How to use the leadership series

This collection of handouts, eLearning modules, videos, and activities is called the leadership series. Unlike other leadership training, it does not have a set order or a specific way to do the training.

So how do you use the materials?

The easy answer is that it is up to you. In this handout we will describe a few different ways individuals or organizations can use these training materials. Most importantly, we invite you to explore what’s there, so you find what works best for your needs.

Individual learner

For those looking to improve their own leadership skills, the leadership series is a great way to do it. Here are a few ideas:

• Pick what topics most interest you
• Evaluate your leadership style
• Evaluate your work style
• Or choose one of these topics:
  • Human and Organizational Performance (HOP)
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Setting goals
  • Mindfulness
  • Relationship building
  • Building trust
  • Communication
  • Challenging conversations

Lead a group

The leadership series is also designed to be used by a group leader that selects the modules and topics they want to cover. The main role as a group leader is to facilitate conversations. These modules are designed to begin conversations, to promote self-reflection, and to use the skills right away in everyday interactions.

Because the leadership series is made up of small, bite-sized pieces, a group leader can opt to add other materials such as online videos or articles from other sources.

Here is a sample curriculum guide, but remember you can always build your own – and don’t forget you can also hold classroom discussions in a virtual format:

Foundation

• Read about Human and Organizational Performance (HOP)
• Do the online learning module on HOP 

Learn about yourself

• Watch the video on leadership styles 
• Read about leadership styles 
• Do the online learning module on leadership styles, which includes a survey to let you find your dominant style
• (Another option: Do the survey in paper form in the classroom)

Communicate better

• Read about communication
• Do the online learning module on communication 

Involve employees

• Watch the video on employee engagement
• Read about employee engagement 
• Do the online module on employee engagement

Build a learning team

• Watch the video on learning teams 
• Read about learning teams 
• Do the online module on learning teams
• For a classroom activity option use the learning team discussion sheet to talk about a recent workplace injury or to examine a workplace issue.

Establish accountability

• Read about accountability at all levels
• Do the online module on accountability at all levels
• Review examples of safety accountabilities and discuss them

Summary

The leadership series allows learners to engage with the material in small pieces, encouraging participants to look for ways to use the concepts in their everyday work . If you still have questions, be sure to reach out to your assigned safety consultant or contact safetyservices@saif.com.

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