Empowering Middle Management: Leading from the Middle
A program designed to equip middle managers with the leadership skills and strategies necessary to bridge the gap between senior leadership and frontline employees, foster a positive work environment, and drive organizational success.
Program Modules
Understanding the Unique Challenges of Middle Management
Explore the inherent difficulties faced by middle managers, including the lack of leadership training and the disconnect between strategic vision and frontline execution.
Self-Assessment: Identifying Your Leadership Strengths and Weaknesses
MonthlyComplete a self-assessment to identify your current leadership strengths and areas for improvement. Reflect on your experiences and identify specific challenges you face as a middle manager.
“Nobody is teaching us listening, nobody's teaching us communication skills, nobody's teaching as effective confrontation...”
Case Study Analysis: The Broken Middle
MonthlyAnalyze a case study of a company where communication and execution break down in middle management. Identify the root causes of the problem and propose solutions.
“Most things break in the middle.”
Developing Essential Leadership Skills
Learn and practice key leadership skills, including active listening, effective communication, conflict resolution, and providing constructive feedback.
Active Listening Workshop
MonthlyParticipate in an interactive workshop on active listening techniques. Practice empathetic listening and non-verbal communication.
“Nobody is teaching us listening...”
Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback
MonthlyLearn how to give and receive feedback effectively. Participate in role-playing exercises to practice delivering constructive criticism and responding to feedback gracefully.
“Nobody's teaching us how to give and repeat receive feedback”
Leading from Within: Influence and Impact
Discover how to be a positive influence even when facing resistance from senior management. Focus on leading by example and creating a supportive environment for your team.
Applying Influence Strategies
MonthlyExplore different influence strategies and learn how to apply them effectively in various situations. Practice techniques for building rapport, persuasion, and negotiation.
Team Building Activity: The Bridge Challenge
MonthlyParticipate in a team-building activity designed to promote collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. Build a bridge using limited resources and time.
What You'll Accomplish
- Understand the unique challenges faced by middle managers.
- Develop essential leadership skills, including communication, listening, and conflict resolution.
- Learn how to influence and inspire others, even in the face of adversity.
- Create a positive and supportive work environment for your team.
- Bridge the gap between senior leadership and frontline employees.
- Become the leader you wish you had.
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