Leading vs Managing (Online Workshop)
Leading v. Managing: Effective organizations require leaders who provide the vision for the future, and managers who focus on insuring consistency, harmony, and procedures to reduce organizational uncertainty. This seminar will illuminate the differences between leadership and management, provide opportunities to reflect on your most appropriate role, and practice strategies to increase your effectiveness in your role. All training and support are virtual and/or by phone.
The workshop takes place on November 17, from 8:30am-11am. Click here for information and registration.
If you are unable to register for this program because registration is full or if you need assistance, contact the SBDC for assistance: sbdc@uwlax.edu, 608.785.8782.
Target participants:
This workshop is designed for managers, supervisors, and individuals who are responsible for leading people while ensuring day-to-day operations run effectively. Whether you are growing a business, managing a team, or transitioning from a hands-on role to a leadership role, this workshop will help you better understand when to focus on providing vision and direction and when to emphasize management practices that promote accountability, consistency, and results. Participants may enroll in this workshop individually or complete it as one component of the Supervisory Management Certificate Program.
Expected learning outcomes:
Participants completing this training program should be able to:
- Distinguish between the roles and responsibilities of leaders and managers.
- Identify situations that call for a leadership approach versus a management approach.
- Apply strategies to inspire, motivate, and influence others toward shared goals.
- Utilize management practices that promote consistency, accountability, and operational efficiency.
- Adapt their approach to meet the changing needs of teams and organizations.
A confirmation email will be sent prior to the program starting. If you don’t receive confirmation, please check your junk/spam/promotions folder(s) or contact the SBDC for assistance: sbdc@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8782. Should circumstances arise that change program dates or its activities, the program provider, UW-La Crosse SBDC, will contact the program participants.
MSBB Training Project Eligible – The fee for this program is paid on your behalf as an eligible participant, but your attendance is required. If circumstances arise that change your availability, please contact sbdc@uwlax.edu or call 608.785.8782 so other participants may attend.
Participating Organizations: The U.S. Small Business Administration, UW Office of Business and Entrepreneurship (OBE), the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (WSBDC) network, and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC).
Please only register if you are available and plan to attend, so the provided funding can assist as many small business owners as possible.