Leadership Essentials is a six-month leadership development program for emerging leaders offered through Loyola University Maryland, in collaboration with Leadership Howard County. From December – June each year, a diverse cohort of approximately 30 individuals from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors strengthen their leadership skills through full-day sessions, one-on-one coaching, and a community service project.
Sessions are led by subject matter experts and cover the following topics:
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
- Effective communication skills
- High performing teams
- Conflict management
- Building collaborative relationships and networks
- Critical thinking and problem solving