Introduction
Good leaders have always been expected to be able to solve new problems, capitalize on new opportunities and navigate through the ever-changing landscape of business. Leadership is a complex process by which the leader influences others to perform and achieve. The leadership attributes – belief, values, ethics, character, knowledge, and skills are all traits, which can be learned. This course provides the basis for understanding what leadership is and what leaders do to be successful.
Course Benefits
At the end of this 3-day workshop, the participants will be able to:
v Define what leadership is and how it is applied at all levels of organizational management
v Understand the basics of leadership and motivation
v Determine what is necessary to lead teams and organizations, and how to integrate this with business management
v Develop skills in communicating, influencing and negotiating with peers, subordinates and senior managers
v Become adept at assessing leadership traits and qualities in ourselves and others
v Learn how to develop leadership in ourselves and others
v Appreciate the importance of organization culture and the leader’s role in establishing it
v Understand key success factors (KSFs) for successful rollout of Management of Change in dynamic organizations
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for Team Leaders, Project Managers, Project Staff, Volunteers, Team Members and anyone else who are or will be part of a working team.
Method of Delivery
Participants will work in small groups throughout the course to apply the learning to real issues and leadership & team building challenges. The Power Point Presentation, Practical exercises, case studies, activity games, films and eyes breaks will be used extensively during the course.
No of Participants:
Maximum 25 participants
No of days:
3 days
Language:
Ø English
Ø Tamil
Leadership Skills Development - Course Outline
1. Introduction & Objectives
2. Leadership – Role, Skills and Styles
Ø Definition and the Leadership Grid
Ø Collaborative leadership
Ø Transitional leadership
Ø Visionary leadership
Ø Situational leadership
3. Leadership and Communication
Ø Basics of effective Communication
Ø Barriers to communications
Ø Verbal & non-verbal communication
Ø The art of listening
Ø Conducting effective meetings
4. Leadership and Problem-Solving
Ø Problem solving steps
Ø Identifying the problem
Ø Techniques for developing alternatives
Ø Getting consensus
Ø The leader as a problem solver
5. Leadership and Management
Ø Authority Vs. Responsibility
Ø Delegation and Acceptance
Ø Roles and relationships
Ø The manager as a leader
Ø Being a leader: Bridging the gap
6. Leadership and Coaching
Ø The coaching cycle
Ø Pre-requisites for coaching & mentoring
Ø Coaching for performance
Ø The Leader’s role in coaching
Ø Managing people issues
7. Leadership and Motivation
Ø Principles of motivation
Ø Motivation theories and their application
Ø Motivation through goal setting
Ø Guidelines for setting SMART goals
Ø Self actualization in the team
8. Leadership and Decision-making
Ø Common Pitfalls in Decision-making
Ø Thinking and Decision-making processes
9. Leadership and Ethics
Ø Character and integrity
Ø Ethics and Values
Ø Building excellence
Ø Emotional intelligence
Ø Influencing team/organizational culture
10. Defining Success
Ø What is a team?
Ø Factors for success
11. Types of Teams
Ø The traditional team
Ø Self-Direct teams
Ø E-Teams
References and Guide:
Leadership – Colin Powell
Participatory Leadership – Dale Verstegen
Principles of Unit Leadership – ASME, Gary L. Hickman
