Emerging Leaders Webinar Series: Build Confidence, Skills, and Momentum in Your Leadership Journey
Stepping into leadership is both an exciting milestone and a significant new challenge. To support emerging professionals who are ready to grow, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is launching the Emerging Leaders Webinar Series, a two-part virtual experience designed to help rising business leaders prepare for advancement and thrive in their first leadership role.
Whether you’re seeking clarity on how to present yourself as leadership-ready or looking for practical tools to succeed once you step into a new role, this series offers focused, real-world guidance tailored for early-career professionals.
PART ONE
Ready to Lead? 5 Steps to Prepare for Leadership Opportunities
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM (CST)
Start your leadership journey by understanding how to stand out in your current role. In this session, you’ll learn strategies to increase your visibility, demonstrate leadership potential, and cultivate the mindset organizations seek in rising leaders. You’ll walk away with actionable steps to bridge the gap between where you are and where you aspire to be.
PART TWO
Thriving in Your First Professional Leadership Role
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM (CST)
Earning a leadership role is only the beginning. This session will equip you with essential skills to step into your new responsibilities with confidence and effectiveness. Discover how to build trust, strengthen team relationships, and set the foundation for long-term success as a new leader.