Do a quick Google search on leadership and you will get over 2 million results in under a second. For someone looking to improve their leadership skills, where do they start? This webinar will highlight some major leadership theories with emphasis on practical application.
Effective leadership is essential at every level of an organization, especially in public service roles where leaders often face unique challenges in communication, decision-making, and team development. In this session, we will cut through the clutter and focus on key leadership strategies that are both time-tested and adaptable to today’s dynamic work environments. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned manager, this webinar will provide you with actionable insights and tools to enhance your leadership capabilities.
Target Audience
This webinar is ideal for city and county government staff, public works professionals, transportation and planning personnel, supervisors, and anyone in a leadership role—or aspiring to be in one—within a local agency setting.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
▪️ Explore foundational leadership theories and their relevance to public sector environments.
▪️ Identify key traits and behaviors of effective leaders.
▪️ Learn strategies to enhance team performance and workplace morale.
▪️ Understand the role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership.
▪️ Apply practical leadership techniques to real-world challenges in local agencies.
Instructor Bio:
Carolyn Miller is an assistant county manager in Chatham County, North Carolina and has instructed in the areas of leadership, conflict management, and supervision for over 25 years. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Pennsylvania State University, and East Carolina University. She is an original instructor in the Chatham County Leadership Academy, their in-house training curriculum focusing on professional development of employees. In addition, she is an instructor with NC LTAP and the Kentucky Transportation Center in the continuing education programs for local government employees, instructing courses in supervision, leadership, ethics, supervision and conflict management.
RECORDING
To earn Professional Development Hours (PDHs) or a Certificate of Completion for each recorded webinar, you must view the entire webinar. After viewing, please fill out the web form at the link below to request your certificate. The Florida LTAP Center will follow-up within 2-3 weeks.
This webinar will award 1.5 PDHs.