Inspiring Great Leaders
This program offers practical strategies, techniques and tools designed to inspire current and potential leaders to take their leadership skills to the next level. This interactive program is designed for all levels of leaders who want to develop critical leadership skills and move from leader to strategic leader.
Workshop Outcomes
Participants will explore the foundations of good leadership, gain insight into communication styles and engaging with staff and peers, and provide practical solutions to problems commonly faced by leaders. Participants will build the leadership skills necessary to enhance their leadership performance and the performance of their team members.
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Participants explore the following points:
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Leadership self-awareness to improve your personal leadership capabilities
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How to aim high as a leader
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Leadership approach and taking responsibility
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Communicating complex information to external and internal stakeholders and teams
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Supporting your team and driving performance
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Handling challenging conversations with staff
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How to engage with and empower your staff
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Leading change within your organisation and keeping relevant parties informed and engaged
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Identifying effective problem solving techniques to manage business issues
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Being an authentic leader
Workshop Content
Day 1
Leading with Emotional Intelligence
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The leadership challenge and leadership beliefs
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Cause vs Effect – taking responsibility
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The emotionally intelligent leader
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Managing your leadership state
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Managing professional and personal set-backs effectively
Engaging and Influencing Team Members, Peers & Stakeholders
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Analysing how stakeholders think and communicate
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Importance of rapport and working collaboratively to manage change
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Creating a common ground for dialogue to facilitate inclusive communication
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Effective communication and issues management – from global to specific
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Aligning values to improve team performance
Encouraging Support & Buy-in from Senior Management
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Collaborating with external groups for effective partnerships
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Managing difficult conversations and resolving conflict
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Building your circle of influence – networks and leadership
How Leadership Styles Impact Success
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Conduct leadership assessments to identify areas for growth.
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Implement leadership development programs to enhance managerial and executive capabilities.
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Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and adaptability among the leadership team.
Day 2
Effective Problem Solving for Increased Performance
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Taking a proactive problem solving approach
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Understanding the root cause
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Breaking down the barriers to critical thinking
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Negotiation and reframing for effective solutions
Managing Your Team & the Efficiency of Delegation
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Setting up for effective delegation – understanding expectations
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Barriers to effective delegation and the micro manager
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Team Leadership versus Team Management
Driving Effectiveness Through Mentoring & Coaching
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The role of the leader in improving staff experience
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Coaching staff for increased performance
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Leading by example: Setting positive behaviours
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Meta Programs - to take your leadership to the next level and learn how to hire the right staff
Building Personal Leadership Traits
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Understanding your value as a leader and how to increase that unique value
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Cultivating a high-performance mindset – become the leader you want to be
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Setting your leadership blueprint - leading with perspective and purpose