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Building a Leadership Development Plan

Overview:

Creating your own leadership development plan is a significant part of any successful and valuable leadership development strategy. This plan will help ensure you remain focused on what is required to continually grow and develop as a leader. In this course, you'll learn about how to assess yourself as a leader, establish a vision for the future, and identify obstacles to that vision. You'll also learn about practical approaches for setting objectives, identifying appropriate actions, and sustaining your leadership development plan. Finally, you'll learn how to evaluate your plan.

Designed for:

Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skills

Expected Duration:

30 Minutes

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Overview: Creating your own leadership development plan is a significant part of any successful and valuable leadership development strategy. This plan will help ensure you remain focused on what is required to continually grow and develop as a leader. In this course, you'll learn about how to assess yourself as a leader, establish a vision for the future, and identify obstacles to that vision. You'll also learn about practical approaches for setting objectives, identifying appropriate actions, and sustaining your leadership development plan. Finally, you'll learn how to evaluate your plan. Designed for: Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skills Expected Duration: 30 Minutes Learn more
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Building Career Development Programs and Succession Planning

Overview:

An organization can't achieve its strategic business goals if it doesn't have the needed human capacity and skills – the talent – to do this. Managing talent effectively means your organization will have a total workforce optimized for overall success in achieving its goals. In this course, you'll learn about creating development programs for everyone from emerging employees through to experienced leaders by considering key concepts of career development, leadership development, and mentoring. You'll also learn how to maintain a qualified talent pipeline through effective succession planning. You'll explore succession planning activities, and learn how to create a succession program and analyze its success after implementation.

Designed for:

Managers, team leaders, human resources, and other professionals who manage talent and who want to evolve the HR department from a transactional cost center into a strategic business partner in their organization.

Expected Duration:

24 Minutes

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Overview: An organization can't achieve its strategic business goals if it doesn't have the needed human capacity and skills – the talent – to do this. Managing talent effectively means your organization will have a total workforce optimized for overall success in achieving its goals. In this course, you'll learn about creating development programs for everyone from emerging employees through to experienced leaders by considering key concepts of career development, leadership development, and mentoring. You'll also learn how to maintain a qualified talent pipeline through effective succession planning. You'll explore succession planning activities, and learn how to create a succession program and analyze its success after implementation. Designed for: Managers, team leaders, human resources, and other professionals who manage talent and who want to evolve the HR department from a transactional cost center into a strategic business partner in their organization. Expected Duration: 24 Minutes Learn more
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Building Innovation Cultures and Leaders

Overview:

Innovating is the only way to adapt and keep speed with the pace of change in today's business world. Building and supporting an innovative culture is the responsibility of leaders and employees across organizational hierarchies and is aided by an effective change management process. In this course, you'll learn about business innovation cultures and types of innovation leadership. You'll also learn about the importance of experimenting, managing change, and executing a project. Finally, you'll learn how to attract and nurture innovation in your organization.

Designed for:

Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skills

Expected Duration:

30 Minutes

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Overview: Innovating is the only way to adapt and keep speed with the pace of change in today's business world. Building and supporting an innovative culture is the responsibility of leaders and employees across organizational hierarchies and is aided by an effective change management process. In this course, you'll learn about business innovation cultures and types of innovation leadership. You'll also learn about the importance of experimenting, managing change, and executing a project. Finally, you'll learn how to attract and nurture innovation in your organization. Designed for: Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skills Expected Duration: 30 Minutes Learn more
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Building Rapport through Strong Collaboration

Overview:

Learning to collaborate well can help you manage the inevitable conflicts that arise in any relationship. And this holds true even in the workplace. Well-managed conflicts can be a healthy practice and valuable for both self-growth and business growth, giving you an opportunity to learn others’ interests and perspectives, and teaching you how to approach all interactions with empathy. In this course, you'll learn to identify the strong interpersonal skills that help in successful collaboration. You’ll also learn to identify ground rules and boundaries that will help you keep difficult conversations on track, effective strategies to defuse conflict before it goes out of control, and methods to help you create win-win situations in interpersonal conflicts.

Designed for:

Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skills

Expected Duration:

24 Minutes

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Overview: Learning to collaborate well can help you manage the inevitable conflicts that arise in any relationship. And this holds true even in the workplace. Well-managed conflicts can be a healthy practice and valuable for both self-growth and business growth, giving you an opportunity to learn others’ interests and perspectives, and teaching you how to approach all interactions with empathy. In this course, you'll learn to identify the strong interpersonal skills that help in successful collaboration. You’ll also learn to identify ground rules and boundaries that will help you keep difficult conversations on track, effective strategies to defuse conflict before it goes out of control, and methods to help you create win-win situations in interpersonal conflicts. Designed for: Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skills Expected Duration: 24 Minutes Learn more
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Building Successful Teams

If the ability of your employees to work together as a team plays a large part in your success, then this interactive program is for you. You will discover how to increase team unity, use individual strengths to achieve maximum team results, and identify opportunities to improve the performance of your current team that you lead.      

