A Note From Our Director
Leadership and Management: The Double Helix
Leaders and managers, leadership and management ... shall ever the twain meet? The answer is yes - and that is a good thing. Within each of us there are leader and manager values, elements, and competencies.
One can think about them as a double helix.
Conceptually, they are not "opposed" to each other, they are juxtaposed. The problem is that, although they can balance each other, they often conflict with each other.
Consider the following:
Opposed Conceptualization
The opposed mindset communicates one OR the other.
Management.......................................................................................................Leadership
Juxtaposed Conceptualization
The juxtaposed conceptualization invites us to think of people as having a "score" so to speak on each dimension. Thus there can be someone high on both, or poor on both, or high on one but not the other.
That leads to the following four cell table of distribution:
Individuals often do not recognize where they fit, leading them to overestimate or underestimate their location in the table.
Our LCBO has a broader goal than turning out Excellent Leader/Mangers; we hope our graduates will use their excellent leader manager skills to create high performing organizations. This requires not only
having both sets of skills (management and leadership), but
applying them appropriately.
Using the
7C Conceptualization developed by Tropman and Wooten we can see the differences between management skills and leadership skills.
The secret of application is doing the
opposite of what the organization or person is good at in the moment. If processes are going well, leadership for change and improvement may be required. If things are exciting but chaotic, management emphases may be required. So leadership and management entails knowing and applying the competencies, bobbing and weaving throughout the day.
Director, Leadership in Community Benefit Organizations
Professor of Social Work
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Leadership Careers in Focus
New Opportunities for Consultancy and Capacity Building
Many nonprofits valiantly impact communities with limited means and heightened challenges. Demonstrate your expertise through team consultancy and capacity building opportunities with area nonprofits.
Seize this opportunity and position yourself for your leadership career!
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Have you ever noticed yourself noodling over a solution to an organizational problem? Has your leadership mind identified opportunities that swamped do-gooders don't see? Could you advise organizational leaders in mission drift rectification or mission impact?
Rather than becoming frustrated with organizational missteps or shortsightedness, offer to help. Contribute your expert voice to one of the thousands of organizations that aim to benefit community every day.
Here's how:
Visit high functioning board meetings where industry leaders like the president of Northern Trust Bank and sector leaders like the president of Common Ground serve.
Train with scholars and leaders in board governance and best practices.
Volunteer on board committees to contribute and to prove your "value add."
Serve as a trustee.
While you're at it, network with professionals whose organizational needs just might match your career aspirations. Your elevator pitch will come in handy.
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Leadership Program and Career Services Events
Fall 2015 Master Class
Fr
iday, October 9
Join us for an opportunity to interact with
national philanthropic leader
(and SSW alumna!) Eileen Heisman!
Part 1:
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Exclusive Student Event*
"Eileen's Leadership Journey and Tips for Emerging Professionals"
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (breakfast provided); International Institute, 1636
Part 2: Public Keynote
"Philanthropy: Then, Now and the Future"
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM
; ECC, 1840
Workshops
#SpeakerSeries @ Noon
Sponsored by the Dean's Office and the Office of Student Services
Leadership and Corporate Relations Workshop and Panel
Tuesday, October 27, 12:30 - 2 PM, B770
Curious about how your MSW skills can translate into the corporate sector?
Want to hear from local companies about their corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies?
In partnership with the United Way of Washtenaw County, come hear about what corporate relations is, skills MSWs can utilize when navigating for-profit companies, and hear from a panel of local companies on their CSR platforms. Lunch will be served
Preparing Your Professional Launch
Wednesday, December 2, 5-6 PM; SSWB 3752
Whether you are preparing to graduate or planning ahead, join Janice Williams Miller as she discusses launching your career as a social work leader.
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Three Imperatives of Leading and Managing
As leaders and managers within organizations, we need to constantly consider what skills we must utilize and call upon to achieve success for our stakeholders.
These three key elements are not quick and easy wins, they are substantial and fundament
al to one's ability to function effectively as a leader.
- Building Trust
- Building a Real Team and Managing Through It
- Building a Network
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Legislative, Education, and Advocacy Day (LEAD)
Help social workers and NASW-Michigan become an influential voice in the Michigan political arena!
Social workers have a responsibility to advocate for themselves, their agencies, and their clients;
LEAD will enhance your skills and provide you with amazing networking opportunities.
