Preparing for a Leadership Development Program
Jennifer W. Martineau
Most people wouldn't start a new job, take a trip, or even go to a movie without first gathering some information on what they were about to do. Yet, in my experience, managers who attend leadership development programs show up all too often with little or no knowledge of what is about to occur, even though such experiences can have a major impact on their work and personal lives.
I recently conducted a study (see sidebar) that provides insight into how managers can optimize their development experiences through effective preparation. I found that there are three main tasks on which they should focus their attention: (1) clarifying expectations, (2) understanding motivation, ...
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