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Leading Teams Effectively: Skills for Impactful Leadership

"Leading Teams Effectively" teaches essential leadership skills, focusing on the difference between leadership and management, key behaviors of effective leaders, and strategies to build motivated teams while avoiding toxic traits.

In Partnership withCoursera
Feb, 2026
4h 40m
Core
Business
1.3K Students

Overview

"Leading Teams Effectively: Skills for Impactful Leadership" is a comprehensive course designed to help current and aspiring leaders develop the mindset and behaviors needed to inspire and manage high-performing teams. Led by Ross Maynard, this course explores the characteristics of effective leaders, distinguishes leadership from management, and introduces key frameworks for team engagement. By examining real-world examples and case studies, participants will learn to navigate common leadership challenges, improve team dynamics, and avoid toxic leadership traits.

 

Throughout the course, learners will gain practical tools to enhance their leadership abilities, such as personalized development plans using platforms like Miro and Microsoft Whiteboard. The course delves into the seven behaviors of effective leaders as outlined by the British Army Leadership Code and provides actionable strategies for embodying these traits in various workplace settings. Participants will also learn how to create and sustain motivated teams while assessing and addressing the impact of toxic leadership.

 

By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and confidence to lead with clarity and purpose. They will understand the essential roles of a leader, how to foster a culture of collaboration, and how to continuously develop as an impactful leader. Whether you're looking to improve your leadership skills or prepare for future leadership opportunities, this course offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you thrive.

Skills you'll gain

Business leadershipCollaborationLeadership DevelopmentLeadership and ManagementPeople Development

What you'll learn

  • Explain the distinct roles of a leader versus a manager and Its three key roles of effective leaders.
  • Evaluate the seven behaviours of effective leaders as outlined in the British Army Leadership Code and develop a plan to embody them.
  • Analyse the dynamics of effective teams and implement structures to build an engaged and motivated team.
  • Examine the impact of toxic leadership traits and formulate strategies to address leadership challenges.

Who Should Attend

Prerequisites

This course is designed for individuals at all stages of their leadership journey—whether you are a current manager, supervisor, or team leader aiming to enhance your leadership impact, or an aspiring leader preparing to step confidently into a future leadership role. It also offers valuable insights for business management students who want to understand the real-world skills that effective leaders use to build strong, motivated teams. Regardless of your current position, this course will provide you with the practical tools, behaviours, and strategies needed to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
 

There are no formal prerequisites for this course—making it accessible to anyone with an interest in leadership development. Whether you have years of management experience or are just beginning to explore leadership concepts, this course is designed to meet you where you are. All you need is a desire to learn, reflect, and actively improve your leadership mindset and skills. With curiosity and commitment, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical tools to enhance your leadership effectiveness.
 

Chapters

Explore a structured set of chapters designed to build your skills step by step, with practical examples and hands-on applications.

Meet your instructors

Ross Maynard

Ross Maynard

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do the courses at Starweaver cost?

We offer flexible payment options to make learning accessible for everyone. With our Pay-As-You-Go plan, you can pay for each course individually. Alternatively, our Subscription-Based plan provides you with unlimited access to all courses for a monthly or yearly fee.

Do you offer any certifications upon completion of a course at Starweaver?

Yes, we do offer a certification upon completion of our course to showcase your newly acquired skills and expertise.

Does Starweaver offer any free courses or trials?

No, we don't offer any free courses, but we do offer 5-day trial only on our subscriptions-based plans.

Are Starweaver's courses designed for beginners or advanced students?

Our course is designed with three levels to cater to your learning needs - Core, Intermediate, and Advanced. You can choose the level that best suits your knowledge and skillset to enhance your learning experience.

What payment options are available for Starweaver courses?

We accept various payment methods such as major credit cards, PayPal, wire transfer, and company purchase orders. For more information related to payments contact customer support.

Do you offer refunds?

Yes, we do offer a 100% refund guarantee for our courses within a specified time frame. If you are not satisfied with the course, contact our customer support team to request a refund with your order details. Some restrictions may apply.