Course Content
Introduction to Leadership
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Introduction to Leadership
Leadership vs. management
The Core Traits of an Effective Leader
Leadership styles
Fixed vs. growth mindset
Developing Self Leadership
Self-Awareness & Emotional Intelligence
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Self-Awareness & Emotional Intelligence
Building Self-awareness
Emotional intelligence (EQ) and its role in leadership
Johari Window, MBTI and Big Five – Tools for Leadership Self-Understanding
Self Regulation and Emotional Control
EQ self-assessment
Vision, Values & Purpose
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Vision, Values & Purpose – The Core of Authentic Leadership
Creating a compelling vision
Identifying your Core Values
Communicating purpose with clarity
Aligning Vision, Values & Purpose – Leading with Authenticity
Leading Teams
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Introduction to Leading Teams – From Individual to Collective Leadership
Building trust and psychological safety
Stages of team development (Tuckman model)
Team Roles and Strengths
Delegation, Empowerment & Motivating Teams
Conflict resolution and feedback models
Decision-Making & Ethics
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Decision-Making & Ethics
Ethical leadership and moral dilemmas
Decision-making Frameworks for Ethical Leadership
Common Decision-Making Biases and How to Avoid Them
Balancing Speed and Deliberation in Decision-Making
Creating a Decision-Making Culture
Leading Through Change
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Leading Through Change
Understanding Resistance to Change
The Change Curve
Communicating Change Effectively
Leading Teams Through Uncertainty
Building Resilience and Adaptability in Teams
Change Management Models
Key Principles for Leading Through Change
Communication & Influence
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Communication & Influence
Active listening & empathy
Communicating With Clarity and Purpose
Influence without authority
Storytelling as a leadership tool
Difficult Conversations
Building Trust Through Communication
Final Project & Reflection
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Bringing it all together
Personal Leadership Assessment and Development
The End and Reading List
Foundations of Effective Leadership

Introduction to Leadership

 

Welcome to the Course

 

Leadership is one of the most powerful forces in shaping organizations, communities, and even entire nations. In this course, Foundations of Effective Leadership, we’ll explore what makes a great leader—not just in theory, but in real-world practice. Whether you’re preparing for a leadership role, already leading a team, or simply want to understand leadership more deeply, this course will equip you with essential principles, mindsets, and tools.

 

 

What Is Leadership?

 

At its core, leadership is the ability to influence, inspire, and guide others toward a shared goal or vision. It is not merely about authority or titles; rather, it’s about responsibility, integrity, and impact. A leader sets direction, creates clarity, builds trust, and motivates people to take purposeful action—even in the face of uncertainty or challenge.

 

Leadership shows up in many forms:

 

  • A CEO guiding a company through transformation

  • A teacher inspiring students to reach their potential

  • A project manager coordinating diverse talents to achieve success

  • A community member stepping up during times of need

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Leadership can be formal or informal—but its presence makes a difference.

 

 

Why Is Leadership Important?

 

Great leadership creates high-performing teams, healthy cultures, innovation, and long-term success. Poor leadership, on the other hand, often leads to disengagement, conflict, and missed opportunities.

 

Leadership matters because:

 

  • It drives change and progress

  • It brings out the best in others

  • It provides direction in times of uncertainty

  • It is essential in all fields and at all levels—from business to education to public service

 

 

Key Themes in This Course

 

Throughout the course, we will explore several foundational themes:

 

  • Self-awareness and personal values

  • Communication and emotional intelligence

  • Motivation and team dynamics

  • Vision setting and strategic thinking

  • Ethical leadership and decision-making

  • Leading through change and uncertainty

 

 

A Final Thought

 

Leadership is not something you’re born with or without. It’s a set of skills and mindsets that can be learned, developed, and refined. Whether you’re leading a team of ten or influencing in subtle, behind-the-scenes ways, leadership begins with you.

 

Let’s begin the journey.

 

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