JWCC Business & Industry Training offering leadership courses

QUINCY — John Wood Community College Business and Industry Training is offering a series of three classes that focus on characteristics of effective leaders, ethics, service, and both leadership and communication skills — with a special emphasis on listening and engaging with others effectively.

Become the Leader Others Want to Follow focuses on the practical aspects of self-evaluation and leadership growth. Attendees learn how to evaluate and recognize servant leadership, engage in effective listening and interaction, as well as learn leadership traits effective leaders have. Much class time is spent on discussion and relatable practices to reinforce continued learning of leadership concepts and actual leadership situations. The class will be from 8 a.m. to noon March 31.

Leading From the Front focuses on personal development practices and leadership growth. Attendees learn how to identify the value and practices of personal goal setting and evaluation of their leadership. Additionally, they learn to be motivational and create an environment of teamwork. Much class time is spent on discussion and relatable practices to reinforce learning of leadership concepts and actual leadership situations. The class will be from 8 a.m. to noon May 5.

Leading to Create Other Leaders focuses on the practical aspects of delegating and setting accountability in other leaders and encourages leadership growth. Attendees learn how to have relatable development conversations and set responsibilities by engaging in “Ownership Mindset.” Much class time is spent on discussion, relatable practices and role play to reinforce continued learning of leadership concepts and review of actual leadership situations. The class will be from 8 a.m. to noon June 9.

All classes are open to the public. No application is necessary. People must make a reservation to attend. The classes will take place at JWCC’s Workforce Development Center, 4220 Koch’s Lane.

The cost of each course is $85 per person. The rate is discounted to $65 if a person enrolls in all three classes. Students should register a minimum of two business days prior to the class. For more information or to register, contact the Workforce Development Center at 217-641-4971.