Engaging Leadership

To meet the unique challenges of today’s fast changing business world, leaders in all types of organizations are taking on newer responsibilities. Danielle Harlan, an expert in human behavior and a doctorate in political science, offers her expertise on how to become an effective leader in diverse business settings.

 

In this course, Harlan discusses qualities displayed by great leaders. She talks about real self-knowledge and the ability to focus on both people and the mission simultaneously. She stresses the need for leaders to be passionate about their work. Harlan lists qualities essential for success as seen in “alphas”, or highly successful and motivated individuals. She describes how “alphas” tend to be proactive and step in to fill needs that emerge. She talks about the concept of emotional intelligence and shares important tips for conducting productive meetings. She outlines a framework to achieve both personal and business goals that she calls “Dream, Design, Do”.