As managers grow in their jobs, they will be taking on a broader scope of responsibilities. They will be expected to demonstrate more self-direction and leadership. They also will find themselves working with peer managers in other departments to address broader issues affecting the organization. (9 sessions, 1/2 day each)
Chapter 1: Leadership and creating value
How value is created
Roles and responsibilities of supervisors and mid-managers
Functional and visionary leadership
Facilitator skills
Chapter 2: Thinking like a leader
Whole brain thinking
Seven thinking approaches
Criteria for making decisions
Chapter 3: Personal effectiveness: being a more valuable leader
Personal presence: self-awareness and self-acceptance -- a reality check
Getting high quality results in the most time-efficient way
Improving communications -- the way you express yourself
Negotiating win-win agreements
Building productive relationships as a manager
Chapter 4: Connecting within the organization
Organization players
Traditional and versatile organizational structures
Values and behaviors
Organization behavior
The change process
Getting your message heard
Chapter 5: Leading teams and work groups
What makes up a team
Building the team
Sources of power
Role of the leader/coach
Leading and labor relations
Chapter 6: Team dynamics in action
Internal and external forces
Characteristics and traits of high performing teams
Interactive elements of high performing organizations
Leadership Dynamics for Creating Value is a product of Management You,
Inc., of which Jack Pryor is a certified master instructor.
Testimonials
"Opened my eyes to a lot of areas of humanity. Looking at others in mental ways, this has even helped with discussions at home. My mental awareness is higher. Great class." - David Howard,
Aearo Technologies
"I think it’s a very good program. I’ve learned a lot of things about myself that I didn’t know (how the brain works and what the different parts do). Also how to deal with my coworkers." - Lionel Phillips, Second Operations Supv, Badgett Corp.
“Jack Pryor brings a unique combination of education, training, and experience that makes him an asset to any organization. I give him my highest endorsement.” - Raymond J. Friedl, Director, ASCOG
"I have enjoyed this class. This class is interesting and informative. Giving us assignments to do makes us realize that changing our styles is an ongoing process. This class is a case of do as I do, not only as I say." - Annie Dutton,
Aearo Technologies
“Thanks for your terrific work today on the planning process. You made it look so easy to get ideas from us. You gave us all a new tool for expression that was necessary for our growth.”
- Vicki Anderson, CEO, Anderson Resources
“I’m learning how to deal with people in different situations. I think more about what I can do to improve things.” - Randy Guinn,
Badgett Corporation