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at NASW-Michigan's role in Michigan's political process. Learn how you can become a key adviser to the legislators and an effective advocate for the social work profession and the State's most vulnerable citizens.
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Executive Director, Community Wellness
Jenna Bacolor, the Network for Social Work Management's "Monday Morning 
Manager,"
discusses what leadership qualities she feels are important for success.
"I'm a naturally curious person and that's reflected in my leadership style. I enjoy reading about management and leadership, participating in Twitter chats, watching webinars and attending conferences. I think that curiosity is an overlooked leadership quality."
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Apply for the Presidential Management Fellowship
The Presidential Management Fellowship Program (PMF) is designed to attract outstanding graduate students to federal served from a variety of academic disciplines and career  paths who have a clear interest in, and commitment to,
excellence in the leadership and management of public policies and programs.
This opportunity offers LOAN REPAYMENT for macro students!
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Professional Memberships & Networks
Network for Social Work Management 
Membership rate: FREE Member-only benefits:
- Networking opportunities
- International Mentorship Program
- Attend National Conference in 2016, TBA
- Human Services Management Competencies
- Interactive Webinar Series
- Communications
Independent Sector 
Membership rate: $10/year Member-only benefits:
- Networking opportunities
- Independent Sector Affinity Program
- Attend National Leadership Conference, Embark
- Access to NextGeneration (NGen) online community on LinkedIn
- Public Policy Benefits
- Communications
Young Leaders Society - United Way of Washtenaw County Join Here Membership rate: FREE
*Other local chapters available*
Member-only benefits:
- Volunteer & fundraising opportunities
- Networking & leadership events
- Monthly activities- including service projects, social gatherings, professional development meetings
- Community updates & news
Young Nonprofit Professionals of Washtenaw County VIew their Facebook Page  *Other local chapters available here* Membership rate: FREE Member-only benefits:
- Connect with other young local leaders
- Share resources & information
- Nationally recognized
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FREE Business Cards!
Nothing says official more than presenting your very own business cards when networking or interviewing. Leave a lasting impression and contact information for that next great opportunity.
*Additional cards are $13/100 through the School of Social Work Student Union!
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Additional Leadership Events
Innovation in Action
Do you want to go beyond the classroom to make impact? Join the U-M School of Public Health's University-wide competition
Innovation in Action
to create new solutions to real-world Public Health and Education challenges!
Social Impact Internship Info Session
Thursday, Oct. 8, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
W0750, Ross School of Business
Design for Social Impact Workshop
Mon, Oct. 19, 5:30 - 7:00pm
R1240, Ross School of Business
Harness the power of design thinking for social impact!
This
90-minute workshop hosted by the
Center for Social Impact will provide students with design thinking theory, examples, techniques, and tools to identify creative, impactful solutions to social challenges. You will also learn keys to success as well as pitfalls to avoid, and hear about opportunities offered through the center to put your design skills into practice.
Most Likely to Succeed: Free Documentary Screening & Panel
Sun, Oct. 18, 1:30 - 4:00pm
Attend a free screening of the award-winning documentary
Most Likely To Succeed alongside Ann Arbor-area community members who are interested in the future of our schools. The film runs for 90 minutes and will be followed by a panel discussion that includes local students, educators and community leaders.
Change the Music to Change the Dance: How to Turn Organizations Positive
Tuesday, October 13th, 2015, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Robertson Auditorium, 1st Floor, Michigan Ross
Gain inspiring and practical research-based strategies for building organizations that are high performing and bring out the best in people. Join us at the
Positive Links Speaker Series to learn from leading Positive
Organizational scholars. Connect with our community of academics, students, staff, and leaders at our receptions that immediately follow each session.
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**Copies of
The Chronicle of Philanthropy are located in the outside mailbox on John's door (3734).
**If there are articles from other publications that require a membership fee, please let us know and we can access them for you.
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Contact Us
| John Tropman, Director |
SSWB 3734 |
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(734) 763.6275 |
| Rachael Wiener |
SSWB 3751 |
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(734) 764.4903 |
| Janice Williams Miller |
SSWB 3751 |
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(734) 763.9211 |
If you would like to submit items for the Leadership in Community Benefit Organizations' Newsletter (events, op-eds, resources, etc.), please email Rachael.
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