Who Should Attend

New and experienced managers and supervisors who want to build a team environment and/or would like to help their current team function more effectively.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • Identify effective and ineffective team characteristics
  • Assess your strengths and development opportunities as the leader of a team 
  • Describe the 5 stages of team development
  • Apply the team effectiveness model to increase the effectiveness of a team you are currently leading

This course is part of the Practical Management II Certificate Series

If the ability of your employees to work together as a team plays a large part in your success, then this interactive program is for you. You will discover how to increase team unity, use individual strengths to achieve maximum team results, and identify opportunities to improve the performance of your current team that you lead.       Who Should Attend New and experienced managers and supervisors who want to build a team environment and/or would like to help their current team function more effectively. Learning Objectives At the end of the course, you will be able to: Identify effective and ineffective team characteristics Assess your strengths and development opportunities as the leader of a team  Describe the 5 stages of team development Apply the team effectiveness model to increase the effectiveness of a team you are currently leading This course is part of the Practical Management II Certificate Series
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Business Acumen Essentials

Overview:

Business acumen is a difficult to define combination of forethought, creativity, and agility that is a key factor in setting successful business professionals apart from their less accomplished peers. Business execution is the "how" of getting things done. As a leader, you must be skilled in driving performance and strategy in the right direction through business execution. To achieve business goals, you need to boost performance and growth in critical areas. Identifying these areas requires instituting the most suitable performance measurement systems. In this course, you'll learn about the characteristics of business execution cultures and how developing professional acumen enhances your leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. And further, you'll learn that influences your company's competitive advantage and explore methods for developing an operational perspective to uncover opportunities for change or innovation.

Designed for:

Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skills.

Expected Duration:

1 hour 53 minutes

Bundle Includes:

Overview: Business acumen is a difficult to define combination of forethought, creativity, and agility that is a key factor in setting successful business professionals apart from their less accomplished peers. Business execution is the "how" of getting things done. As a leader, you must be skilled in driving performance and strategy in the right direction through business execution. To achieve business goals, you need to boost performance and growth in critical areas. Identifying these areas requires instituting the most suitable performance measurement systems. In this course, you'll learn about the characteristics of business execution cultures and how developing professional acumen enhances your leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. And further, you'll learn that influences your company's competitive advantage and explore methods for developing an operational perspective to uncover opportunities for change or innovation. Designed for: Supervisors, managers, directors, and individuals wanting to develop their leadership skills. Expected Duration: 1 hour 53 minutes Bundle Includes: Developing Your Business Acumen Key Elements of Business Execution Gaining Insight through Organizational Awareness Measuring Outcomes and Using KPIs Being a Responsible Corporate Digital Citizen
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Business Coaching Essentials

Overview:

Coaching offers organizations a win-win method for developing their employees. It not only helps individuals reach their potential but also helps the organization improve its productivity and competitiveness. In a rapidly changing business world, coaching can also help employees adjust and adapt their skill sets. Coaching is about encouraging, confronting, challenging, questioning, as well as consistently respecting and supporting coachees in developing and achieving their goals. This course introduces the skills you need to be an effective coach, including listening and observing, providing feedback, questioning, and setting goals. It also covers how to identify which coaching role is most appropriate for a given individual or situation. The course also details the importance of selling the idea of coaching to those you feel need it.

Designed for:

Managers who want to develop their business coaching skills

Expected Duration:

4 hours

Bundle Includes:

Overview: Coaching offers organizations a win-win method for developing their employees. It not only helps individuals reach their potential but also helps the organization improve its productivity and competitiveness. In a rapidly changing business world, coaching can also help employees adjust and adapt their skill sets. Coaching is about encouraging, confronting, challenging, questioning, as well as consistently respecting and supporting coachees in developing and achieving their goals. This course introduces the skills you need to be an effective coach, including listening and observing, providing feedback, questioning, and setting goals. It also covers how to identify which coaching role is most appropriate for a given individual or situation. The course also details the importance of selling the idea of coaching to those you feel need it. Designed for: Managers who want to develop their business coaching skills Expected Duration: 4 hours Bundle Includes: Business Coaching: Getting Ready to Coach Business Coaching: Conducting Coaching Sessions Business Coaching: Building the Coaching Relationship Business Coaching: Using Different Coaching Styles
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Business Ethics

Overview:

Ethics don't just apply to senior executives. While upper management does have a responsibility to set the ethical tone for an organization, employees at every level also have a responsibility to conduct themselves in an ethical manner. This course will prepare you to approach your job with an awareness of the importance of ethics in the work setting and an understanding of what constitutes ethical behavior.

