Introduction
This The Influential Leader: The Oxford Emerging Leader Development Program training course is designed for professionals who are ready to grow from capable managers into influential, self-aware leaders. Successful leaders understand their own strengths and limitations, communicate with clarity and confidence, and build strong, lasting relationships with colleagues, clients and stakeholders. This training course blends the disciplines of self-understanding, interpersonal influence and organisational leadership with the practical competencies, mindset and decision-making tools that new and emerging leaders need to move confidently into wider leadership roles.
Across five intensive days, participants explore the nine essential competencies of leadership, master techniques for communication, coaching and conflict resolution, and learn how to build trust-based relationships that drive commercial success. The training course also equips delegates with practical tools for problem-solving, decision-making and change leadership, before turning to vision-setting and strategic direction so leaders can guide their organisations toward sustainable growth, leaving with a personal action plan for continued leadership development.
This GLOMACS training course will highlight:
- The Nine Core Competencies of Modern, Influential Leadership
- Techniques to Build Self-Awareness, Confidence and Personal Power
- Communication, Influencing and Relationship-Building Skills
- Problem-Solving, Decision-Making and Change Leadership Tools
- Strategic Vision-Setting to Drive Sustainable Organisational Growth
Objectives
At the end of this training course, you will learn to:
- Differentiate Leadership from Traditional Management Practice
- Develop Self-Awareness and Authentic Leadership Presence
- Apply Communication, Influencing and Relationship-Building Techniques
- Use Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Methods
- Cultivate a Positive, Assertive Leadership Mindset
- Provide Strategic Vision and Direction for Growth
Training Methodology
This training course uses a blend of proven adult-learning techniques, including case studies, self-assessment tools, role-play and in-room and online games and challenges. Structured, facilitated discussions, syndicate work and individual visioning exercises reinforce key concepts, while targeted videos and experiential group activities bring core competencies to life. Participants are encouraged to share their own work and life experience, testing new and sometimes challenging techniques within a safe, creative environment.
Organisational Impact
The Organisation will have the following benefits:
- Self-Aware Leaders with Greater Leadership Potential
- Increased Commercial and Customer-Focused Awareness
- Stronger Internal and External Business Relationships
- Leaders Able to Empower, Delegate and Motivate Teams
- Improved Leadership Communication to Achieve Company Goals
- Sustainable Organisational Growth through Strategic Leadership
Personal Impact
At the end of this training course, the participants will gain the following:
- Greater Self-Awareness of Your Own Leadership Style
- Increased Confidence in Your Leadership Ability
- Stronger Influencing, Negotiation and Networking Skills
- Enhanced Personal Communication and Presentation Skills
- Ability to Motivate Both Yourself and Others
- Insight into Sustainable, Strategic Leadership Growth
Who should Attend?
This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals moving into, or already holding, leadership responsibility. It benefits both those refining established leadership skills and those being prepared for a first leadership role.
This GLOMACS training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Senior Managers and Middle Managers
- Identified Leadership Talent and High-Potential Personnel
- New Personnel Being Groomed for Leadership
- Supervisors and Shift Managers
- Senior Staff Seeking to Sharpen Their Leadership Skills
Leadership Self-Awareness and Core Competencies
- Defining Leadership and How It Differs from Management
- The Nine Essential Leadership Competencies and Qualities
- Leadership Styles, Attributes and VUCA Leadership: The New Normal
- Personal Power, Emotional Intelligence and Self-Understanding
- Self-Assessment: SWOT and Personal Leadership Profile
- Identifying Personal Strengths and Areas for Development
- Leading with Passion, Integrity and Building Trust
- Understanding What Your Organisation Expects from You
Leading through Communication and Influence
- Developing Positive, Inspirational Leadership
- The Psychology of Personal Interaction and Motivation
- Principles of Clear, Concise and Compelling Communication
- Presenting with Confidence and Impact
- Advanced Questioning, Listening and Coaching Skills
- Understanding Conflict and How to Resolve It
- Communicating with Different Personality Styles
- Influencing Skills, Social Networking and the Art of Negotiation
Building Relationships and Leading Teams
- Defining Your Key Clients, Customers and Stakeholders
- Five Key Fundamentals of Lasting Relationship Building
- Networking and Business Influence
- Social Media and Business Communication to Build Relationships
- Developing Long-Term Partnerships through Trust and Integrity
- Team Building through Role Definition and Delegation
- Leading and Managing Change Effectively
- Coaching and Performance Appraisal for Team Success
Strategic Vision, Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
- Creating an Environment for Growth
- Forming Vision, Values and Organisational Direction
- Defining Organisational Aims, Goals and Targets
- Developing and Cascading Clear Business Objectives
- Problem Solving through Creative and Critical Thinking
- Eight Steps for Identifying Problems and Creating Solutions
- Types of Decisions, Decision-Making Models and Making Winning Decisions
- Communicating the Strategic Message as a Leader
Leading Organisational Success and Peak Performance
- Leading through Change and Uncertainty
- Strategic and Future Planning for Sustainable Growth
- Succession Planning for a Sustainable Future
- Motivating People to Achieve Peak Performance
- Developing a Powerful, Positive Leadership Mindset
- Using Influence, Persuasion and Personal Power for Greater Results
- Understanding Positive, Win-Win Assertiveness in Leadership
- Managing Time, Priorities and Pressure; Celebrating Success and Next Steps
- Upon successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
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