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Welcome to FAQ’s Page
Q: Do I need my managers approval/signature to participate in this training? A: As with all training, you should have your managers approval. No paperwork is needed for registering. Additionally, you can always add this to your Learning Plan or Talent Management Plan.
Q: Do I have to be an official "leader" (team lead, manager, or above) to participate? A: This program is open to all levels, more broadly we all are leaders.
Q: Is it going to be delivered in English, French or Bilingual? A: The program is delivered in both official languages at different times during the year. Usually the Buddy System can be selected on your preferred language.
Q: Do I need a webcam to participate? A: Webcams are always good to have, particularly in smaller groups and one-on-one exercises. Having a webcam help others know the face of the person who is talking, just be conscious of your surroundings or if you're eating.
Q: Can you explain what is the "Buddy System" and how it works? A: The Buddy System is a small group that remains the same during the 8 weeks of the program, allowing for deeper conversations The Buddy System is created before the first session of the program, and -considering the preference of language and the time zone selected during the registration- participants are randomly assigned to each team. An email is send before the first session, where you can get in touch with your buddies. The Buddy System meets once a week, outside of the weekly program session Each Buddy System agrees on when and for how long to chat It is recommended that you meet at least for 5 minutes per participant to chat Buddy system meetings are used to: Connect with each other Discuss what part of the practice was challenging Share ideas, insights, or ah-ha” moments What you liked the most, etc
Q: I am on holidays for part of the program, so I will miss some of the sessions - is that a problem? A: a couple of things here to consider: There is no need to report this to the coordinators, reason is the accountability resides in the participant and the Buddy System If you miss a session, you get in touch with your buddy system and let them know. The sessions are recorded, and posted within the next 48 hours to each session on the MCLD - Program Cohort, CoP & CoI, within the Blogs section. You are welcome to watch the recordings when you can..
Q: What is the total required time to participate in this program? A: As per the description in the invitation page.
Q: Is this something we can attend as a group? (Like in a team, booking a boardroom) A: This program is intended to be attended by volunteer participation and connect individually. The reason for this is because there are a couple of sub-groups activities likely to be randomly assigned during the sessions.
Q: Is there any cost associated to this program? A: No, only your commitment to participate throughout the program
Q: Am I going to receive a confirmation email when I register? A: Yes, everyone who registers is accepted to this program and will receive an outlook calendar meetings invite, likely 5 days prior to the start of the program. In the meantime you can block your calendar.
Q: What is the platform we'll use? A: MS-Teams
Q: I already participated in the program, could I join again? A: Definitely yes!!
Q: I love this program so much, everyone should be taking it. How can I promote it? A: Thanks for helping, for the invitation to the program, simply use this email blurb for promoting the program

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- Back to [[Mindful Change Leadership Development Program Invitation – English Pilot]] / Retourner à [[Mindful Change Leadership Development Program Invitation – English Pilot|Invitation pour participer au «Programme de développement du leadership de la pleine-conscience du changement» - Programme pilote en anglais]]
+ Back to [[Mindful Change Leadership Development Program Invitation – English Pilot|Mindful Change Leadership Development Program Invitation]]
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 !Welcome to '''FAQ’s Page'''
-!Bienvenue dans la page des questions et réponses
+|-
+|'''Q: Do I need my managers approval/signature to participate in this training?'''
+A: As with all training, you should have your managers approval. No paperwork is needed for registering.
+Additionally, you can always add this to your Learning Plan or Talent Management Plan.
+|-
+|'''Q: Do I have to be an official "leader" (team lead, manager, or above) to participate?'''
+A: This program is open to all levels, more broadly we all are leaders.
 |-
 |'''Q: Is it going to be delivered in English, French or Bilingual?'''
-A: At this time, as it is a pilot, this program will be delivered in English.
+A: The program is delivered in both official languages at different times during the year. Usually the Buddy System can be selected on your preferred language.
-In the future it is the intention to deliver it in French at a later date.
-|'''Q: Est-ce qu'il sera donné en anglais, français ou bilingue?'''
-R: Pour le moment, comme il s'agit d'un projet pilote, ce programme sera offert en anglais.
-Dans un proche avenir, il est prévu de le donner en français à une date ultérieure.
 |-
 |'''Q: Do I need a webcam to participate?'''
-A: Webcams are always good to have particularly in smaller groups and one-on-one exercises. Having a webcam help others know the face of the person who is talking.
+A: Webcams are always good to have, particularly in smaller groups and one-on-one exercises. Having a webcam help others know the face of the person who is talking, just be conscious of your surroundings or if you're eating.
-|'''Q: Ai-je besoin d'une caméra web pour participer?'''
-R: Les caméras web sont toujours bonnes à avoir, en particulier dans les petits groupes et les exercices individuels. Avoir une caméra web aide les autres à connaître le visage de la personne qui parle.
 |-
-|'''Q: I'm not sure if I have access to WebEx, how can I test that?'''
+|'''Q: Can you explain what is the "Buddy System" and how it works?'''
-A: For testing the WebEx, you can follow this link https://www.webex.com/test-meeting.html
+A: The Buddy System is a small group that remains the same during the 8 weeks of the program, allowing for deeper conversations
-Additionally, you can check the following documents:
+* The Buddy System is created before the first session of the program, and -considering the preference of language and the time zone selected during the registration- participants are randomly assigned to each team. An email is send before the first session, where you can get in touch with your buddies.
