Tuesday

3:20 pm - 4:15 PM

Winchester

The 6 Critical Practices for Leading a Team

Strong facilities leadership isn’t just about getting work done—it’s about building a team that performs under pressure, communicates clearly, and delivers consistent results. In this energizing introduction to FranklinCovey’s full-day experience, you’ll get a practical preview of six proven leadership practices that help supervisors and managers strengthen trust, improve execution, and elevate team accountability—without burning themselves out.

You’ll walk away with clear, usable tools you can apply immediately with your crew, your leads, and your cross-functional partners—whether you manage frontline staff, vendors, or a multi-site operation.

What you’ll get from attending

A high-level view of the six practices that create engaged, accountable, high-performing teams
Practical ideas you can use this week to improve communication, expectations, and follow-through A quick self-assessment to identify which practice will move the needle most for your team right now
A repeatable framework for leading
Topics we’ll preview (3–5 key takeaways)
Build Trust Fast: behaviors that strengthen credibility and reduce friction across the team
Create Clarity + Alignment: setting expectations that prevent rework, confusion, and missed handoffs
Drive Execution: simple rhythms that improve follow-through, accountability, and results
Coach for Growth: how to develop people without micromanaging—and handle performance gaps
Lead Through Change: keeping morale steady and standards high during staffing, schedule, or operational shifts

Thomas Jones

Director

Clemson

Thomas Jones serves as Facilities Director at Clemson University, where he helps lead the teams and systems that keep campus operations running safely, efficiently, and responsively. With a career rooted in facilities management and team development, Thomas is recognized for translating leadership principles into practical daily habits that improve performance, strengthen trust, and elevate service delivery.

Thomas has also contributed to the profession through his service on the board of SRAPPA, supporting leadership development and peer learning across the region. Trained in FranklinCovey frameworks, he brings a forward-thinking, people-first approach that helps leaders create clarity, build accountability, and coach teams through constant change. His sessions are engaging, grounded, and focused on tools attendees can apply immediately.

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Myrtle Beach, SC | March 8-11, 2026

This conference equips you with the latest knowledge and best practices, ensuring your institution remains at the forefront of innovation and compliance.