Four-Week Interactive Course

Adaptive Leadership Skills for First-Time Managers

Build creative, collaborative, and resilient teams ready to adapt to changing conditions in journalism. Learn practical strategies from industry expert Kathy Lu starting August 4, 2026.

Instructor
What is adaptive leadership and what is your vision of leadership? We'll workshop these ideas and give you a framework for honing your strengths and aspirations as a leader. This foundational session sets the stage for the entire course.
Tools & References
Personal Mission Statement Leadership Vision Worksheet
Instructor
Effective leaders know how to navigate relationship dynamics to help their team succeed through an intentional combination of care and accountability. This session covers frameworks for setting expectations, giving feedback, and having difficult conversations—skills every new manager needs.
Tools & References
1-on-1 Meeting Template Feedback Formula Trust-Building Practices
Instructor
Change can be disorienting, and adaptive leaders know how to navigate themselves and their team through uncertainty. In this session, we'll discuss strategies for managing feelings around change, strengthening our ability to face challenges, and finding a path forward in the evolving journalism landscape.
Tools & References
Change Communication Plan Stress Management Techniques Team Resilience Assessment
Instructor
In our final session, we'll solidify your leadership vision and set post-workshop goals. We'll also open the floor for all your first-time manager questions and challenges. This session includes a leadership real talk Q&A where you can ask anything and learn from the experiences of your peers in the cohort.
Tools & References
Personal Leadership Vision Board Accountability Partner Guide Resource Library for Ongoing Learning