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Lead with Courage: Build Trust, Foster Connection.
Course Duration
2 Days 16 Hours
Course Fee
$788

Course Description

This transformative Leadership course delves into the essential components of effective leadership, focusing on trust, connection, vulnerability, and courageous leadership, inspired by Dr. Brené Brown’s groundbreaking work. Participants will explore the dynamics of high-performing teams and the significance of authentic connections and psychological safety in fostering innovation and collaboration.

Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, participants will cultivate a leadership style that promotes trust, empathy, and resilience within their teams. Engaging discussions, reflective exercises, and real-world case studies will empower participants to grow not only as leaders but also as compassionate influencers in their organizations and communities.

Target Audience

  • Emerging Leaders and Managers
  • Team Leaders and Supervisors
  • Human Resource Professionals
  • Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
  • Professionals seeking personal development in leadership skills

Course Highlights

  • Brené Brown’s Framework: Incorporate her research on vulnerability, trust, and courage into leadership practices.
  • High-Performing Team Dynamics: Learn how to build and sustain effective teams through trust and connection.
  • Practical Activities: Engage in hands-on exercises that facilitate deeper connections and enhance team rapport.
  • Personal Reflection: Opportunities for self-assessment and growth to develop a more authentic leadership style.
  • Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with like-minded professionals to build a supportive community of leaders.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Evaluate the key drivers of team effectiveness and their impact on organizational goals.
  • Implement strategies to foster diversity and cooperation within high-performing teams.
  • Assess how different types of connections influence team rapport and well-being.
  • Organize activities that promote trust and innovation through storytelling and open communication.
  • Apply effective feedback techniques to encourage positive outcomes and enhance team performance.

Course Outline

  • Understanding Team Dynamics: Classic definitions and types of teams
  • Evaluating Team Effectiveness: Seven drivers of team effectiveness
  • Attributes of High-Performing Teams: Characteristics and cultural alignment
  • Diversity’s Role in Performance: Benefits of diverse teams
  • The Importance of Connections: Impact on well-being and performance
  • Homophily and Common Understanding: Building rapport through similarity
  • Open Communication and Empathy: The role of vulnerability in leadership
  • Storytelling for Connection: Sharing personal narratives to deepen team bonds
  • Embracing Vulnerability: How vulnerability enhances leadership effectiveness
  • Creating Psychological Safety: Strategies for fostering an open environment
  • Trust-Building Practices: Activities designed to enhance team trust
  • Courageous Leadership: Leading authentically and with integrity
  • Communication Techniques: Effective channels for disseminating information
  • Setting Expectations: Ensuring clarity of roles and purpose
  • Feedback Models: Practicing GROW and COIN models for constructive feedback
  • Reflective Practices: Techniques for receiving and giving feedback
  • Creating a Culture of Trust: Strategies for long-term team resilience
  • Innovative Leadership Practices: Encouraging creativity through supportive environments
  • Personal Leadership Development: Reflecting on personal values and growth
  • Action Planning: Developing a personalized leadership growth plan

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Leadership Development, acknowledging their proficiency in building trust, fostering connection, and leading with courage. This certification serves as a valuable credential for those seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities in various professional contexts.

Why Learn at Versatile?

Whether you’re a professional seeking career advancement, an individual aiming for self-improvement, or someone looking to enhance specific skills, our courses provide practical, real-world applications to help you succeed.

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Complimentary Refresher Course

Resit any courses within 3 years after completion

Course Fees

$788 $388