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CPD Course
From Boss to Leader
Develop practical knowledge and confidence in From Boss to Leader. Bad bosses. Almost everyone has had at least one in their working career. You do not want to be the bad boss in your work environment, the one who causes good employees to cringe when you enter the room. Or worse yet, you do not...
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Course Description
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Develop practical knowledge and confidence in From Boss to Leader.
Bad bosses. Almost everyone has had at least one in their working career. You do not want to be the bad boss in your work environment, the one who causes good employees to cringe when you enter the room. Or worse yet, you do not want to be the one who causes good people to leave the company. You want to be the type of manager that employees are willing to go the extra mile for.
Why this course matters
This course turns the subject into practical, structured learning you can apply in real business and workplace situations. It is designed to help you move beyond definitions and understand how the ideas, tools and decisions covered in the course fit together.
What you will gain
- Understand the core principles and practical approaches covered in From Boss to Leader.
- Recognise situations where those approaches can improve workplace decisions or performance.
- Apply the course ideas more confidently in day-to-day professional situations.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for managers, supervisors, team leaders, SME owners and professionals preparing for greater leadership responsibility.
Course at a glance
- Study time: approximately 2 hours.
- Format: self-paced online learning.
- Professional development: CPD course.
Bad bosses. Almost everyone has had at least one in their working career. You do not want to be the bad boss in your work environment, the one who causes good employees to cringe when you enter the room. Or worse yet, you do not want to be the one who causes good people to leave the company. You want to be the type of manager that employees are willing to go the extra mile for.
You want to nurture and inspire your team, giving them the confidence to do their jobs well. You want to provide guidance and motivation, while showing integrity and modelling the behaviors you want to see in your team. You want to be more than a boss, you want to be a leader. This course will arm you with the tips and general information you need to enhance your skills and transform from a boss to a great leader.
After you complete this course, you will be able to:
- Know the differences between good and bad bosses
- Understand how those who hold management positions can develop into good leaders
- Recognize characteristics of good leaders
- Know the elements of leading by example
- Comprehend how to use common sense in workplace dealings
- Know why it is important to use clear communication techniques
- Understand the importance of providing effective feedback
- Understand how to apply emotional intelligence to your dealings with others
Course Topics:
Session One: Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
Session Two: Good Boss versus Bad Boss
- Bad Bosses, Part One
- Bad Bosses, Part Two
- Bad Bosses, Part Three
- Good Bosses, Part One
- Good Bosses, Part Two
- Team Player Activity
Session Three: The Boss as a Leader
- The Boss, Part One
- The Boss, Part Two
- Admirable Leaders
- Behaviors of Leaders
- Set Reasonable Goals
- Lead, not Dictate
- Be Humble
- Be Responsible
- Pick Your Battles
- Lead by Example, Part One
- Lead by Example, Part Two
- Lead by Example, Part Three
- Attitude is Everything
Session Four: Communication is Key
- Communication Skills, Part One
- Communication Skills, Part Two
- Mastering the Art of Communication
- High Stakes
- Characteristics of Effective Feedback, Part One
- Characteristics of Effective Feedback, Part Two
- Providing Feedback
Session Five: Common Sense
- Using Common Sense, Part One
- Using Common Sense, Part Two
- The Key to Successful Management
Session Six: The Science Behind Good Leadership
- Be Nice, Not Tough, Part One
- Be Nice, Not Tough, Part Two
- Work-Life Balance
- Negative Attitude
- Feeling Valued
- Team Building Activities
- Rewards Program
- Reward Example
- Celebrating Your Team
Session Seven: Emotional Intelligence
- Displaying Emotional Intelligence
- Fostering Emotional Intelligence
- Emotional Intelligence Activity
- Employing Emotional Intelligence
- Scenario
- Response 1
- Response 2
- Response 3
Session Eight: Elements of Success
- Additional Tips
- Taking Action
Continue your learning
Part of this learning pathway: Management & Leadership
Learners also take: Be a Leader with Integrity
Course pathway: eBSI SME Academy > Management & Leadership > From Boss to Leader
Explore more Management & Leadership training or return to the eBSI SME Academy.
Your questions, answered
Does the course include a certificate?
The course assessment leads to a downloadable digital PDF CPD Certificate of Completion. See the course description for the CPD credits awarded.
What is CPD?
CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. It is the ongoing learning that helps you maintain and develop the knowledge and skills you use in your work. Courses, workshops and other learning activities can contribute to your CPD record.
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