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Program Manager builds skills in strategic thinking and plan execution

Harvard Professional Development

Program Manager Cloud Integration, Federal Reserve Bank of Texas. Program: Business Strategy: Evaluating and Executing the Strategic Plan. What motivated you to take Business Strategy: Evaluating and Executing the Strategic Plan ? The focus of the program on becoming a strategic thinker has been very valuable for me.

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How do I find the perfect mentor?

Let's Grow Leaders

If you’re like most managers we talk with, you’ve got more than one area you’re working to develop. And the same person who is great with executive presence may struggle with strategic thinking. […]. The perfect mentor can be really hard to find. The post How do I find the perfect mentor?

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3 Stumbling Blocks that Prevent Managers from Being Strategic

CMOE

Strategic thinking has become one of the most valued skills in managers, and many organizations know that strategic thinking is integral to their success. Unfortunately, managers often run into challenges that prevent them from engaging in strategic thought and action with consistency and regularity.

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The Key Differences and Skill between Supervisor vs. Manager Roles

CMOE

The terms supervisor and manager are often used interchangeably. Understanding the distinctions between the supervisor vs. managers role and their nuances is crucial in identifying ways to coordinate your organization’s responsibilities and tasks to achieve results. Similarities Between a Supervisor and Manager. Authority Level.

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Is Leadership Training Worth the Investment?

Crestcom

Should Your Organization Invest in Leadership Development? Leadership development programs are not just investments– they are catalysts for success. Developing current employees for leadership roles ensures that the organization remains resilient in the face of changes. For example, the Crestcom L.E.A.D.R.

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4 Essential Change-Management Leadership Skills

CMOE

Unfortunately, not enough leaders are equipped with the right training or knowledge to effectively lead their team members through change; almost two-thirds of employers noted that a lack of change-management expertise was a problem during their recent initiatives. What Is Change Management in Leadership?

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What Future Executives Should Be Thinking About

Harvard Professional Development

Along with intimate knowledge of their chosen field or industry, executives need to develop key skills like decision making, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence. How can emerging executives develop these skills? How Can Harvard Help?