About this Program

Stepping into a leadership role among former peers presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. This course equips new and aspiring managers with practical tools to build trust, engage their teams, and establish their leadership identity. Participants will explore common pitfalls that derail new leaders—such as micromanagement, inconsistent communication, and avoidance of conflict—and learn actionable strategies to prevent them.  

Through situational analysis and real-world examples, the course emphasizes how to adapt communication styles, foster transparency, and address generational expectations. Special attention is given to earning respect, encouraging grassroots support, and developing both personal and team growth. By understanding the dynamics of leadership transitions, attendees will gain confidence in their ability to inspire progress and create a positive, productive work environment.  

Agenda:

  • Building Team Trust and Engaging Peers
  • Common Pitfalls of New Managers
    • 4 Steps Transitioning from Peer to Leaders
    • Micromanaging
    • Policies and Procedures
    • Social Media
    • Poor Communication
    • Not Delegating
    • Avoiding Conflict
    • Showing Favoritism
    • Being Inconsistent
    • Not Asking for Feedback  
  • Performing Situational Analysis  
  • Strategies to Earn Respect and Trust
    • Transparency
    • Generational Expectations
    • Leadership Growth and Employee Development  
  • Impacting Progress
    • Knowledge Sharing
    • Grassroots Support  

How it Works:

  • The On Demand CE activity that you purchased will be located in your “My Account” section once you log into the MTMI Website.
  • You have three attempts to pass each quiz.
  • You must earn a score of 75% or higher.
  • Credit is recorded the day you submit and pass the quiz, and is determined using Central time.
  • You have 30 days to complete and pass the quiz.
  • Once passed, access your MTMI “My Account” to print your “Certificate of Completion.”
  • This video expires 1 year after purchase date.

Educational Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, the participants should be able to:

  • Identify tactics to engage former peers to trust your leadership
  • Determine the situational analysis required to modify your communication
  • Discuss strategies necessary to earn trust and respect 
  • Avoid common pitfalls and behavior patterns that will create a negative environment
  • Understand how promotion and advancement can be viewed by differing generations
  • Describe methods and factors to continue to grow you and your leaders
  • Discuss how informal and formal leaders can impact progress  

Program Faculty

Meet your presenter(s)

Brenda DeBastiani

Brenda DeBastiani

MBA, CRA, FAHRA, RT(R)

Brenda DeBastiani is the President of MTMI, a position that she has held since April 2024. Before this, Brenda was the Director of Imaging at Tampa General Hospital Spring Hill for 2 years, and Director of Imaging at Mon Health Medical Center in Morgantown, WV, where she worked for 33 years.  Brenda holds a Bachelor’s degree from Fairmont State University and an MBA from Waynesburg University. Brenda has spoken at numerous national and regional conferences, is an AHRA Fellow, a Certified Radiology Administrator, and was the 2022-2023 AHRA President.

Credits

Accredited training programs

ASRT Category A Credit Information

ASRT Category A

This program provides 1.25 hour(s) of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT® and various licensure states. Category A credit is also recognized for CE credit in Canada. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.