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Self Awareness and the Effective Leader

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Rice University

Self Awareness and the Effective Leader

David Van Kleeck

Instructor: David Van Kleeck

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 25 hours
Learn at your own pace
97%
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7

(655 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 25 hours
Learn at your own pace
97%
Most learners liked this course

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There are 6 modules in this course

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1 video6 readings1 discussion prompt

Outline a leadership competency framework, explain a methodology for assessing skill level and begin developing your leadership toolbox with an introduction to networking.

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10 videos6 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt

Discuss the challenges that engineers will face in the future and continue developing your toolbox with strategies for managing your time and how to prioritize.

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9 videos4 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

An introduction to self-assessment tools that allow you to identify strengths and weaknesses and how they could impact your leadership style. This week's tool for your leadership toolkit is developing your statement of life purpose.

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11 videos5 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt

Develop strategies for limiting or leveraging stress to improve your leadership style. The tool of the week teaches you to practice effective techniques for controlling stress.

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8 videos3 readings3 assignments1 peer review1 discussion prompt

Discuss the differences between analytical and creative problem solving. Develop techniques for encouraging creativity in solving problems while recognizing and overcoming conceptual blocks. We add mind mapping to your toolbox this week for a way to foster personal creativity.

What's included

10 videos5 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt

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4.6 (135 ratings)
David Van Kleeck
Rice University
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