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Mid-Management seminars continue at MGC Oct. 15 SECTION 2 - PAGE 7 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12. lft> It is not too late to register to participate in the mid- management aeries of seminars being offered this fall at McHenry County College. Seven seminars are offered. They are: "Getting Things Done Through Goal Setting", Oct. 15; - "Assertive Management And Value ClarificationFor Decision Making". Oct. 22; "Increasing Productivity Through Better Use Of People", Nov. 5; "Modern Superv i sory Techniques In Problem Solving'1, Nov. 10; "Preventive Discipline", Dec., 3; and "Techniques Of Effective Leadership". Dec. 10. It is possible to sign up for any or all of the seminars. Those who choose to register for all not only get one free; they receive a certificate of completion at the end. The seminars are) held Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 P.m., in room 138A at MCC. Students should bring their lunch. The instructor is John Maloney, who has been training director for Mbtorola Inc. ana teaches for the Midwest Industr ia l Management Association. Hie communication seminar probes the barriers to effective and productive interpersonal relationships. It covers communications, awareness, leadership and motivation as useful suggestions for solving people problems and reducing tension and stress on the job. Getting things done stresses how to become a more effective manager through goal setting, and highlights the importance of utilizing all of the resources available to achieve maximum productivity. Techniques used in decision making and problem solving are also defined as proven methods of removing obstacles to goals. Assertive management deals with the how-to's of accompl i sh ing va lue clarification and assertive management.This involves stating one's position positively and honestly, while recognizing other's rights and feelings. Increasing productivity explores techniques for changing attitudes. The fine points of participatory management are explained. Modern superv i sory techniques focuses on the causes of managerial problem solving so they can be identified ana effectively dealt with. Preventive discipline teaches supervisors to deal with the common discipline problems- insubordination, absenteeism and unsatisfactory work. Techniques of leadership offers insights into the traits, situational and behavioral theories of leadership. " Register in person for the seminars at MCC, Route 14 and Lucas Road. Crystal Lake. general y Wl IW HI News Map pinpoints Chicago area theatres A guide to theatres in the Chicago area, "Stage Directions," features a detailed map which pinpoints the locations of 58 theatres in Chicago and nearbv suburbs. The map also indicates the locations of the League's Hot Tix booths, which sell half-price, day-of-performance tickets to Chicago area theatre productions. 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