Leading from the Middle

49mIntermediate2020-02-25

Authors

Daisy Lovelace

Professor, Consultant, and Coach

Course details

Discover ways to create impact from the middle level of any organization. Join Duke University professor Dr. Daisy Lovelace as she shares about the value of self-leadership, team empowerment, and avoiding burnout. Explore ways to influence, and learn about persuasion strategies that can be used with colleagues on every level. Dr. Lovelace also covers the importance of gaining clarity on goals and objectives, and ways to identify what and when to communicate.

Topics include:
- Leading from anywhere on the org chart
- Setting ambitious goals
- Defining and avoiding burnout
- Learning priorities and pain-points
- Getting clear on objectives
- Building relationships and trust
- Reducing friction
- Leading to inspire followers
- Empowering employees
- Managing stakeholders
- Communicating with partners

Skills covered

Leadership SkillsLeadership and ManagementDeep Dive (X:Y)

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Lead from anywhere on the organization chart

1. Leading You

02 - Assess your work
03 - Set ambitious goals
04 - Understand your drivers
05 - Avoid burnout
06 - Dealing with loneliness

2. Leading Up

07 - Create a productive relationship with your boss
08 - Learn their priorities and pain points
09 - Get very clear on objectives

3. Leading Across

10 - Build relationships and trust
11 - Reduce friction

4. Leading to Inspire Followers

12 - Be the boss they want and need
13 - Empower your employees

5. Leading with Intention

14 - Listen in order to lead
15 - Communicate with partners
16 - Navigate complex structures
17 - Persevere through difficult times