Leadership Excellence for Goal Achievement
Overview:
Introduction:
This training program provides a comprehensive overview of effective leadership and management practices, focusing on the key differences and how they impact organizational success. It empowers participants to implement strategic leadership techniques, build high-performing teams, and enhance project management skills.
Program Objectives:
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
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Differentiate between leadership and management, applying leadership theories to strategic goals.
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Develop and communicate a clear leadership vision aligned with organizational goals.
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Improve dialogue and conflict resolution with managers, enhancing communication.
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Build high-performing, collaborative teams, fostering creativity and morale.
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Apply essential project management techniques to ensure successful project completion.
Targeted Audience:
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Strategic Planners.
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Managers and Supervisors.
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Team and Project Leaders.
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Employees in Management or Consulting Roles.
Program Outline:
Unit 1:
Leadership vs. Management:
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Understand major leadership theories.
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Explore leadership, ethics, and organizational links.
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Analyze leadership versus management impacts.
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Adapt theories to different contexts.
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Influence of leadership on strategic goals.
Unit 2:
Defining Leadership Vision and Principles:
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Build a strong leadership foundation.
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Set and measure leadership goals.
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Create and align vision structures.
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Communicate vision effectively.
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Align personal and organizational goals.
Unit 3:
Effective Dialogue with Managers:
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Align actions with vision.
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Increase self-awareness and address blind spots.
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Manage miscommunications and perceptions.
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Implement strategies for effective dialogue.
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Develop conflict resolution and feedback skills.
Unit 4:
Procedures, Priorities, and Balance:
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Clarify priorities and manage time.
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Balance work, career, and personal life.
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Implement procedures for effective work.
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Align daily activities with vision.
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Ensure effective work-life balance.
Unit 5:
Developing Employees:
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Train to enhance employee performance.
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Address why high performers are neglected.
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Support employee career development.
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Use motivational strategies effectively.
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Set clear expectations and provide feedback.
Unit 6:
Team Building:
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Overcome common team challenges.
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Lead meetings to boost participation.
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Develop team creativity and problem-solving.
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Techniques to build high-performance teams.
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Foster team collaboration and morale.
Unit 7:
Building Bridges and Facilitating:
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Importance of building alliances and relationships beyond immediate boundaries.
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Bridge gaps within the organization.
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Connect core groups and constituencies.
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Facilitate collaboration across departments.
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Strengthen internal and external networks.
Unit 8:
Teaching and Learning:
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Foster continuous development and renewal.
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Adjust vision and plan for growth.
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Implement individual and institutional education plans.
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Promote a learning culture within the organization.
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Develop strategies for ongoing professional development.
Unit 9:
Communication and Collaboration:
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Enhance communication skills for team collaboration.
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Develop active listening and clear articulation.
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Foster open communication and feedback.
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Build a culture of constructive criticism.
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Implement strategies for effective teamwork.
Unit 10:
Project Management Fundamentals:
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Learn key project management principles.
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Understand project lifecycle and key processes.
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Apply project management tools and techniques.
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Manage project initiation, planning, execution, and closure.
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Develop skills for successful project completion.