How to Be an Effective Manager and Leader

This course is designed for supervisors and managers to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of leadership. You will learn about the concept of leadership and why leadership is important in your role as a supervisor/manager.

Course Overview

You will explore the difference between management and leadership and you will also learn about Transactional and Transformational leadership and how these leadership styles impact individual and organizational performance. Understanding Organizational Culture is also important in your role as supervisor/manager, as you will need to actively foster the right attitudes and behavior that will drive performance and create a positive working environment.

You will also be introduced to the concept of motivation and “Action Centered Leadership”. Understanding motivation will give you an insight into human nature and what makes people tick, and Action Centered Leadership is a simple model that will help you to apply everything that you have learned in an easy to understand and practical way.

Course Topics

  • What is leadership and why is leadership important?
  • Is leadership different from management
  • Transactional vs Transformational leadership
  • The importance of understanding Organizational Culture
  • The role of Motivation in effective leadership
  • An “Action Centered Approach” to management and leadership

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