From first line supervisor to manager to the C-suite, Employers Council has training to help improve the leadership skills of the individuals who guide your organization. We offer an integrated approach to learning which combines leadership theory with practical application and uses a blend of learning methods to address different learning styles and needs. 

Employers Council offers award-winning leadership academies, along with classes designed to promote professional growth on topics such as managerial skills, communications, conflict management, leading teams, assertiveness, delegation, motivating employees, diversity, executive leadership, group facilitation, and much more.     

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Development Built by Leaders for Leaders

Being in a position of leadership can often lead to feelings of isolation and a difficulty finding ways to grow and develop. It's hard to learn from your colleagues when positions of leadership by definition mean less colleagues who share the same responsibilities. Our leadership development classes are crafted by the insights and experiences of successful leaders – paired with research on leadership and organizational development – to provide the guidance and frameworks necessary to build upon experience in a role. In addition to sound methodology and an award-winning approach to leadership management, these classes give you an opportunity to meet, network, and collaborate with others wrestling with the responsibilities of leadership.

​Learn more about executive leadership and management training at Employers Council for tips on how to grow as a leader and the philosophy behind our training.

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Intentional Leadership Program​

Employers Council offers the Intentional Leadership Program each year: a nine-month, multi-faceted approach to leadership development. The program deepens awareness and develops crucial leadership skills for executives and senior managers who demonstrate high leadership potential. The nine-month learning laboratory provides insights and opportunities that have an immediate and significant impact on a leader's contributions to the organization. Our integrated approach challenges participants to immediately begin thinking as leaders. Program faculty support participants to include time-honored and cutting-edge leadership practices into their own leadership styles. 

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A Blended Learning Approach

This program is based on a blended learning approach, providing a multi-faceted, integrated experience through:

• Four Core Training Modules using the innovative and efficient Reverse Classroom Method where participants learn new content at their own pace according to their schedule and then deepen the learning in the cohort setting through discussion, hands-on activities and application.
  
• Executive Coaching: Eight one-on-one coaching sessions with an Executive Coach.
  
• Workplace Project: A self-directed workplace project supported by a state-of-the-art online learning process with project advisement.
  
• Decision-Making Groups: Three decision-making methods taught to address real time business issues.
  
• Hot Topics: Half-day modules to introduce concepts relevant to today's changing workplace.

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