Designed for:

Individuals at all levels of an organization who should understand the impact of ethical and unethical behavior in the workplace

Expected Duration:

3 hours

Bundle Includes:

Overview: Ethics don't just apply to senior executives. While upper management does have a responsibility to set the ethical tone for an organization, employees at every level also have a responsibility to conduct themselves in an ethical manner. This course will prepare you to approach your job with an awareness of the importance of ethics in the work setting and an understanding of what constitutes ethical behavior. Designed for: Individuals at all levels of an organization who should understand the impact of ethical and unethical behavior in the workplace Expected Duration: 3 hours Bundle Includes: Introduction to Workplace Ethics Developing a Code of Ethical Conduct Ethical Decision-making in the Workplace
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Business Execution

Overview:

Business managers are usually comfortable formulating strategy to enhance business outcomes. But what happens when plans fail to translate to reality? Why is business execution so difficult? Delivery is vital to the survival of all organizations, yet unclear plans, unsuitable workforces, and limited resources can have a detrimental effect on the best strategic ideas. Good leadership, having the right people in the right roles, and a business culture that's focused on getting the job done are the cornerstones to building and maintaining a company that can execute its strategy.

Designed for:

Anyone who wants to initiate the conditions, implement the strategies, and provide support for business execution in their organization

Expected Duration:

4 hours

Bundle Includes:

Overview: Business managers are usually comfortable formulating strategy to enhance business outcomes. But what happens when plans fail to translate to reality? Why is business execution so difficult? Delivery is vital to the survival of all organizations, yet unclear plans, unsuitable workforces, and limited resources can have a detrimental effect on the best strategic ideas. Good leadership, having the right people in the right roles, and a business culture that's focused on getting the job done are the cornerstones to building and maintaining a company that can execute its strategy. Designed for: Anyone who wants to initiate the conditions, implement the strategies, and provide support for business execution in their organization Expected Duration: 4 hours Bundle Includes: Business Execution: Understanding the Fundamentals Business Execution: Crafting a Business Strategy that Executes Business Execution: Linking Strategy to People and Operations Business Execution: Monitoring and Evaluating Initiatives
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Business Strategy for the Post-Pandemic Economy

Overview:

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted life on a global scale, putting lives and businesses in a temporary limbo. But as the world begins to emerge post-pandemic, businesses will play no small part in determining the new normalcy that will shape our lives. In order to meet this responsibility, business leaders must begin to plan new business strategies and operations that will allow their companies to adapt their business models to the new normal.

In this course, you’ll examine topics related to adjusting operational strategies, marketing strategies and supply chain logistics, that will limit risk exposure, and take advantage of digital technologies to allow your organizations to not just survive the crisis, but to recognize opportunities to thrive in its aftermath.

Materials in this course are based upon content provided in partnership with MIT Sloan Management Review.

Expected Duration:

30 minutes

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Overview: The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted life on a global scale, putting lives and businesses in a temporary limbo. But as the world begins to emerge post-pandemic, businesses will play no small part in determining the new normalcy that will shape our lives. In order to meet this responsibility, business leaders must begin to plan new business strategies and operations that will allow their companies to adapt their business models to the new normal. In this course, you’ll examine topics related to adjusting operational strategies, marketing strategies and supply chain logistics, that will limit risk exposure, and take advantage of digital technologies to allow your organizations to not just survive the crisis, but to recognize opportunities to thrive in its aftermath. Materials in this course are based upon content provided in partnership with MIT Sloan Management Review. Expected Duration: 30 minutes Learn More
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Business Writing for Results

Technology has increased the pace of life and how we communicate with one another. Formal written communication takes time and concentration, while digital communication demands immediate responses and quick actions. According to the Harvard Business Review, 81% of professionals say what they read is poorly organized, unclear, filled with jargon, too wordy, and ineffective.

 

In good business writing, language is specific, the point of view is clear, and the issues are well expressed. This course will give you the tools to become an effective writer for productive outcomes in your organization.  

Who Should Attend

Anyone who wants to improve their written communication and be better at conveying information to peers. Regardless of job title, role, or position, anyone within the organization can benefit from improved writing skills. This course is a terrific opportunity for individual contributors, young professionals, high-potentials, or leaders to enhance essential business skills. 

