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Launch Into Leadership for New Supervisors

Launch Into Leadership for New Supervisors

Thursday, September 24, 2026 (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM) (CDT)

Description

Many in supervisory roles have learned either by trial and error or by following what was done by their predecessor. In most cases, this is not a very effective strategy. 

This course will start you in the right direction with fundamental leadership skills and ideas for how to continue your growth as a supervisor and leader. 

Who should attend? 

  • Newly promoted or hired supervisors 
  • Small business owners starting to supervise employees 
  • Candidates for upcoming supervisory positions 

Benefits of attending this program: 

  • Reduced stress associated with supervision 
  • Increased confidence in your leadership ability 
  • Improved team performance 
  • Focus on the most important things as a supervisor/leader 
  • Plan for continued training and development to build skills and knowledge over time 

Key topics addressed: 

  • New role = new mindset 
  • Basic supervisory responsibilities 
  • Dealing with co-workers in your new role 
  • Improving communication in your team 
  • Effective delegation 
  • Recognizing and motivating team members 
  • Planning your future leadership development 

Course Objectives: 

  • Distinguish specific leadership behaviors 
  • Practice specific behaviors correlated with exemplary leadership performance
  • Integrate specific leadership habits into their daily activities 
  • Evaluate their progress in developing as a leader 
  • Understand strategies to help others develop their leadership behaviors 
  • Design a personal action plan for developing their own leadership behaviors.
Pricing

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Grainger Hall - Wisconsin School of Business
975 University Ave
Madison, 53706
Event Contact
Stephanie Achten
(608) 263-2221
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Thursday, September 24, 2026 (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM) (CDT)
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