Effective Supervisory Skill Building: Study Guide

The Effective Supervisory Skill Building Study Guide provides review questions, worksheets, and learning activities to supplement the concepts and practices covered in the fifth edition of Effective Supervisory Practices: Better Results Through Teamwork, also published by ICMA. Together the study guide and book comprise a “course” designed to help both new and experienced supervisors become more skilled and successful at their jobs. It offers a framework for improving supervisory practices, supporting professional development, and ensuring high-quality public service. The Effective Supervisory Practices Skill Building course (study guide and book) helps -Broaden understanding of the roles and responsibilities of today’s local government supervisors -Connect theories of supervisory practice to real-life situations -Encourage thoughtful discussion among practicing supervisors to increase learning -Build confidence among supervisors by applying what is learned in the classroom to the day-to-day challenges of the job.