Why Choose this Training Course?Leaders determine strategies and strategy is developed and agreed by leaders. However, as no one can accurately forecast the future, leaders must also manage risks – gauging the probability and impact of different actions. Leaders alone are unable to enact strategies: they must inform and influence employees to carry out their part and deliver desired outcomes. Management, leadership and strategy are all inter-related, requiring ‘hard’ skills of financial forecasting together with ‘soft’ skills of persuasion and negotiation.This York Britishtraining course addresses all aspects and is therefore relevant for senior managers and middle managers, all of whom need the support and enthusiasm of colleagues to achieve great results.This York Britishtraining course will feature:Strategy development and planningIdentification and management of RisksPractical Win-Win Negotiating StrategiesLeadership styles for effective strategy implementationManagement of change, persuasion and negotiationWhat are the Goals?By the end of this York Britishtraining course, participants will be able to:Learn tools and techniques for developing strategiesUnderstand how to identify and mitigate systemic and operational risksDevelop strategies and skills for win-win negotiationsBecome proficient in key leadership skills: delegation and motivationGain confidence in the management of changeWho is this Training Course for?This York Britishtraining course will benefit professionals who desire to learn practical high-level leadership and management techniques to maximize their effectiveness and contribution at work. The course will give them the understanding and skills to approach strategic and everyday challenges and problems with the awareness, confidence and self-assurance needed to take action and achieve positive results.This York Britishtraining course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:Current and potential strategic leaders at all levelsThose responsible for developing and leading strategyDirectors, business unit managers and/or managers of all levelsFunctional team leaders in the public or private sectorSupervisors/Line managersHow will this Training Course be Presented?This York Britishtraining course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes mixture of speaker input, facilitated discussion, syndicate work and practical exercises, with an emphasis on delegate involvement at all times. The learning tools include video case studies, team problem solving and analysis tools to uncover core strengths and develop new ideas.
Day One: StrategyIntroduction to strategy - background, historical developments, major theoriesStrategic Management – a practical approach for every leaderA consistent methodology for strategy developmentThe relationships between vision, mission and strategyThe steps involved in developing a strategyStrategy levels in organisationsDay Two: RisksThe meaning and nature of riskIdentifying the risks in a given strategyPrioritizing risksContingency planningRisk mitigation strategiesHuman factors in management of risksDay Three: NegotiationHow culture impacts decision-makingThe everyday role and attitude of ‘Win-Win’ negotiatingPower - gaining a superior positionStrategy and tactics in negotiatingUnderstanding negotiating style and tactics of your negotiating partnerNegotiating countermeasuresDay Four: LeadershipThe strategic role and nature of effective leadershipCharisma and how to earn it and use it effectivelyThe role of the modern leader and how leadership has changedInnovative leadership skillsMaximizing the performance of each team memberMotivating the 'average' employeeDay Five: Strategic Leadership WorkshopThe Inner Voice & High Performing LeadersIntrapersonal style and skillsInterpersonal and leadership communication skillsLeadership and The Challenge of ChangeStrategic leadership for team developmentDeveloping a personal action plan for further self-development