Training
Building supervisory capability across a scientific workforce
USDA Agricultural Research Service
The challenge
Technical experts across the Agricultural Research Service were stepping into supervisory roles without formal leadership preparation.
The organization needed consistent, practical training that respected a scientific culture and could be delivered across dispersed locations.
The solution
MTI delivered a tailored series drawn from its catalog — manager fundamentals, communications, feedback, delegation and leading change — adapted to the language and pressures of a research environment.
Sessions were delivered both onsite and virtually to reach dispersed staff, with activities built on participants' live supervisory situations.
Results
- A consistent leadership vocabulary across locations
- New supervisors confident in feedback and delegation conversations
- Practical tools applied to live team situations
- Positive evaluations and repeat engagements
Relevant service
Leadership Development
Developing managers into strategic leaders through customized training, coaching and facilitation.
Related courses
- Manager Training6 hours
- Delegation2 hours
- Managing and Motivating Employees2 hours