COURSE OVERVIEW
While it’s commonly believed that leaders are born, not made, the truth is that some leaders emerge from difficult circumstances. Everyday people, who have never held a leadership role, can step up and take charge when the situation demands it. A common example of this is parenting, where individuals discover their leadership abilities as they guide and protect their children.
By learning the techniques of true leadership and influence, you can develop the confidence necessary to lead effectively. As you gain experience as a leader, it becomes easier to take charge, make decisions, and navigate challenges. Though leading is never easy, it can become natural and rewarding with practice.
COURSE OUTLINE
Module One: Getting Started
- Icebreaker
- Housekeeping Items
- The Parking Lot
- Workshop Objectives
Module Two: The Evolution of Leadership
- Defining Leadership
- Characteristics of a Leader
- Leadership Principles
- A Brief History of Leadership
- Historical Leaders
- Modern Leaders
- The Great Man Theory
- The Trait Theory
- Transformational Leadership
- Summary
Module Three: Situational Leadership
- Situational Leadership: Telling
- Situational Leadership: Selling
- Situational Leadership: Participating
- Situational Leadership: Delegating
Module Four: A Personal Inventory
- An Introduction to Kouzes and Posner
- Model the Way
- Inspire a Shared Vision
- Challenge the Process
- Enable Others to Act
- Encourage the Heart
- A Personal Inventory
- Creating an Action Plan
- Set Leadership Goals
- Address the Goals
- Seek Inspiration
- Choose a Role Model
- Seek Experience
- Create a Personal Mission Statement
Module Five: Modeling the Way
- Determining Your Way
- Being an Inspirational Role Model
- Influencing Others’ Perspectives
Module Six: Inspiring a Shared Vision
- Choosing Your Vision
- Communicating Your Vision
- Identifying the Benefit for Others
Module Seven: Challenging the Process
- Developing Your Inner Innovator
- Seeing Room for Improvement
- Lobbying for Change
Module Eight: Enabling Others to Act
- Encouraging Growth in Others
- Creating Mutual Respect
- The Importance of Trust
Module Nine: Encouraging the Heart
- Sharing Rewards
- Celebrating Accomplishments
- Making Celebration Part of Your Culture
Module Ten: Basic Influencing Skills
- The Art of Persuasion
- The Principles of Influence
- Creating an Impact
Module Eleven: Setting Goals
- Setting SMART Goals
- Creating a Long-Term Plan
- Creating a Support System
Module Twelve: Wrapping Up
- Words from the Wise
- Review of Parking Lot
- Lessons Learned
- Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations
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