Training Course On Leadership for Emerging Women Leaders
INTRODUCTION
As the global business landscape evolves, the need for diverse leadership has become more critical than ever. Women leaders bring unique perspectives, skills, and strengths that are essential to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and achieving success in organizations. However, the journey to leadership for women often comes with challenges that require resilience, confidence, and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics.
The Leadership for Emerging Women Leaders training course is designed to empower aspiring women leaders to develop their leadership potential, enhance their decision-making abilities, and overcome barriers to success. This course provides a supportive environment for participants to build confidence, refine leadership skills, and foster a leadership mindset that prepares them for executive roles.
DURATION
5 Days
TARGET AUDIENCE
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit women who are:
- New to a supervisory or managerial role
- In need of leadership development to be more effective
- Wanting to gain management knowledge to work with or for others
- Project managers, professionals or team leaders wanting to gain business acumen
OBJECTIVES
The key objectives of this course are to enable participants to:
- Develop Leadership Confidence: Build self-awareness and confidence to step into leadership roles, overcome imposter syndrome, and trust in their leadership abilities.
- Enhance Strategic Thinking: Learn to think strategically, make informed decisions, and align personal leadership goals with organizational objectives.
- Overcome Leadership Barriers: Identify and navigate the unique challenges women face in leadership, including bias, organizational politics, and balancing professional and personal responsibilities.
- Strengthen Communication and Influence: Improve communication skills, negotiate with influence, and manage conflict effectively to lead teams and projects successfully.
- Build Leadership Networks: Cultivate strong professional networks and mentorship relationships that support career advancement.
- Promote Inclusive Leadership: Develop inclusive leadership practices to create diverse, equitable, and collaborative teams that drive innovation.
- Lead with Authenticity and Resilience: Embrace authentic leadership styles, practice resilience in the face of challenges, and inspire others by leading with purpose.
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Leadership Foundations for Emerging Women Leaders
- Understanding Leadership Styles
Explore various leadership styles and assess personal leadership tendencies. Participants will identify their strengths and areas for development as they prepare for leadership roles. - The Female Leadership Advantage
Discuss the unique qualities and strengths women bring to leadership, including emotional intelligence, collaboration, and adaptability. - Workshop: Creating a Personal Leadership Profile.
Module 2: Building Leadership Confidence and Overcoming Barriers
- Imposter Syndrome and Self-Advocacy
Overcoming self-doubt and learning to advocate for oneself in professional settings. Strategies to promote self-confidence and navigate personal challenges. - Overcoming Bias and Breaking Barriers
Identifying common barriers that women face in leadership roles and strategies to address unconscious bias and gender-related challenges. - Workshop: Navigating Organizational Politics and Bias.
Module 3: Strategic Leadership and Decision-Making
- Developing Strategic Thinking Skills
Techniques for thinking critically, making strategic decisions, and aligning personal and organizational goals. - Leading Change and Innovation
Understanding how to lead transformation within organizations, promote innovation, and drive continuous improvement. - Workshop: Developing a Strategic Initiative for Organizational Growth.
Module 4: Communication, Influence, and Negotiation Skills
- Effective Communication for Leaders
Mastering communication techniques, including assertive communication, active listening, and tailoring messages to different audiences. - Negotiation and Influencing Skills
Learning to negotiate with confidence, influence stakeholders, and build consensus within teams and organizations. - Workshop: Role-playing High-Stakes Negotiations.
Module 5: Managing Teams and Conflict Resolution
- Building and Leading High-Performing Teams
Best practices for developing, motivating, and leading diverse teams. Participants will explore leadership approaches that foster collaboration and accountability. - Conflict Resolution
Techniques for managing and resolving conflicts within teams, promoting healthy dialogue, and maintaining team cohesion. - Workshop: Conflict Resolution Simulations.
Module 6: Inclusive Leadership and Diversity
- Promoting Inclusive Leadership
Understanding the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in leadership. Learn how to create environments where diverse perspectives thrive. - Building Diverse Teams
Strategies for recruiting, retaining, and developing diverse talent in the organization. - Workshop: Creating an Inclusive Leadership Plan for Your Team.
Module 7: Leading with Authenticity and Resilience
- Embracing Authentic Leadership
Exploring what it means to lead authentically by aligning personal values with leadership practices. Learn to inspire others by leading with integrity and purpose. - Resilience in Leadership
Developing resilience in the face of leadership challenges, setbacks, and pressures. Practical strategies to stay focused and maintain balance in high-stress environments. - Workshop: Building a Resilience Toolkit for Leadership.
Module 8: Networking and Mentorship for Career Growth
- The Power of Networking
Understanding the importance of building and leveraging networks to advance leadership careers. Learn how to expand professional connections and create mentorship opportunities. - Finding and Being a Mentor
Explore the role of mentorship in leadership development and strategies for both finding mentors and becoming a mentor to others. - Workshop: Developing a Networking and Mentorship Plan.
Module 9: Personal Leadership Development Plan
- Creating a Personal Leadership Vision
Participants will reflect on their leadership goals, personal values, and career aspirations to create a vision for their leadership journey. - Leadership Action Planning
Participants will develop actionable leadership plans that outline steps for continued personal and professional growth. - Workshop: Drafting a Personal Leadership Development Plan.
CERTIFICATION
- Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate
TRAINING VENUE
- Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.
AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION
- Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request
TERMS OF PAYMENT
- Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com
