The A to Z Podcast

Leading from the Middle: 3 Competencies That Separate Good Managers from Great Leaders

Dr. AZ Habtewold

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Many middle leaders struggle to lead effectively because they continue managing as individual contributors or team supervisors. This session explains the three core competencies—portfolio management, performance leadership, and upward influence—and the mindset, focus, and capabilities required to lead across teams, align with executives, enabling coordinated execution and organizational impact.