This training is delivered in 3-hour sessions virtually for six weeks, or in 4-hour sessions delivered in person over five weeks. In these sessions you will cover:

• Session 1: Making the Shift to Leader
  Leadership isn’t just a promotion—it’s a new way of thinking. Designed for first-time leaders or those preparing to step into the role, this session helps participants redefine what leadership truly means. They’ll explore how to balance supporting and challenging their team, understand the critical differences between managing tasks and leading people, navigate the shifts in responsibilities and relationships that come with leadership, dispel common myths new leaders believe, and identify strategies to overcome them.
• Session 2: Developing Self-Awareness
  Every leader must start with self-awareness. Using the DiSC© behavioral profile, participants will gain an introductory understanding of their natural leadership tendencies, strengths, and blind spots. This session also provides insights into the diverse personalities on their team and demonstrates how to adapt their approach to connect more effectively with everyone. This foundational self-discovery sets the stage for building stronger relationships across the organization.
• Session 3: Effective Communication
  Clear, purposeful communication is essential for any new leader to build credibility. This session helps participants recognize and overcome common communication barriers by practicing active listening. They’ll learn to give constructive feedback using a simple yet powerful method to ensure every interaction strengthens relationships and drives performance.
• Session 4: Assessing & Developing Skills
  Leadership development is a continuous journey. When mastering any new skill, individuals move through distinct stages of development, each requiring tailored support. This session helps participants identify their own current stage of leadership skill development. They will also gain introductory experience in applying this developmental framework to evaluate and train others, ensuring they meet team members at their developmental level.
• Session 5: Prioritization
  As a new leader, competing demands can feel overwhelming. Participants will analyze these demands to align team efforts with broader organizational goals. They will apply prioritization techniques, evaluate delegation strategies, and practice time management methods through interactive exercises. By the end of this session, participants will construct personalized Leadership Development Plans that outline actionable steps for growth and focus areas.

Program Outcomes

By the end of the Leadership Foundations program, participants will be able to:

• • Demonstrate confidence and preparedness to lead effectively during their transition into leadership roles.
  • Analyze their leadership style to identify strengths and address potential blind spots.
  • Apply clear and purposeful communication strategies to build trust and secure buy-in from their teams.
  • Evaluate their stage of leadership development and formulate actionable steps to advance their skills.
  • Synthesize effective communication methods to prioritize tasks and align team efforts with organizational goals.
  • Create a personalized Leadership Development Plan to guide their ongoing growth as leaders.