This is the first course in the Google People Management Essentials specialization. In this course, learners will be introduced to the foundational principles of effective people management, starting with the crucial mindset shift from individual contributor to team leader. Learners will explore Google's research on what makes teams effective, including the importance of open communication and a culture of learning, and will begin to explore how AI can enhance a manager's effectiveness.
Create a High-Performing Team
Create a High-Performing Team
This course is part of Google People Management Essentials Specialization
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What you'll learn
Examine the mindset shifts that contribute to being a successful manager.
Describe common pitfalls managers encounter when transitioning from individual contributor to manager.
Determine actions a manager can take to achieve ambitious goals by working together with open communication and a culture of learning.
Explain how "managing up" and "managing across" benefit individual managers and their teams.
Skills you'll gain
- AI Enablement
- Leadership
- Internal Communications
- Lifelong Learning
- Professional Development
- Willingness To Learn
- Culture Transformation
- Management Training And Development
- Team Leadership
- Team Management
- Collaboration
- Communication Strategies
- People Development
- People Management
- Drive Engagement
- Organizational Leadership
- Leadership and Management
- Team Building
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork
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Taught in English
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a great introduction to leadership skills and the fundamentals of team leadership and culture