Mentoring and Coaching for Project Managers Training Course: Developing leadership skills through guidance and support

Introduction

Elevate your leadership and cultivate a thriving project talent pipeline with our "Mentoring and Coaching for Project Managers" training course. In today's dynamic project environments, effective guidance and support are paramount for developing high-performing teams and fostering future leaders. This intensive 10-day program equips project professionals with the essential theories, practical frameworks, and advanced communication techniques to excel as both mentors and coaches. Learn to unlock potential, empower individuals, facilitate growth, and build a culture of continuous learning within your project teams, driving not just individual success but sustained organizational excellence.

Duration

10 Days

Target Audience

This course is essential for experienced project managers, program managers, PMO leaders, team leads, functional managers, agile coaches, and anyone in a leadership position who is responsible for developing the skills, performance, and careers of other project professionals. It is particularly beneficial for those who:

  • Are looking to transition from individual contributor to a leadership role.
  • Want to improve team performance and individual competency.
  • Aim to cultivate future project leaders within their organization.
  • Seek to enhance their communication, empathy, and feedback delivery skills.
  • Are committed to fostering a supportive and growth-oriented project culture.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the "Mentoring and Coaching for Project Managers" training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental distinctions and synergies between mentoring and coaching in project contexts.
  • Identify the key skills and mindset required for effective mentoring and coaching relationships.
  • Apply established coaching models (e.g., GROW) to guide individuals through problem-solving and goal achievement.
  • Develop strategies for effective feedback delivery, active listening, and powerful questioning.
  • Understand different learning styles and adapt mentoring/coaching approaches accordingly.
  • Establish clear expectations, boundaries, and ethical considerations in mentoring and coaching relationships.
  • Design personalized development plans for mentees and coachees.
  • Foster a supportive and empowering environment that encourages growth and self-reliance.
  • Measure the impact and effectiveness of mentoring and coaching initiatives.
  • Formulate a comprehensive action plan for integrating mentoring and coaching practices into their project leadership role.

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Mentoring and Coaching in Projects

  • Defining Mentoring: Guidance, experience sharing, career development.
  • Defining Coaching: Unlocking potential, self-discovery, performance improvement.
  • Similarities and differences: When to mentor, when to coach, and when to do both.
  • The benefits of a coaching and mentoring culture for individual project managers, teams, and organizations.
  • Ethical considerations and professional boundaries in mentoring/coaching.

Module 2: The Core Skills of a Mentor/Coach

  • Active Listening: Hearing beyond the words, understanding underlying emotions and needs.
  • Powerful Questioning: Open-ended questions that provoke thought and self-discovery.
  • Effective Feedback: Delivering constructive feedback that motivates and guides.
  • Building rapport and trust: Creating a safe and open environment.
  • Empathy and emotional intelligence in guiding others.

Module 3: Mentoring in Practice for Project Managers

  • Establishing a mentoring relationship: Setting expectations and goals.
  • Sharing project experiences, lessons learned, and best practices.
  • Guiding career development: Navigating career paths, skill acquisition, networking.
  • Providing advice and direction based on expertise.
  • The role of a mentor in fostering professional growth and leadership potential.

Module 4: Coaching Models and Frameworks (e.g., GROW)

  • Introduction to the GROW Model: Goal, Reality, Options, Will.
  • Applying GROW to typical project challenges: Scope creep, resource conflicts, communication issues.
  • Other coaching frameworks: CLEAR, ACHIEVE (overview).
  • Structuring coaching conversations for maximum impact.
  • Practice sessions: Coaching a peer through a project scenario.

Module 5: Developing Project Talent Through Coaching

  • Identifying development needs for project team members.
  • Coaching for specific project management competencies (e.g., risk management, stakeholder engagement).
  • Empowering team members to take ownership and solve their own problems.
  • Strategies for improving performance and overcoming performance gaps.
  • Coaching for agility and adaptability in project teams.

Module 6: Managing Challenging Coaching/Mentoring Situations

  • Dealing with resistance or lack of engagement from coachees/mentees.
  • Addressing difficult conversations and sensitive topics.
  • Managing expectations and setting realistic goals.
  • Knowing when to refer a coachee/mentee to other resources (e.g., HR, professional counseling).
  • Maintaining confidentiality and trust in challenging circumstances.

Module 7: Creating Development Plans

  • Collaboratively developing individual development plans (IDPs) with coachees/mentees.
  • Setting measurable objectives for skill development and behavior change.
  • Identifying resources and learning opportunities (e.g., courses, stretch assignments, shadowing).
  • Tracking progress and celebrating milestones.
  • Integrating development plans with project goals and career aspirations.

Module 8: Building a Culture of Learning and Support

  • How project managers can champion a coaching and mentoring culture within their teams and PMO.
  • Encouraging peer coaching and informal mentoring networks.
  • Creating safe spaces for experimentation and learning from mistakes.
  • Recognizing and rewarding growth and development.
  • The link between a strong learning culture and project success.

Module 9: Assessing Impact and Continuous Improvement

  • Measuring the effectiveness of mentoring and coaching efforts.
  • Qualitative feedback from coachees/mentees and their supervisors.
  • Quantitative metrics (e.g., performance improvements, retention rates, project success).
  • Self-reflection for mentors/coaches: What went well, what could be improved?
  • Seeking your own coaching or mentorship to enhance your skills.

Module 10: Personalized Action Plan for Mentoring & Coaching

  • Identifying your first 1-2 mentees/coachees or specific project leadership challenges to address with these skills.
  • Outlining a detailed plan for initiating and managing these relationships.
  • Selecting specific coaching models and communication techniques to apply.
  • Identifying resources and support needed for your mentoring/coaching journey.
  • Personalized action plan: Committing to specific actions to integrate mentoring and coaching into your project management practice.

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

 

Mentoring And Coaching For Project Managers Training Course: developing Leadership Skills Through Guidance And Support
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