Grow to Greatness: Smart Growth for Private Businesses, Part II

Embark on a transformative learning journey with the Grow to Greatness: Smart Growth for Private Businesses, Part II course, offered by the University of Virginia. This comprehensive program, developed by top-ranked faculty at the Darden School of Business, delves into the critical human resource challenges encountered by private businesses as they strive for substantial growth.

Module 2, "The Entrepreneur Must Grow Too!" focuses on the personal growth of entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of transitioning from being a doer to a manager and ultimately becoming a leader and mentor. The module also explores the best practices of delegation and offers valuable insights on the growth journey of entrepreneurs.

Module 3, "The Secret of High Performance is High Employee Engagement," delves into the crucial aspects of creating and maintaining high employee engagement within an organization. From leadership behaviors and culture to strategies for building a high-performance organization, this module offers actionable insights for achieving and sustaining employee engagement.

Module 4, "Growth is Much More Than a Strategy—It Requires a System," provides research-based concepts for businesses and life, emphasizing the importance of measuring and rewarding behaviors and implementing an internal growth system. The module also explores the role of quality, relationships, and key expectations in fostering growth within an organization.

Module 5, "Building a Senior Management Team," delves into the complexities of managing a senior management team, offering insights on the risks and strategies for hiring, successful onboarding of new hires, and the invaluable lessons learned from real-world experiences. This module equips learners with the essential skills for building and managing an effective senior management team.

The final module, "Final Exam," serves as the culminating assessment of the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course. It challenges learners to apply their understanding of the course material and ensures their readiness to navigate the human resource challenges of business growth effectively.