From specialist to people manager
How can you successfully make the shift from specialist to people manager? You’re a star specialist in your field, and now you’re transitioning into a people management role as the next step in your career. Whether you’re a programmer, an engineer, an attorney, a techie, a notary or an accountant, this programme builds the skills you need to excel as a people leader that motivates employees and delivers results with your team.
Module 1: Lead yourself & others
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Lead yourself by utilising strengths, establishing habits, and managing your time and energy like a pro
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Find time to lead (of ) by delegating
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Lead situationally – using different leadership styles ranging from directive, mentoring, and coaching to empowering based on the level of experience of your people.
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Define your leadership challenge and get input from peers on how to resolve it.
Module 2: Motivating communication & collaboration
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Discover what motivates people
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Communicate and collaborate effectively with different personalities
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Hold effective conversations using questioning, active listening, and reflective techniques to understand others better and co-develop solutions.
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Apply various conversation formats, for example, to deliver bad news and set expectations.
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Deal with difficult and emotional reactions in conversations
Module 3: Giving feedback & holding performance conversations
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Set expectations and motivating goals
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Give and receive feedback with Radical Candor
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Hold stellar performance conversations
Module 4: Develop your team & manage conflict
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Fast-track your team’s development
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Nurture trust and a safe environment for people to flourish
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Manage conflicts effectively
Interesting for:
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A perfect match for first-time managers who want to lead their team effectively by upping their personal and people management skills.
Details:
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4 modules of 2 days over 3-6 months.
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On location, online or both.
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Small group of 4-12 participants to stimulate interaction and practice methods actively.