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand and apply best practices for written communication
  • Analyze audience in business writing
  • Demonstrate practical grammar through application
  • Illustrate inclusive language
  • Demonstrate proofreading and editing
  • Describe the importance of manners and courtesy
Technology has increased the pace of life and how we communicate with one another. Formal written communication takes time and concentration, while digital communication demands immediate responses and quick actions. According to the Harvard Business Review, 81% of professionals say what they read is poorly organized, unclear, filled with jargon, too wordy, and ineffective.   In good business writing, language is specific, the point of view is clear, and the issues are well expressed. This course will give you the tools to become an effective writer for productive outcomes in your organization.   Who Should Attend Anyone who wants to improve their written communication and be better at conveying information to peers. Regardless of job title, role, or position, anyone within the organization can benefit from improved writing skills. This course is a terrific opportunity for individual contributors, young professionals, high-potentials, or leaders to enhance essential business skills.  Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand and apply best practices for written communication Analyze audience in business writing Demonstrate practical grammar through application Illustrate inclusive language Demonstrate proofreading and editing Describe the importance of manners and courtesy
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Capturing the Attention of Senior Executives

Overview:

Does your job require you to communicate critical information to c-suite executives, such as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)? Perhaps you have opportunities to influence executive decision making, but don't know how best to deliver your message. In order to make the most of your communication with senior executives, you need to be prepared. In this course, you'll learn how to shape your message so it's communicated clearly to your organization’s c suite. You’ll discover how to build your credibility with those at the senior level, such as the CFO, CIO, and COO. And you'll explore how to approach and plan meetings with senior executives, and how to make your case – whether it's with an elevator pitch or a formal report.

Designed for:

Anyone who wants to develop or refine their skills for communicating effectively with the "C" Level

Expected Duration:

30 Minutes

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Overview: Does your job require you to communicate critical information to c-suite executives, such as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)? Perhaps you have opportunities to influence executive decision making, but don't know how best to deliver your message. In order to make the most of your communication with senior executives, you need to be prepared. In this course, you'll learn how to shape your message so it's communicated clearly to your organization’s c suite. You’ll discover how to build your credibility with those at the senior level, such as the CFO, CIO, and COO. And you'll explore how to approach and plan meetings with senior executives, and how to make your case – whether it's with an elevator pitch or a formal report. Designed for: Anyone who wants to develop or refine their skills for communicating effectively with the "C" Level Expected Duration: 30 Minutes Learn more
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Catapult Connections: Coffee & Company Culture: The Employee Experience

Join us In-Person with Coffee and Pastries at our Charlotte Training Center as we interactively discuss the pivotal role of Company Culture and the Employee Experience. We’ll dive into why fostering a positive culture is not just a trend, but a strategic imperative for organizational success. You’ll discover how cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment enhances employee satisfaction, fuels productivity, and drives business outcomes. Together we’ll explore key elements that cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment, strategies for fostering collaboration, how to promote employee well-being, and way to nurture a sense of belonging.

Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in dynamic conversations, exchange ideas, gain practical insights, and discover actionable steps to elevate your company culture.

Join us In-Person with Coffee and Pastries at our Charlotte Training Center as we interactively discuss the pivotal role of Company Culture and the Employee Experience. We’ll dive into why fostering a positive culture is not just a trend, but a strategic imperative for organizational success. You’ll discover how cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment enhances employee satisfaction, fuels productivity, and drives business outcomes. Together we’ll explore key elements that cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment, strategies for fostering collaboration, how to promote employee well-being, and way to nurture a sense of belonging. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in dynamic conversations, exchange ideas, gain practical insights, and discover actionable steps to elevate your company culture.
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Catapult Connections: Coffee and Total Rewards

Join us In-Person with coffee and pastries at our Raleigh Learning Center as we discuss how having a competitive total rewards strategy is essential in attracting, retaining, and engaging top talent. With the market continuing to rise and employers competing for labor in this tight market, creative ways to enhance total rewards can give you a competitive edge and help you stand apart from other employers.

Join us In-Person with coffee and pastries at our Raleigh Learning Center as we discuss how having a competitive total rewards strategy is essential in attracting, retaining, and engaging top talent. With the market continuing to rise and employers competing for labor in this tight market, creative ways to enhance total rewards can give you a competitive edge and help you stand apart from other employers.
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Catapult Connections: Giving Great Presentations over Coffee

Join us for coffee, pastries and learning at our Charlotte Training Center where you will find out that creating and delivering professional presentations is not a skill most people are comfortable with. In this In Person session we will go over the presentation process: from learning about your audience, creating the narrative you want to get across by using the presentation framework, the dos and don’ts of using PowerPoint, dealing with nerves, interruptions, questions, and more. 

Join us for coffee, pastries and learning at our Charlotte Training Center where you will find out that creating and delivering professional presentations is not a skill most people are comfortable with. In this In Person session we will go over the presentation process: from learning about your audience, creating the narrative you want to get across by using the presentation framework, the dos and don’ts of using PowerPoint, dealing with nerves, interruptions, questions, and more. 
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