Mastering People Management & Team Leadership

3 Day Training

Dates: 25 – 27 November 2024
Locations: Grayston Ridge Office Park, Sandton
Platform: Available In-Class / Online

Price: Available on request

Course Introduction

This intensive Mastering People Management & Team Leadership training program is designed to equip aspiring and existing managers and leaders with the essential skills and knowledge needed to manage people effectively and lead high-performing teams. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge, practical exercises, and case studies, participants will gain insights into the key aspects of people management and team leadership.

Course Objectives

At the end of this Mastering People Management & Team Leadership training seminar, you will learn to:

A comprehensive understanding of people management and team leadership concepts and theories.
Practical skills in communication, conflict resolution, and performance management.
Insights into effective team leadership and the ability to motivate and engage team members.
Strategies for strategic leadership and change management.
The ability to create actionable plans and implement management and leadership strategies effectively.

Who should attend?

Existing Managers and Team Leaders
Aspiring Managers and Supervisors
HR Professionals
Project Managers
Anyone interested in developing people management and leadership skills

Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Module1: Foundational Concepts

Introduction to People Management and Team Leadership

Defining Management and Leadership
Differences and Similarities between Management and Leadership

Management Styles

Overview of Different Management Styles
Identifying Your Management Style

Leadership Theories

Exploration of Leadership Theories
Applications in the Workplace

Module 2: Effective People Management

Communication Skills

Verbal and Non-verbal Communication
Active Listening and Feedback

Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving

Identifying and Managing Conflict
Problem Solving Techniques

Performance Management

Setting and Monitoring Objectives
Conducting Performance Appraisals

Day 3: Team Leadership & Development

Team Dynamics and Development

Stages of Team Development
Team Building Exercises

Motivation and Engagement

Theories of Motivation
Strategies to Enhance Motivation and Engagement

Delegation and Empowerment

Principles of Effective Delegation
Empowering Team Members

Strategic Leadership & Implementation

Strategic Leadership

Visionary Leadership
Developing and Implementing Strategy

Change Management

Leading Change Initiatives
Overcoming Resistance to Change

Action Planning & Implementation

Creating an Actionable Plan
Monitoring and Adjusting Strategies

Case Studies:

Transformational Leadership: A detailed analysis of how transformational leadership can create a positive organizational culture and enhance performance, with real-world examples.
Strategic Change Management: Examination of successful and unsuccessful strategic change initiatives, focusing on the role of leadership in managing change.
High-Performance Teams: Exploration of the characteristics of high-performing teams and the leadership styles that best support them, illustrated with examples from various industries.
Conflict Resolution: Review of scenarios depicting workplace conflicts and practical strategies for resolution, emphasizing the role of management in maintaining a harmonious workplace environment.