Course Description:
In this course, participants will explore the differences between critical thinking and creative thinking, understanding how each contributes uniquely to problem-solving endeavors. They will uncover the benefits and impact of both creative and critical thinking, recognizing that creative thinking fosters flexibility and curiosity to discover possible solutions, while critical thinking promotes objectivity and rationality to determine which is most effective.
Participants will learn systematic steps for examining information, asking the right questions, and evaluating the available options. Additionally, they will explore the concept of framing problems as questions to shift their focus to potential solutions and possibilities.
By the end of this course, your employees will emerge equipped with the tools and techniques necessary to cultivate a critical mindset and embrace curiosity in problem solving, empowering them to tackle challenges with confidence and creativity.
Click on this link to view the flyer: Essential Skills for Thriving in the Workplace
What Past Participants Are Saying
Professionals across Hawaii are finding real value in this course. Here’s what they had to say:
Engaging and Relatable Facilitator
“Christina is very approachable and I did not feel nervous to participate, share opinions or ask questions. She also appears well-versed in the material, which made listening to her and learning from her very easy.”
“Christina did an excellent job on all four courses! Her personal stories helped me connect with the content and retain what I learned.”
“Christina was amazing. Very knowledgeable and engaging. Made subject matter very understandable and meaningful.”
Improved Communication & Emotional Intelligence
“This course helped me better understand how to communicate with coworkers using Emotional Intelligence while maintaining or building trust.”
“It is a great course to help better understand how to be an effective communicator—especially with different communication types.”
Interactive and Reflective Learning
“Great course! I personally like the interaction with other students.”
“I appreciate how the facilitator helped me relate to the topic and rethink my approach and the intentions of others. Great training & terrific, positive facilitator!”
Trainers:
Talent & Organizational Development Team
Details:
Thursday, June 25, 2026
9–10:30 a.m.
The courses in this series will be held on Zoom and will not be recorded.
This is a copyrighted course. Participants may not reproduce (which includes the use of AI screen capture, transcription or notetaking applications), redistribute, disclose, share, email, or otherwise transmit any part of these materials to any other individual or entity, without prior written permission of the Hawaii Employers Council.
We will send you Zoom links and handouts a few days before each session.
Registration:
Member price for each virtual course is $45 per person.
Non-Member price for each virtual course is $90 per person.
*Bulk rate price is available for Members Only at $40 per person for groups of 10 or more people.
Attend the Entire Series:
Member price for all four virtual courses in this series: $180.00* per person.
Non-Member price for all four virtual courses in this series: $360.00 per person.
Click here to register for the full series (4 courses).
Attend the Other Individual Courses in This Series:
(The digital Certificate of Completion and badge are only given to those who completed all 4 courses in the series within a 1-year period of time.)
How to Register:
- Members: Please sign in to your account and select Register.
- Non-Members: To register, please create a free guest account or sign in if you have joined us before.
(Names & email addresses for each employee are needed.)
Registration Deadline:
Registration will close at 6:30 a.m. on the day before the scheduled date of each course.
Cancellation and Class Switching Policy
- Cancellations must be made 7 days before the class date to receive a refund.
- No Shows on the day of the workshop cannot be rescheduled or refunded.
- Please email [email protected] to cancel or request attendee switching.
Digital Certificates of Completion and Badges
Learners who complete all courses in this series within a 12-month period will receive a digital Certificate of Completion and badge to celebrate their achievement. By registering for this series, you agree to allow HEC to release your name and email address to a third-party digital credentialing service (Certifier) to issue your certificate and badge to you via email. If you do not want a Certificate of Completion or badge, please send notification to [email protected] prior to completing the final course in the series.
