Effective Supervisor

Get ready to boost your leadership skills and handle your team like a pro in this hands-on supervisor workshop.

UVA Wise Test Event

Join us at the David J. Prior Convocation Center for the UVA Wise Test Event! It's happening on May 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM (Eastern Time). Come hang out, meet new people, and enjoy the day with us. Don’t miss out on this fun in-person event — we can’t wait to see you there!

Two‑Day Leadership & Supervision Workshop Summary

Day 1: Leadership Foundations, Communication & Emotional Intelligence

Focus: Building self‑awareness, understanding leadership behaviors, and strengthening communication.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the difference between management and leadership
• Identify and interpret your personal DiSC behavioral style
• Build your leadership identity through increased self‑awareness
• Explore key leadership theories and essential leadership attributes
• Improve verbal and nonverbal communication skills
• Strengthen active listening and emotional intelligence
• Assess personal conflict management styles
• Learn strategies to increase motivation and employee engagement

Day 2: Team Building, Problem Solving, Delegation & Time Management

Focus: Applying leadership skills to team environments, decision making, and supervisory responsibilities.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the characteristics of high‑performing teams
• Apply stages of team development (forming → adjourning)
• Use creative problem‑solving and decision‑making tools
• Practice effective delegation at the individual and team level
• Learn practical time‑management techniques for supervisors
• Recognize team resistance and develop strategies to overcome it