-* [[:en:images/e/eb/Microphone,_haut-parleur_et_webcam_de_test_WebEx_Testing_microphone,_speaker_and_webcam.pdf|WebEx_Testing_microphone,_speaker_and_webcam.pdf]]
+* The Buddy System meets once a week, outside of the weekly program session
-* [[:en:images/a/a2/Introduction_à_Webex_introduction.pdf|Webex_introduction.pdf]]
+* Each Buddy System agrees on when and for how long to chat
-|'''Q: Je ne suis pas sûr d'avoir accès à WebEx, comment puis-je le tester?'''
+* It is recommended that you meet at least for 5 minutes per participant to chat
-R: Pour tester WebEx, vous pouvez suivre ce lien https://www.webex.com/fr/test-meeting.html
+* Buddy system meetings are used to:
+** Connect with each other
-De plus, vous pouvez vérifier les documents suivants:
+** Discuss what part of the practice was challenging
-* [[:en:images/e/eb/Microphone,_haut-parleur_et_webcam_de_test_WebEx_Testing_microphone,_speaker_and_webcam.pdf|Microphone, haut-parleur et webcam de test WebEx.pdf]]
+** Share ideas, insights, or ah-ha” moments
-* [[:en:images/a/a2/Introduction_à_Webex_introduction.pdf|Introduction_à_Webex_introduction.pdf]]
+** What you liked the most, etc
 |-
 |'''Q: I am on holidays for part of the program, so I will miss some of the sessions - is that a problem?'''
-A: Ideally you're supposed to be available for the whole program, with this, I understand things happen. You should talk with your “Buddy System” about this.
+A: a couple of things here to consider:
-|'''Q: Je suis en vacances pour une partie du programme, donc je vais manquer certaines des sessions - est-ce un problème?'''
-R: Idéalement, vous êtes censé être disponible pour tout le programme, avec cela, je comprends que ça se passent. Vous devriez en parler avec votre "compagnon" à ce sujet.
+* There is no need to report this to the coordinators, reason is '''the accountability resides in the participant and the Buddy System'''
+* If you miss a session, you '''get in touch with your buddy system''' and let them know.
+* The '''sessions are recorded''', and posted within the next 48 hours to each session on the '''[[gccollab:groups/profile/7978973/mcld-program-cohort-cop-coi-program-dlpc-cohorte-cdp-et-cdi|MCLD - Program Cohort, CoP & CoI]]''', within the Blogs section. You are welcome to watch the recordings when you can..
 |-
 |'''Q: What is the total required time to participate in this program?'''
-A: As per the description in the invitation, from 1 hour and 20 minutes to 2 hours per week
+A: As per the description in the [[Mindful Change Leadership Development Program Invitation|invitation page]].
-|'''Q: Quel est le temps total requis pour participer à ce programme?'''
-R: Selon la description de l'invitation, de 1 heure et 20 minutes à 2 heures par semaine.
 |-
 |'''Q: Is this something we can attend as a group? (Like in a team, booking a boardroom)'''
-A: This program is intended to be attended by volunteer participation and connect individually. The reason for this is because there are a couple of sub-groups activities likely to be randomly assigned by webex.
+A: This program is intended to be attended by volunteer participation and connect individually. The reason for this is because there are a couple of sub-groups activities likely to be randomly assigned during the sessions.
-|'''Q: Est-ce quelque chose auquel nous pouvons assister en tant que groupe? (Comme dans une équipe, réserver une salle de conférence)'''
-R: Ce programme est destiné à être suivi de façon volontaire et à se connecter individuellement. La raison en est qu'il existe quelques activités de sous-groupes susceptibles d'être attribuées au hasard par webex.
-|-
-|'''Q: Will I be connecting using the telephone or by using my computer speakers/headphones?'''
-A: Webex audio is your best option, thus using your computer’s speakers (headphones, earplugs or similar), and microphone. This is given that some of the exercises requires that you put your hands down.
-|'''Q: Vais-je me connecter en utilisant le téléphone ou en utilisant les haut-parleurs / écouteurs de mon ordinateur?'''
-R: L'audio Webex est votre meilleure option, utilisant ainsi les haut-parleurs de votre ordinateur (casque, bouchons d'oreille ou similaire) et le microphone. Ceci étant donné que certains des exercices nécessitent que vous baissiez les mains.
 |-
 |'''Q: Is there any cost associated to this program?'''
 A: No, only your commitment to participate throughout the program
-|'''Q: Y a-t-il des frais associés à ce programme?'''
-R: Non, seulement votre engagement à participer tout au long du programme.
 |-
 |'''Q: Am I going to receive a confirmation email when I register?'''
-A: Yes, likely 5 days prior to the start of the program, those who registered will receive the pre-program self-assessment
+A: Yes, everyone who registers is accepted to this program and will receive an outlook calendar meetings invite, likely 5 days prior to the start of the program. In the meantime you can block your calendar.
-|'''Q: Vais-je recevoir un courriel de confirmation lors de mon inscription?'''
+|-
-R: Oui, probablement 5 jours avant le début du programme, ceux qui se sont inscrits recevront l'auto-évaluation préprogramme.
+|'''Q: What is the platform we'll use?'''
+A: MS-Teams
+|-
+|'''Q: I already participated in the program, could I join again?'''
+A: Definitely yes!!
 |-
-|'''Q: Do I need my managers approval/signature to participate in this training?'''
+|'''Q: I love this program so much, everyone should be taking it. How can I promote it?'''
-A: As with all training, you should have your managers approval. No paperwork is needed for registering
+A: Thanks for helping, for the invitation to the program, simply use this '''[[MCLD-DLCP invitation email blurb|email blurb for promoting the program]]'''
-|'''Q: Ai-je besoin de l'approbation / signature de mes gestionnaires pour participer à cette formation?'''
-R: Comme pour toute formation, vous devez avoir l'approbation de vos gestionnaires. Aucun formulaire n'est nécessaire pour vous inscrire.
 |}
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