Course Description
A 3 Day Hands-On Workshop at the Strategic Level
In a world that continually evolves with myriad challenges, managers within government agencies must rise to the occasion to enhance their operational efficiency and effectiveness. As a seasoned mid-level manager, you possess the critical ability to evaluate and elevate your organization's overall performance, especially during periods marked by significant changes, challenges, and uncertainties.
This course provides a crucial framework for comprehending the systems and methodologies of your agency, offering a comprehensive insight into leading your organization forward.
Who Should Attend
Designed for second and third-line managers (those in charge of supervisors or other managers) who are committed to honing their skills to boost their organizations' performance.
Subjects Covered in this Workshop
Through a blend of interactive lectures, group discussions, and practical exercises, you will learn to:
- Think broadly and from multiple perspectives.
- Recognize and seize opportunities by viewing situations from various viewpoints to promote organizational adaptability.
- Implement innovative management tactics that enhance operational effectiveness.
- Collaborate effectively to manage and influence team cultures.
- Develop and communicate a compelling vision for your organization, charting strategic paths toward achieving it.
- Conduct effective negotiations to mitigate and resolve counterproductive conflicts.
Air Force Competencies Addressed / Proficiency Levels
Employing Military Capabilities
- Operational and Strategic Art
- Unit, AF, Joint, and Coalition Capabilities
- Non-Adversarial Crisis Response
Enterprise Perspective
- Enterprise Structure and Relationships (Intermediate)
- Government Organization and Processes (Intermediate)
- Global, Regional, and Cultural Awareness (Proficient)
- Strategic Communication
Managing Organizations and Resources
- Resource Stewardship (Proficient)
- Change Management (Proficient)
- Continuous Improvement (Proficient)
Strategic Thinking
- Vision (Intermediate)
- Decision Making (Skilled/Advanced)
- Adaptability (Proficient)
Leading People
- Develops and Inspires Others (Proficient/Skilled)
- Takes Care of People (Proficient/Skilled)
- Diversity (Proficient/Skilled)
Fostering Collaborative Relationships
- Builds Teams and Coalitions (Skilled/Advanced)
- Negotiating (Proficient)
Embodies Airman Culture
- Ethical Leadership (Intermediate/Proficient)
- Followership (Intermediate/Proficient)
- Warrior Ethos
- Develops Self (Intermediate/Proficient)
Communicating
- Speaking and Writing (Proficient)
- Active Listening (Proficient)
9.6 Overall effectiveness
9.8 Presented Effectively
9.6 Relevant to Development
9.6 Apply Training
9.8 Would Recommend
- JBSA
- Tinker AFB
- WPAFB
“The Challenge of leadership by Beyond Influence, has both taught me to lead and given me the tools to do it. I am currently six months into a year long DoD leadership development program. In my opinion this course has done more by giving me the tools needed to not only effectively lead a team, but to lead my peers and by boss as well. I believe this course has the potential to eliminate the effects of toxic leadership without eliminating the leader.”-GS-13, Vectored
“Immediate applicability in professional and personal life. I would invite the entire Air Force.” -Lt. Colonel, USAF
“I highly recommend this course to anyone who has leadership aspirations. I will be applying the information I learned as it was eye-opening and practical. If CO’s and first-line supervisors were to attend this course, the culture of the workplace would be impacted in a very positive way.” -GS-13, Vectored
“This course added a number of tools to my belt to more effectively communicate and encourage/influence better outcomes and relationships. Personal insight supporting concepts really hit home and made me think about how I act and work with those around me. This was a stretching experience for me.” -Colonel, USAF
