Leading in Government

Considering a career in government? This course demystifies the critical knowledge and skills you need to lead in the public arena.

Introduction

• Leading in government
• Challenges and opportunities

1. Strategic Thinking

• Strategic thinking for public leaders
• Connecting vision to mission in government
• Translating work objectives into plans in government

2. Budgeting

• Budgeting for public leaders
• Staffing your team for excellence
• Smart resource management

3. Coaching and Feedback

• Developing and motivating employees
• Leading through coaching and feedback
• Expectation setting and performance review

4. Communication

• Learn to listen
• Presentation skills for government leaders
• Creating a communication plan for public leadership

5. Situational/External Awareness

• Leading through trends and change

6. Innovation

• Creating innovative solutions in government

7. Decision-Making

• Decision-making for public leaders
• Risk management in the public sector

8. Serving the Public

• Leading the continuous improvement of customer service
• How to be more effective and efficient

Conclusion

• Start leading