Effective Management and Leadership | Washington, D.C.

About this class

While each industry and company has nuances, being an effective and successful manager requires a specific set of skills that you can identify, acquire and practice. These skills are different than the skills you used as a member of that team. As a manager, there is the added dynamic of being a leader of your team while simultaneously being a member of your manager’s team. Being a manager has many challenges. Understanding the multiple roles you will play, will allow you to better manage your time and establish priorities for yourself, your team and your manager.

Takeaways

• Understand the 4 key roles of a manager
• Learn the responsibilities and functions for each role
• Learn the professional skills you need to be successful as a manager
• Define the transition process from a member of the team to the leader of the team
• Explore what genuine leadership means for you.

Prereqs & Preparation

• This class is for first time managers or those seeking a management role.
• Participants should be prepared with 3 specific management challenges they’ve experienced as a manager or an employee
• Be prepared with your favorite note-taking device (laptop, tablet, notebook, pen, etc.)