Course Description
This intensive 5-day program equips leaders with the skills to influence and lead effectively in all directions - up to superiors, across to peers, and down to direct reports. Participants will learn practical strategies to navigate organizational complexities, build strong relationships, and drive results regardless of their position in the hierarchy.
Learning Objectives
- Develop a 360-degree leadership mindset to maximize influence
- Master techniques for leading up, across, and down effectively
- Enhance communication and relationship-building skills across all levels
- Learn to navigate organizational politics and overcome leadership challenges
- Create strategies for driving change and achieving results from any position
Course Modules
Day 1: Foundations of 360-Degree Leadership
- Understanding the 360-degree leadership model
- Assessing your current sphere of influence
- Developing a personal leadership brand
- Overcoming myths about organizational leadership
Day 2: Leading Up
- Strategies for influencing and adding value to leaders above you
- Communicating effectively with upper management
- Earning trust and credibility with superiors
- Presenting ideas and driving change upwards
Day 3: Leading Across
- Building collaborative peer relationships
- Navigating office politics and resolving conflicts
- Influencing without authority
- Creating win-win solutions with colleagues
Day 4: Leading Down
- Motivating and empowering direct reports
- Delegating effectively and developing talent
- Providing constructive feedback and coaching
- Creating a high-performance team culture
Day 5: Integrating 360-Degree Leadership
- Balancing competing demands from all directions
- Developing an integrated influence strategy
- Leading organizational change initiatives
- Creating a personal 360-degree leadership action plan
Practical Wins for Participants
- Increased influence and effectiveness across all organizational levels
- Enhanced ability to drive change and achieve results from any position
- Improved relationships and collaboration with superiors, peers, and subordinates
- Personalized strategies to overcome specific leadership challenges in their role
Credits: 5 credit per day
Course Mode: full-time
Provider: Blackbird Training Centre
