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Leadership Essentials

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Leadership Essentials is a unique opportunity to build the core competencies of leadership to support the university’s aspirations for talent development. The program consists of three modules in a self-paced online format. These modules are designed to provide meaningful, relevant, and practical knowledge, skills, and abilities to help you be a successful leader where you are.

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Leading Self

Develop self-awareness and initiative to lead from any position.

  • What is Leadership? (Definition, roles, and styles)
  • Self-Leadership vs. Self-Management
  • Self-Awareness: Internal & External
  • Emotional Intelligence & Integrity
  • Growth Mindset & Attitude
  • Time and Energy Management
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Leading Others

Foster inclusive and ethical workplace relationships.

  • Cultural Competency & Inclusive Practices 
  • Ethics and the Principles of Community 
  • Communication Styles & Feedback 
  • Navigating Blind Spots 
  • Advocacy and Allyship in the Workplace
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Leading Teams

Collaborate effectively to support team and organizational goals.

  • Collaboration & Team Dynamics 
  • Organizational Awareness & Influence 
  • Strengths-Based Communication 
  • Vision-Driven Behaviors 
  • Followership as Leadership

Accommodations

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, contact Talent Development via email at vttraining@vt.edu at least 10 business days prior to the event. 


Assistance available

8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Email: vttraining@vt.edu 
Phone: 540-231-9331