Leadership Transition Skills and Personal Development

Transitioning from an individual contributor or technical specialist to a managerial role is one of the most challenging career milestones. "Leadership Transition Skills and Personal Development" by Fredrick Ezeh (PMP) is designed specifically to help aspiring managers, new team leads, and project coordinators navigate this shift successfully. This course bridges the gap between technical expertise and human-centric management. Students will explore crucial distinctions, such as leading versus managing, hard versus soft skills, and project management versus people management. Through framework-driven lessons, the curriculum highlights the importance of self-awareness using tools like the Iceberg Model and personality assessments. Learners will dive deep into behavioral management, situational leadership styles, and organizational culture. Crucially, the course outlines the Tuckman team development stages (Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, Adjourning) to help leaders nurture high-performing teams through coaching and constructive feedback. Additionally, professionals holding PMI credentials like the PMP can utilize this course to earn valuable Professional Development Units (PDUs) for certification renewal. This comprehensive guide equips you with the essential tools to step into your new leadership identity with confidence.