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Professional Development

You and your people are your greatest asset. Bring out the best in your talented employees.

Develop Your Talents

We offer many types of training to help jumpstart new businesses all the way through leadership training for seasoned professionals at large corporations. Enrich your employees by investing in their growth or learn how to address challenges through professional development training that covers timely and real-world topics. 

Address today’s employer challenges. These training programs will help you develop and retain talent, foster a positive culture and more.

Designed for current and prospective business owners and managers, these courses equip you with the skills needed to successfully start and grow a business. 

Engage in continuing education for law enforcement, correctional and peace officers. 

September 2025
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Essentials of Effective Supervision (12-Week program)

The 12-week Essentials of Effective Supervision course provides a strong knowledge base for frontline supervisors, managers and team leaders. This series is designed to provide new supervisors, and those aspiring to become supervisors, with a unique blend of knowledge, skills and strategies in the areas needed to effectively and efficiently supervise others. Participants will immediately […]
09 Sep - 02 Dec
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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QTR – Quality Time Remaining

Knowing how long the game will last radically changes how you play. Join us for a powerful and engaging session with Steve Baker, Vice President of The Great Game of Business and author of Quality Time Remaining™. Known for his energetic and irreverent style, Steve delivers more actionable takeaways than any speaker you’ll see this year. In this thought-provoking […]
18 Sep
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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405 N. Jefferson
Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE)

Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (C.R.A.S.E.) – Lunch and Learn

Join us for a Lunch & Learn session focused on business preparedness for active shooter events. The Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) course, based on the Avoid, Deny, Defend (ADD) strategy developed by ALERRT, offers essential strategies, practical guidance, and a proven plan for surviving an active shooter event. Research shows that businesses […]
19 Sep
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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Transforming Conflict into Positive Outcomes

Does conflict sometimes interfere with the day-to-day operations of your organization? Actually, conflict is a natural and even beneficial fact of life in the business environment. However, when not managed well it can result in low morale, decreased productivity, high stress levels, and the loss of good employees, all of which detract from the organization’s […]
30 Sep
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
efactory
405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
October 2025
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The Great Game of Business® – Minigames™

MiniGames™ What to Expect: MiniGames™ are a fun and effective way to gamify performance, drive results, and boost employee engagement. By turning business challenges into focused, short-term games, teams build business literacy, strengthen collaboration, and generate measurable outcomes — all while having fun. In this half-day (4-hour) training, you’ll learn the key principles for designing a […]
02 Oct
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
efactory
405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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The Power of Positive Teams

Many organizations are feeling pressure due to the increased competition for talent, having fewer people to keep up, and operating in a constant state of change. As a lack of connection deteriorates team culture and engagement, remaining positive and avoiding the doom-and-gloom forecasts can be challenging. Building a positive, people-first culture can help you tell […]
07 Oct
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
efactory
405 N Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
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MEETING YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS

Customized Training

Looking to quickly and efficiently meet a variety of employee and business needs? 

Want to bust out of old ways of thinking and propel innovation forward? 

We can customize training options based on your company’s individual needs.

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Build Ideas. Break Barriers.

You’ve tried standard solutions and got ho-hum results. Let’s build a custom program to address your team’s challenges — with LEGO® Serious Play.® 

We’ll work with you to create a workshop dedicated to breaking down communication barriers, fostering teamwork & identifying innovative solutions.

Develop Your Skills

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Feel like you’re ready for the next step in your career? Want to gain a deeper understanding of business? 

We offer 60-hour packages that result in a certification on a variety of business topics, including:

  • Leadership & Management
  • Supervision & Talent
  • Administrative Professional

Create a Culture of Innovation

Being agile & willing to adapt is crucial. Design a customized Innovation Accelerator for your organization. 

We’ll work with you to create a day dedicated to breaking down communication barriers, fostering teamwork & identifying innovative solutions to help your organization overcome challenges & achieve shared goals. 

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