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From Excellence to Influence:Building a Team By Teaching
A good worker and a great leader are super important to a team and an organization. Both share similar qualities and seem nearly the same at everything… except one. TEACHING! A good worker excels at the skills necessary to perform a job or task. The great leader, however, excels at something that will exponentially exacerbate a team or organization. GREAT LEADERS CAN TEACH!
Sign of Good Worker
Sign of Good Leader
A good worker possesses a deep understanding of their craft or field, showcasing exceptional skill and expertise. This mastery is not just about having knowledge but about applying it effectively to solve problems, improve processes, and deliver high-quality work consistently.
Reliability is a hallmark of a good worker. They are the ones colleagues trust to meet deadlines, handle critical tasks, and deliver results without compromise. Their consistency in performance makes them indispensable to their team and organization.
Good workers set the benchmark for quality. They pay attention to the details and are committed to maintaining high standards in everything they do. Their dedication to excellence inspires others to elevate their work quality and contributes to the overall success of their projects.
A commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement is what distinguishes a good worker. They seek feedback, embrace challenges, and constantly look for ways to enhance their skills and knowledge. This not only benefits their personal growth but also ensures they remain valuable assets to their organization.
Good workers lead by example, demonstrating what it means to be committed, diligent, and passionate about their work. Their work ethic and attitude towards their responsibilities inspire their peers to strive for similar excellence in their own tasks.
Great leaders are adept at turning their vision into teachable moments for their team. They not only articulate where they are heading but also make it a learning journey for everyone involved. By doing so, they ensure that the team not only understands the collective goals but also learns how to navigate towards them, making the achievement of these goals a powerful learning experience.
A hallmark of great leadership is the ability to empower others through education. Leaders who can teach not only impart knowledge but also confidence, enabling team members to unlock their potential. This approach transforms individuals from followers into independent thinkers and problem solvers, significantly amplifying the team’s capabilities.
Leadership transcends personal mastery of skills by embracing the role of mentor. Great leaders are those who can take their understanding and expertise and make it accessible to others. They excel in breaking down complex concepts into understandable lessons, facilitating growth and ensuring their team is equipped to meet challenges head-on.
Great leaders teach the value of collaboration by example. They foster an environment where team members learn from each other, encouraging a culture of shared knowledge and mutual growth. By teaching the importance of teamwork, leaders ensure that the collective strength of the team is greater than the sum of its parts.
The ultimate goal of a great leader is to leave behind a legacy of learning and growth. By focusing on teaching, they ensure that their impact lasts well beyond their tenure, preparing a new generation of leaders who are not just skilled in their jobs but are also capable of teaching others. This cyclical process of learning and teaching ensures that the organization continues to evolve and succeed.
Courses created
I Don't Know It Until I Can Teach It
At every organization I have been with leadership roles have become second nature. Below are some courses that I have designed to help train staff on teams that I have led. From nonprofit, to for-profit, to NCAA, to Higher Education, and across an array of other fields, I have not only learned and invested myself with knowledge but more importantly I translated it into courses that others can benefit from.
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence at The Outlet Project is critical for leaders to understand, implement, and use day-to-day. Explore this demo I created for The Outlet Project using Articulate 360.
DEEO Guide for M/WBE
After a Disparity Study was conducted in Harris County. It was clear and obvious that a large amount of resources would be needed for M/WBE when it came to contract awards in Houston. This course helps guide businesses to ensure compliance and qualifications.
ArcGis Dashboard Functions
Step-by-step instructions on navigating the ArcGis Dashboard & map, toggling and viewing map layers, and accessing various data points about Animal Cruelty in Houston.
Getting Involved at WHAM
This course was designed to help attract 2,400+ volunteers and more than 60 organizations from Higher education, school districts, churches, and corporations. Modernizing learning pays off immensely.
Transformational Leadership
As a Professor one of the toughest things to learn about is transformational leadership and grasping a deep understanding of what that means. This course like many others is a great example of how it can be taught with ease.
How to Fundraise: Nonprofit Guide
I designed this course to help guide nonprofits including the ones I have worked with to build a strong fundraising strategy and set clear vision and goals. This led to hundreds of thousands of dollars raised in months.
WHAM - Staff & Volunteer Safety Training
This course designed trained staff and volunteers on safety protocols at WHAM. Safety for any organization is always a top priority and creating a course that specifically trains staff on safety protocols can be the difference between life or death.
