LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING IN the united states

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Those just entering leadership or aspiring leaders  benefit from having a baseline of skills to help them become effective in their current and future roles.  Topics for those just starting out are:

• Communication (with DiSC or general communication strategies)
• Interpersonal Effectiveness
• Personal Influence and Credibility
• Time Management (getting things done)
• Problem Solving
• Understanding Culture
• Coaching

Many leaders have not received formal leadership training and were placed in roles because they were a good individual contributor.  Just like the technical skills needed to do the job, they also need to know how to lead people.   In addition to "Leads and Emerging Leaders" above, we recommend:

• Defining Leadership
• Managing with your Communication Style (with DiSC)
• High Performance Coaching
• Motivation and Engagement
• Emotional Intelligence
• Productive Conflict
• Performance Management
• Cultural Based Interviewing and Selection
• Effective Delegation
• Leading Change
• Commitment and Accountability
• Ethics

Explore The Intentional Leadership Series as a starting point in your training journey.

Many senior leaders may feel like they do not need further training as they are already successful.  In some ways, they are correct.  Senior leaders still need development opportunities, although it normally takes a slightly different approach than traditional training.   Once they have a firm understanding of the topics above, formats include individual and small group/team coaching focused on:

• Strategic planning
• Strategic Leadership
• Organizational Planning
• Cultural Management
• Transition Management 

The ROI of leadership training is significant, with studies showing an average return of $7 for every $1 invested. This ROI comes from a combination of quantitative benefits like increased revenue, higher productivity, and reduced employee turnover, and qualitative benefits such as improved morale, better communication, and a more positive company culture. One study of first-time managers reported a 29% ROI within three months, translating to an annualized return of 415%. 

L & L Solutions offers flexible delivery methods and approaches, from in person to live webinar. You can stagger training times and methods to meet the needs of your workforce and business operational needs. 

Without leadership training, you risk inconsistent behaviors, unclear expectations, disengaged teams and a culture that drifts. When leaders aren’t intentionally leading, performance gaps widen, trust breaks down, and the organization pays the price. Training helps ensure your leadership and culture stay aligned and effective.