Overview

This webinar is designed to accelerate the effectiveness of new supervisors by providing the foundational skills required for leadership success. Participants will gain practical strategies to navigate the transition into management, drive team performance, and apply new techniques immediately to their daily responsibilities.

Why You Should Attend

Stepping into a supervisory role presents unique challenges and opportunities. This session will equip you to:

• Navigate the complexities of leading an established team with confidence.

• Develop a personalized leadership approach to inspire and guide your direct reports.

• Enhance team performance through strategic planning, clear goal-setting, and effective prioritization.

• Master crucial interpersonal skills, including conducting difficult conversations and providing constructive feedback.

• Foster a motivational environment and manage challenging interpersonal dynamics effectively.

Areas Covered in the Session

Module 1: Foundational Leadership & Transition

• Defining Your New Role: Shifting from peer to leader.

• Navigating Organizational Change: Understanding the phases of transition.

• Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Strategies for new supervisors.

• Managing Stakeholder Expectations: Building effective relationships with your boss, team, and senior management.

Module 2: Driving Performance & Motivation

• The Principles of Employee Motivation: Identifying what drives individual team members.

• Performance & Development Planning: Creating SMART goals and professional development plans aligned with individual motivators.

• Effective Coaching & Feedback: A structured model for training, giving corrective feedback, and reinforcing positive behavior.

Module 3: Advanced Interpersonal & Operational Skills

• Managing Up: Adapting to your manager’s style and proactively anticipating needs.

• Masterful Communication: Employing active listening and powerful questioning techniques.

• Strategic Delegation: Creating a delegation plan to empower your team and manage workload.

• Conflict Resolution: Identifying personal conflict-handling styles and applying the right approach for each situation.

• Time and Priority Management: Applying proven models to protect your time and focus on high-impact activities.

Who Will Benefit

This webinar is ideal for professionals newly appointed to a supervisory or team leadership role, including:

• Chief Executive Officers and Executive Vice Presidents

• Directors of Operations, Strategy, and Innovation

• General Managers and Regional Directors

• Operations Supervisors and Team Leaders