In these unprecedented times, we know that managers at all levels are experiencing new and different challenges as they lead distributed teams. This Lead From Where You Are page holds manager resources to develop skill and confidence as they lead, support and engage team members during this moment and beyond.

Peer Connections

Connect with Northwestern Managers

Join the community

• Join the Manager's Corner group in MS Teams to share practices, ideas, resources, and learn from each other.
• When you join the Manager's Corner group in MS Teams, you will be invited to join an optional monthly real-time zoom conversation with fellow manager peers.  These moderated conversations typically held on a Tuesday from 3:30-4:30pm, are an opportunity to connect and discuss topics with fellow peers in real time. Join the Manager's Corner group for exact dates.

Tools for Supporting Team Development

• Team Learning Planner
• Learning check-in
• Virtual Workshop Calendar

Additional Learning for Managers

On-Demand and Virtual Workshops

myHR Learn Playlists

Playlists for managers are organized by topic such as Leadership Development and Performance Excellence for Managers and support learning that meets your needs, on your own time. 

Virtual Learning

See our list of upcoming workshops via our  virtual workshop calendar .

• Organizational Leadership Specialization Certificate Program (MOOC)

• Understanding Motivation: Autonomy, Mastery, and Purpose (TedEd)

  • Accompanying Northwestern Manager “DIY” – Launching TedEd Discussions