- Intermediate/Introductory *6 hours CPD
This course provides a comprehensive management tool box for developing the key skills of an effective and motivational manager, whether of lawyers or other employees in law firms. The course is interactive and based on practical experience and covers essential skills in the areas of communication, motivation, appraisals and recruitment, amongst others:
- Key responsibilities and actions for managers
- Encouraging people to contribute and improve their performance - develop an inclusive management style - with case studies
- Conduct appraisals that will motivate people - avoid some common pitfalls
- Delegate to the team without losing control - the need to expand the skills in the team
- Communication - the core skill of an effective manager - are you a good listener?
- Influencing and "selling" your ideas
- Your leadership style - task v. people; tell, sell, consult
- Recruitment & selection - the latest techniques to ensure you select the "right" people - some pitfalls to avoid
The Solicitors’ Code of Conduct Rule 5 makes the effective running of the firm a matter of professional conduct, requiring partners ‘to be able to produce evidence of a systematic and effective approach to management’. It requires effective systems for supervision, risk management and delegation, and expects training to ensure the competence of all personnel in performing their duties. This course will help you meet this requirement.