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Leadership and team management - Essentials

Who is this game for : Small business owners, aspiring managers, team leaders, and team managers
Prerequisites: none
Game duration: 12 hours - (Flexible to suit your specific context)
Topics covered: managerial qualities, leadership styles, managing former colleagues, prioritisation, work organisation, and workplace tension management
Additional benefits of the game: builds team spirit and boosts self-confidence

Learning outcomes :

  • Develop your leadership capabilities and adapt your style to suit your team and context.
  • Appreciate the importance of effective management for team success
  • Apply practical tools and methods to lead a team effectively.
  • Manage challenges and tensions within the team constructively.

Course outline:

Introduction: Understanding Leadership and Situational Leadership

  • Explore what leadership means in practice and the key qualities of an effective leader
  • Learn situational leadership: how to adapt your leadership style based on your team’s needs and the context
  • Identify key success factors for leading a team effectively
  • Recognise common leadership mistakes to avoid
1. The Importance of Effective Management for Your Team
  • Demonstrate humility as a leader
  • Define clear team rules and expectations
  • Listen actively to team members
  • Maintain a positive and supportive approach
  • Communicate clearly and effectively
  • Provide guidance and support where needed
2. Managing and Leading Your Team Effectively
  • Understand each team member’s role and responsibilities
  • Analyse individual strengths to optimise team performance
  • Motivate and engage the team to maximise results
  • Direct and organise work through clear objectives
  • Manage priorities effectively and delegate appropriately
  • Foster a safe, positive, and productive workplace environment
3. Managing Difficulties and Team Tensions
  • Monitor team performance and make adjustments using a coaching approach
  • Identify and manage tensions within the team
  • Prevent conflict escalation through proactive strategies
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