New York Life Webinar Trainings

ComPsych GuidanceResources workshops provide valuable learning opportunities. Topics are designed and written to address a variety of issues that affect you at home and in the workplace. These 45-60 minute programs are informative and engaging. Register below to choose the training and time that best fits your schedule.

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January Webinar

After the Holidays: Managing That Debt

January 15 at 1 p.m. Eastern

Did you spend more for the holidays than you intended? Did you go into debt, maybe at unfavorable terms? Are you worried about how you will pay these debts off? Would you like to avoid being in the same position next year? Holiday shopping can sink even the best budget if one is not careful. And post-holiday credit card bills can cause high levels of stress. This session will help you figure out how to get out of debt quickly and cost effectively, and take steps to make sure you don’t end up in debt again next year.

February Webinar

Addressing Employee Performance Issues in a Supportive Way

February 12 at 1 p.m. Eastern

When addressing performance issues, it can be hard to show employees that you care about and support them, while still being clear about problems and expectations. This session offers tools for having supportive conversations in these challenging situations.

March Webinar

Becoming a Better Listener

March 12 at 1 p.m. Eastern

Statistics show that people remember only half of what they hear, even moments after they’ve heard it. Surprising? The fact is that while most of us like to think we’re good listeners, almost everyone needs to improve their listening skills. This session offers a fresh approach to this common problem.

April Webinar

10 Strategies for Improving Your Finances

April 9 at 1 p.m. Eastern

The current economic climate brings both challenges and opportunities from a financial perspective. You may wonder during these challenging times: “What should I be most careful about” and “What should my family and I work towards?” The 10 financial tips discussed in this session will get you on the road to financial well-being during challenging times.

May Webinar

Counseling and Therapy, Demystified

May 14 at 1 p.m. Eastern

There are many myths about counseling and psychotherapy that ultimately prevent people from seeking the help that they need. In this session we will explore these myths and demystify the therapy process. We will look at areas where therapy might be beneficial. This session will provide some insight into what happens during a therapy session and what one can expect when seeking services. We will give an overview of different therapeutic approaches and discuss appropriate levels of care to address certain concerns.

June Webinar

School’s Out: Getting Everyone Through the Summer

June 11 at 1 p.m. Eastern

It is summertime, and school is out! For many people, summer conjures images of lazy, relaxing days at the beach. However, for many working families, summer brings the challenges of balancing the demands of adult work schedules with the desire to provide safe, fun activities for children. This session offers several ideas on summer activities and provides practical suggestions on how to keep your kids safe while you’re at work.

July Webinar

Motivating Change in Others

July 9 at 1 p.m. Eastern

How do you help someone who is struck or ambivalent about making an important change in their life?
Do you give them advice? Do you argue or debate them to persuade them make a change? Do you become frustrated when those strategies fail and then accuse them of being foolish? We can respectfully engage others to help them make changes through careful listening and by allowing the other person to identify their own priorities and motivations. The key communication skills addressed in this session are adapted from motivational Interviewing and involve asking open questions, affirming, reflecting and summarizing in order to help someone move from ambivalence to action.

August Webinar

Basics of Estate Planning

August 13 at 1 p.m. Eastern

Although most people think estate planning is for just the elderly, it is actually important to everyone else, too—especially for those with minor children, substantial assets or unusual circumstances. Estate planning can allow one to make decisions on who receives their estate and make arrangements for disability, medical care and guardianship for minor children. Properly done, estate planning can remove many burdens from surviving family members during a stressful time.

September Webinar

Preventing Employee Burnout

September 17 at 1 p.m. Eastern

Burnout is a growing concern for many employers, as it can impact morale, employee retention, work productivity and more. In this session, we describe the signals that leaders can watch for and introduce strategies to help them prevent burnout from impacting the workforce.

October Webinar

The Psychology Behind Saving Money and Other Good Financial Habits

October 15 at 1 p.m. Eastern

Most people can honestly say they believe it’s important to spend within their means and to save money for the future. Unfortunately, good intentions are often at odds with how our mind works. For example, many want to save for the future but have no motivation to because they have not imagined that future. This course addresses the psychology behind saving money and adopting good financial habits. It will examine recent research related to how and why people save vs. spend and identify strategies for participants to change their financial mindset and develop new habits.

November Webinar

Managing Holiday Stress

November 12 at 1 p.m. Eastern

The approaching holiday season brings many expectations. Often this makes us feel like we are being pulled in a hundred different directions. There are office parties to attend, family get-togethers to schedule, children’s holiday recitals and gifts to buy. The holidays can be one of the happiest times of the year, yet it can also be one of the most stressful. Maintaining balance and keeping stress from overwhelming you are the keys to an enjoyable holiday season. This session provides an overview of common stressors people encounter during the holidays, and offers “stress buster” tips to help you get the most possible enjoyment out of the season.

December Webinar

Managing Staff Through Stressful Situations

December 10 at 1 p.m. Eastern

When facing heightened stress, employees react in diverse ways. For some, stress leads to a dropoff in performance, lowered morale or emotional outbursts. For others, high-pressure, stressful situations actually become an opportunity to shine. As a manager, it’s difficult to anticipate the multitude of reactions you’re likely to observe during times of stress, and even harder to be equipped with the tools to handle them all. This workshop helps you plan for the expected and the unexpected and provides practical tools for dealing with both positive and negative employee behaviors during stressful times.

Recorded Webinars

All webinars are recorded and posted for viewing whenever you have the time.

These webinars are for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical, financial, tax, legal, or any other type of advice. The material, vendors, speakers, etc. conducting the webinars are solely responsible for the content of their webinars or presentations which may not necessarily represent the views and opinions of New York Life Insurance Company or its subsidiaries. These programs are NOT insurance and do not provide reimbursement for financial losses. Some restrictions may apply. Customers are required to pay the entire discounted charge for any discounted products or services available through these programs. Some services are available at the option of the employer for an additional cost. Programs are provided through third party vendors who are solely responsible for their products and services. Full terms, conditions and exclusions are contained in the applicable client program description and are subject to change. Program availability may vary by plan type and location and are not available where prohibited by law. These programs are not available under policies issued by New York Life Group Insurance Company of NY. Services are provided exclusively by ComPsych® effective January 1, 2023. ComPsych is solely responsible for its services and is not affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company or any of its affiliates. New York Life Group Benefit Solutions products and services are provided by Life Insurance Company of North America and New York Life Group Insurance Company of NY, subsidiaries of New York Life Insurance Company.