What Is Preparing for Leadership?
Preparing for Leadership is a one-day leadership training program designed to help team members transition into supervisory roles with confidence. This program is tailored to the unique challenges of frontline leadership in manufacturing and operational environments. Participants will gain practical tools and insights to build their skills and prepare them for success in leadership.
Why Choose Preparing for Leadership?
This training was created and is delivered by experienced facilitators with decades of hands-on operational leadership experience. The course content is based on proven strategies and tools refined in real-world situations. Whether you’re attending as a prequel to Supervisor Boot Camp or as a stand-alone experience, this training delivers actionable insights to develop effective leaders.
Who is it for?
What You Will Learn
This engaging one-day training program is designed to provide participants with practical leadership skills and tools. During the sessions, participants will cover:
Making the Transition to Leadership:
Participants will explore the journey from team member to team leader, focusing on the mindset shift required for leadership. They will learn strategies to embrace their new role, establish authority, and build confidence in guiding their teams.
Personal Branding in Leadership:
This session will highlight the importance of “Personal Branding” as a leader. Participants will discover how their actions, values, and communication style shape their reputation and influence within the organization.
Leadership Concepts and Definitions:
Participants will dive into foundational leadership concepts, including the critical differences between leading and managing. They will define leadership principles and learn how to apply them in their day-to-day responsibilities.
Mastering Multifaceted Responsibilities:
Frontline leaders often juggle various roles and challenges. This session will help participants navigate their responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and approach their work with a proactive and solution-focused mindset.
Overcoming Leadership Challenges:
Participants will learn to anticipate and address common leadership challenges, such as team dynamics, performance issues, and resistance to change. Practical strategies for problem-solving and adaptability will be covered.
Building Trust Through Communication:
Effective communication is key to successful leadership. In this session, participants will learn techniques to foster open dialogue, build trust, and collaborate with their teams to achieve organizational goals.
The training concludes with actionable takeaways, ensuring participants are equipped with the tools and confidence to lead effectively in their new roles.
Benefits of Preparing for Leadership
There are many benefits to bringing Preparing for Leadership into your workplace, such as:
Know What it Means to Lead: This one-day training equips participants with the tools and confidence to transition into leadership roles effectively. It focuses on practical, actionable skills to help new leaders succeed in their responsibilities while reducing the stress of stepping into a supervisory role.
Master Leadership Essentials: The training provides a deep dive into essential leadership concepts, helping participants understand the key differences between managing and leading, and how to apply these principles to inspire and guide their teams.
Boost Communication and Collaboration: Leaders who communicate effectively foster trust and engagement within their teams. This training empowers participants with communication strategies that strengthen relationships and collaboration, enhancing overall team performance.
Increased Employee Retention: By preparing new leaders to build trust and engagement with their teams, this training helps create a positive workplace environment where employees feel valued and connected, reducing turnover and improving retention rates.
Increase Team Engagement and Productivity: Leaders who are equipped with tools to navigate challenges and foster collaboration create an environment of high engagement. This training ensures leaders can motivate their teams to achieve shared goals and drive business success.
Solve Problems Effectively: The program emphasizes practical problem-solving tailored to the unique challenges of manufacturing and operational environments, enabling leaders to approach obstacles with confidence and focus.
Prepare for Long-Term Success: Participants leave with a personalized leadership promise, guiding principles, and actionable strategies that support their continued growth and success in frontline leadership.
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HRCI
This training offers 8 credits
SHRM
This training offers 8 credits
For multiple session training events, only the session start date will appear while registering. Check Upcoming Sessions for all session dates.
In-Person Training
Online registration is temporarily unavailable, please contact our team at 616-608-9684 or alec.mcguire@frontlineon.com to register for this event.
In Person Training Program Details
This training takes place at the Frontline Training Solutions training center in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Class sizes are limited to 20 participants so that interaction and learning are maximized.
Preparing for Leadership in person training includes:
- 8 hours of training and activities
- Training workbook, templates, and tools
- Continental breakfast, boxed lunch, snacks, and drinks are provided
Format: One 8-hour session delivered in person.
Location: 1760 44th Street SW, Suite 10, Grand Rapids, MI 49519
If you have any questions, need help registering, or would like to be invoiced for this event, please contact: Alec McGuire, Training & Event Coordinator at (616) 608-9684 or Alec.McGuire@ExpressPros.com.
2025 Sessions
- February 7 | Friday | 8:00am – 5:00pm (EST)
- April 28 | Monday | 8:00am – 5:00pm (EST)
- July 25 | Friday | 8:00am – 5:00pm (EST)
- September 24 | Wednesday | 8:00am – 5:00pm (EST)
- October 29 | Wednesday | 8:00am – 5:00pm (EST)
- December 16 | Tuesday | 8:00am – 5:00pm (EST)
Customized Training
We offer customized training, both in person and virtual, for teams across the country. If you’d like a customized training on Preparing for Leadership for your team, contact us today.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Preparing for Leadership focuses on real-world tools and actionable insights drawn from 30+ years of manufacturing and leadership experience. Unlike theory-based programs, this course emphasizes practical applications tailored to the challenges of frontline leadership.
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