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
"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.
"These are exactly the issues I have been feeling in our organization, and now I have labels to help explain it. I am asking for standardization of processes, but get push back because they don’t like change. The pull system is exactly what I have been looking for – becoming proactive rather than reactive." - Susan Gorton, OG&E
"This program has been very helpful and very interesting. I especially liked the part on learning my thinking style compared to those of my co-workers’. I feel this has made me more of a complete group leader. I also believe that Mr. Pryor’s teaching methods are very interesting and very well thought out to keep us all involved in the activities he has planned for us." - Daniel Mabry,
Aearo Technologies
“I feel that I’m starting to see the people that work for me in a different light. This course has helped me to see beyond. Jack Pryor is an enlightening instructor. He truly does help people see outside the box.” - Bill Holder,
Delta Faucet Company
“The concepts and thought patterns are great and an excellent way to improve people in their work and home environment. It has made me think differently and see how other people in my workforce environment think. Jack is very knowledgeable … and will take time to explain concepts and theories when needed. For the most, it will help improve the processes and workflow in the work environment.” - Mike Turpin,
Delta Faucet Company
“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
