Becoming a Better Leader

This completely online and self-paced one-module course utilizes Inc. Magazine's prize-winning editorial content to introduce basic concepts of business leadership, including communication and motivation; leading teams; leading virtual workers; and leading during times of change. The focus is on providing practical, hands-on advice to entrepreneurs and small-business people, including video segments with analysis and commentary from industry-leading practitioners and subject matter experts. The course also offers real-world examples, how-to lists and advice, interactive games, and review questions to ensure mastery of the material. Included with your course is a six-month complimentary subscription to Inc. Magazine. Your subscription will start with the current issue. Inc. Magazine publishes 6 issues a year. Learning Outcomes Explain what makes a good business leader Distinguish between different leadership styles, and explain the advantages of each Explain the importance of communication in successful leadership Distinguish between leadership and formal authority Lead teams effectively Recognize the importance of leadership in managing organizational change Outline a strategy for leading virtual workers Strengthen your own leadership skills Identify employees with leadership potential Groom employees for future leadership roles Articulate the need for succession planning Explain the role of leadership in shaping an organization's culture