This course is designed to help aspiring and current leaders build the skills and mindset needed to guide teams effectively. Drawing from over forty years of experience, business expert Bill Dellecker shares essential insights from his leadership journey to prove that great leadership isn’t innate — it can be learned and applied by anyone.

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Learn how great leadership can be developed.
Develop essential leadership skills.
Discover a logical progression of leadership development.
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November 2025
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In this section, we delve into the critical role of people in business. You'll learn about hiring A-players, crafting insightful interview questions, verifying candidate credibility, building effective teams, and understanding how company culture reflects leadership values. This knowledge is foundational for making strategic hiring decisions and fostering a productive work environment.
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2 videos4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the concept of aligning teams with a shared purpose. After assembling a core team, leaders must ensure team members understand why the organization exists. This helps maintain focus and prevents aimless enthusiasm. We emphasize that true leadership involves engaging hearts and minds by defining a compelling organizational message. Additionally, understanding your work's impact beyond financial gain is crucial, as is articulating a personal and organizational story that resonates. Lastly, we'll look at creating a shared purpose statement and effectively communicating it to both current and new team members.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we delve into the critical leadership skill of paying attention to details. After assembling the right team and aligning on purpose, the focus on daily details is what positions your organization for success. By examining how leaders balance routine tasks with special projects, and understanding when to avoid overthinking, we highlight how focusing on relevant details can define your brand and propel growth. This section is essential for developing the ability to filter out noise and target the specifics that truly matter.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the importance of leaders physically observing and engaging with the frontline of their business. We delve into concepts like understanding ground truth, probing beyond superficial answers, and becoming expert listeners to truly comprehend and influence the business environment.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the profound impact of leadership on organizational culture. You'll learn how being watched by employees affects tone setting, the similarities between cultivating a business culture and farming, and the importance of qualities such as accountability, respect, and trust.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we will explore the seven genres of communication crucial for leadership. Understand how aspirational, inspirational, strategic, relational, directional, transactional, and transparent communication help leaders articulate ideas effectively and inspire teams.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
In this section, we will explore how leaders can effectively measure what matters within their teams to ensure sustained performance. By leveraging data and understanding customer feedback, leaders can set objectives and key results that align with business success.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we delve into the origins of momentum in teams and how to both build and sustain it for growth. We explore the dynamics of teamwork, various forms of collaboration, and the power of rewards and recognition in maintaining momentum. This section highlights the critical role that effective leadership plays in driving momentum forward.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we will explore how to navigate change effectively, embrace new opportunities, and adjust strategies to thrive in evolving environments. We'll understand why adapting is crucial and how to implement change proactively in leadership and organizational practices.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we will discuss how to handle challenges when they arise in a business setting, focusing on internal versus external challenges, effective problem-solving, and maintaining a will to win. We will also explore why being able to apologize and make things right is essential for leadership.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we delve into the importance of growth in both personal leadership and business contexts. We explore how to become a growth leader, the pitfalls of successful complacence, and the three dimensions of sustainable growth. Additionally, we discuss practical actions for leaders to foster a growth-oriented culture and the necessary conditions for robust business development.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the differences between choosing to act versus simply reacting. We delve into how leadership is an attitude that drives proactive decision-making, and why intentions must be converted into actions for effective outcomes.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
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