Supervisory Communication & Leadership Skills
Goal: Transitioning from “Boss” to “Leader” through effective interaction.
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The 3 C’s of Communication:
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Clarity: Giving clear instructions and setting SMART expectations.
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Consistency: Ensuring the message remains the same across the team.
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Compassion: Using Emotional Intelligence (EQ) to understand team needs.
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Active Listening:
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Listening to understand, not just to reply.
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Techniques: Paraphrasing, open-ended questions, and non-verbal cues.
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Feedback Loops:
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The SBI Model: Situation, Behavior, Impact (How to give constructive feedback without attacking the person).
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Praising in public vs. Correcting in private.
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Situational Leadership:
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Knowing when to Direct (tell), Coach (sell), Support (participate), or Delegate (empower) based on the employee’s skill level.
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