Introduction
What do we mean by leadership? Where does influence fit in? What are some of the best practices in leadership over time, and how do they apply to modern business today?
Best practices are the practices chosen by world-class leaders who have used their influence to change their environment—government or business—for the good, or to improve their organization’s success ratio.
Organizational development literature offers many definitions of leadership. Some argue that leadership and management are very different and require different skills, while others see leadership as a facet of management and influence as a facet of leadership.
A leader is someone who sets the direction and influences people to follow in that direction.
This program establishes what industry leaders do to improve their organizations’ position through effective leadership. We will study best practices from leaders whose techniques have proven to work in both local and global markets.
Each practice includes ways for leaders to apply these methods in their own environments. Case studies, videos, hands-on activities, and team discussions provide further insights into applying these practices successfully.
It is recommended that delegates attend the full two-week program to maximize the benefits of becoming a world-class leader. At the conclusion, delegates will be able to understand and apply the skills learned in this seminar.
Objectives
This program is designed to promote effective leadership and influencing skills among management personnel. By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Determine best practices of leaders through history and how to apply them today
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Define what leadership means in their business context
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Assess personal leadership capabilities and identify areas for development
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Determine their role as effective leaders within an organization
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Describe a change management model, including planning, communicating, and implementing change
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Build and rebuild trust in an organization
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Develop strategies for creating a positive work environment that fosters leadership and continuous improvement
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Tap into inner power to gain self-confidence and strength
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Maximize productivity of team members
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Create a culture that earns respect through innovation
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Build a personal plan for future leadership growth
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Lead by example and apply personal growth techniques
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Command respect and build strong followership
Course Process
This program is highly interactive, combining lectures, discussion groups, activities, practice exercises, and video case studies. It leverages modern instructional technologies to help participants apply leadership skills and techniques effectively.
Course Benefits
By attending this program, participants will:
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Gain essential leadership skills and understanding of what it means to lead effectively
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Learn best practices from business and government leaders
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Discover how to apply leadership techniques to build stronger teams and organizations
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Strengthen skills in visioning, inspiring, decision-making, and organizational transformation
Course Results
Delegates will learn how to foster business growth through more productive people and innovative ideas. Case studies and practical exercises help translate leadership techniques into actionable strategies that strengthen organizational performance.
Core Competencies
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Develop essential leadership qualities
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Build leadership balance
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Build trust and strong followership
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Transform people into productive contributors
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Understand personal leadership style
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Become a well-rounded leader in all areas of life
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Build a future leadership plan
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Lead by example
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Apply personal growth techniques
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Command respect and credibility
Training Program Outline
Day 1
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Leadership and Influence: What do they mean?
Day 2
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Course introduction
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Leadership roles
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Self-assessment: leadership behaviors
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Leadership from within
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Paradigms that guide thinking
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Three lenses of leadership
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How a leader leads from within
Day 3
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Ways to increase self-knowledge
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Self-reflection and self-esteem
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Understanding thought patterns
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The character of a leader
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Creating an environment of leadership
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Emotional intelligence in real leaders
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Guide to your inner leader
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Balance in mind, body, and spirit
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The role of a change leader
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Making the change transition
Day 4
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Responses to change
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Resilience during times of change
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Environmental change agents
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Change and leadership paradigms
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Communicating change
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The human side of change
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How a leader builds trust
Day 5
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What is trust?
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Benefits of a high-trust environment
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Trust-reducing behaviors
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Restoring breached trust
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Building capacity for trust
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Personal influence and political savvy
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Negotiating agreement
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Fostering a leadership environment
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Mind and action focus
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The alliance mindset
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Developing win-win solutions
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Tips on improving performance
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Strategies for fostering leadership
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Leadership knowledge check
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Essential leadership qualities
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Success questions
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Action steps to take
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