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Leading the Life You Want

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Course Summary

This course is designed to help individuals identify their values, goals, and purpose in life, and develop the skills and strategies necessary for achieving them.

Key Learning Points

Learn how to define and prioritize your own values and goals
Develop strategies for overcoming obstacles and achieving success
Explore the role of relationships in personal and professional fulfillment

Learning Outcomes

Identify personal values and goals
Develop strategies for achieving goals
Understand the role of relationships in personal and professional fulfillment

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge or experience required
Open-mindedness and willingness to learn

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Self-paced
Online
Video Lectures

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Description

Pursue a meaningful life and improve your performance as a leader. Taught by acclaimed Wharton professor, best-selling author, and former Ford Motor Company executive and head of its Leadership Development Center, Stew Friedman, Leading the Life You Want provides you with the skills you need to lead in all four domains of your life: at work, at home, in the community, and in your private self (mind, body, and spirit). You'll explore the core principles of leadership and learn the skills you need to bring them to life. You learn how to find a greater sense of purpose, see how to convey values with stories, learn how to manage attention, feel less stressed, lead through serving others, and more. You'll see these skills illustrated in the inspiring yet imperfect lives of six remarkable leaders: Tom Tierney (former CEO of Bain), Sheryl Sandberg (COO of Facebook), Michelle Obama (former First Lady), Eric Greitens (Republican Governor of Missouri), Julie Foudy (world champion soccer star and three-time Olympic medalist), and Bruce Springsteen (world-famous rock musician). You'll have the opportunity to assess your own leadership skills, and learn simple, proven exercises to practice them. By the end of this course, you'll have the tools you need to develop your skills so you can grow as a leader in all areas of your life and create greater harmony among them.

Outline

Module 1
Course Introduction
Three Total Leadership Principles
Be Real, Be Whole, Be Innovative
The Six Profiles
The Story of Tom Tierney
Tom Tierney Skills Analysis
Self-Assessment of 18 Total Leadership Skills
Module 1 Readings
Module 1 Quiz: Introduction and Tom Tierney

Module 2
The Story of Sheryl Sandberg
Sheryl Sandberg Skills Analysis
The Story of Eric Greitens
Eric Greitens Skills Analysis
Module 2 Readings
Module 2 Quiz: Sheryl Sandberg and Eric Greitens

Module 3
The Story of Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama Skills Analysis
The Story of Julie Foudy
Julie Foudy Skills Analysis
Module 3 Readings
Module 3 Quiz: Michelle Obama and Julie Foudy

Module 4
The Story of Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen Skills Analysis
Course Conclusion
Module 4 Readings
Survey for those who have finished the Specialization
Module 4 Quiz: Bruce Springsteen and Conclusion

Summary of User Reviews

Read reviews about the Leading the Life You Want course on Coursera. Users highly recommend the course for anyone looking to improve their personal and professional life. Many users praise the course for its practicality and effectiveness. However, some users find the course content repetitive and overly simplistic.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Practicality and effectiveness

Pros from User Reviews

The course offers practical advice and tools that users can apply to their daily lives.
The instructors are knowledgeable and engaging.
The course is well-structured and easy to follow.
The course covers a range of topics that are relevant to personal and professional development.
The course provides opportunities for self-reflection and goal-setting.

Cons from User Reviews

Some users find the course content repetitive and overly simplistic.
The course may not be suitable for those looking for in-depth analysis of personal development theories.
The course does not offer individualized feedback or support.
The course may not be challenging enough for users with extensive personal development experience.
The course may require a significant time commitment, especially for those completing the assignments.

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