Leading with Purpose

You used to be a job developer but you’ve recently been promoted to the role of supervisor. Or, maybe you’re new to the workforce development field altogether and find yourself managing a staff of 2 or 20. Regardless of how you got here, people are looking at you to lead! In this class you will learn how to transform your employees into a high-performing team. You’ll learn the nuts and bolts of being an effective manager, as well as the art of being a good leader.

Topics covered include:

• Understanding your own leadership and communication styles and how to flex them based on your employees’ skill levels and attitude
• Effectively delegating to your staff in order to promote inclusion and reduce stress
• Learning how to collaborate with other agencies in order to be more effective
• Bridging the gaps in your staff and building trust
• Handling difficult conversations with your employees

*This course was formerly called Learning to Lead.

Audience:
This course is for supervisory and leadership staff.

Date/Time:
Thursday, September 28th, 2017
9:00am-4:00pm CST

Cost:
$95/members; $135/non-members
Price includes breakfast and lunch.
*To access the member price, you must log in to your CJC account when registering.

Facilitator: 
Wally Smith, LPM Associates

Location:
Chicago Jobs Council Offices
29 E. Madison, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60602