Mataram, University of Mataram – UPA Guidance Counselling and Career Development University of Mataram (BKPK Unram) in collaboration with Cristal Indonesia Management held a softskill training activity for lecturers entitled CMC Training Level 1. This activity raised the theme “Realising Quality, Creative and Innovative Teachers Having the Best Softskills in the Digital Age” and was held at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Unram on 25 June 2024.

This activity was filled by three speakers, namely Risma Kusumanendra as team leader, Shinta Ardini, and Mirza Mahel Sifana as team members. The event started with an ice breaking session hosted by Mirza Mahel Sifana.

The pre-training training by Risma Kusumanendra for the lecturers covered various topics, namely the use of digital platforms through Bitly Pre Training, communication practices, ‘Happiness Mindset’, stretching techniques, positive affirmations, and an understanding of happiness hormones. Q&A sessions provided opportunities for direct questions, and life commitment writing encouraged the application of knowledge in daily life. This training aims to strengthen the quality of self and the learning process of lecturers.

Next, Shinta Ardini provided some very useful material for lecturers. Firstly, she discussed public speaking which aims to improve public speaking skills. Next, there was an introduction practice that helped lecturers introduce themselves well. Vocal performance was also a focus, so that lecturers can use their voices effectively. Group introduction practice helps lecturers collaborate in teams. Finally, Shinta talked about storytelling, which helps lecturers tell stories in an interesting and inspiring way.

The lecturers who participated in this activity felt happy, excited, and gained many benefits. They hope this kind of activity can be held regularly to strengthen soft skills that are useful in teaching and learning practices. The Rector of Unram, Prof. Ir. Bambang Hari Kusumo, M.Agr.St., Ph.D. also gave appreciation for this activity and hoped to improve the quality of lecturers at Unram.

The event ended with a group photo and souvenirs from the Cristal Indonesia Management Team containing the following quote: “Teaching Others is the Same as Teaching Yourself. Increase self-evaluation and develop quality, because this will facilitate the process of maturity in educating others”.

This quote symbolises the spirit of learning and self-development for Unram lecturers. This activity is a positive step in improving the quality of Unram lecturers and realising quality, creative and innovative teaching in the digital era.