Excel and want to take their skills to the next level. Learn powerful techniques that can help save significant time, analyze data and extract important business insights, present information in a compelling way, and collaborate with others more effectively.

Wednesday, September 3, 1:00 pm-4:30 pm, via Zoom

Mindfulness Meditation to Reduce Stress & Anxiety at Work (Seven-week course)

Join us on a seven-week journey via Zoom to unlock your full potential and lead a more balanced, focused, and healthier work life. The course takes place in forty-five-minute online sessions Friday mornings for seven weeks. Sessions will be recorded in an online portal for daily practices and connecting with a community of like-minded people seeking to grow and develop new skills.

Friday, September 12, 8:30 am-9:15 am, via Zoom (recurring)

Upcoming Events

Virtual/Hybrid Events:

Thursday, August 7, 12:05-1:00 pm (recurring dates) Toastmasters in Healthcare via Zoom. Host: UCSF Toastmasters

In-Person Events:

Wednesday, July 23, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm (recurring dates) Thrive City Weekly Workout Classes, Chase Center. Host: Campus Life Services
Tuesday, August 12, 4:00 pm-6:00 pm Paint Nite at Mission Bay, Rutter Center Lounge. Host: Campus Life Services & UCSF Arts and Events
Friday, August 15, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm “For the Love of Art” Exhibition Opening Reception, UCSF Faculty-Alumni House. Host: Brain Tumor Center/Dept. of Neurological Surgery
Friday, August 15, 7:15 pm Native American Heritage Night @ SF Giants, Oracle Park. Host: Office of Diversity and Outreach
Thursday, August 28, 8:00 am-9:00 am (recurring dates) UCSF Bike Bus, Ferry Building to Mission Bay. Host: UCSF Bikes!