
Team Leading
This two-day interactive course is designed to equip new and aspiring team leaders with the core skills and confidence to lead teams effectively. Participants will explore the key responsibilities of a team leader, develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence, and build practical techniques for motivating others, giving feedback, managing performance, and navigating difficult conversations. Through a blend of practical exercises, group discussion, and real-world application, this course builds the mindset and capabilities required to lead with impact and authenticity.
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Overview:
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The Role of a Team Leader
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Responsibilities and expectations
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Transitioning from team member to team leader
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Understanding Leadership
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Leadership vs management
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Leadership styles
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Emotional Intelligence for Leaders
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What is emotional intelligence?
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The 5 elements of EI (Goleman Model)
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EI in team dynamics and conflict resolution
Managing Performance and Setting Expectations
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Goal setting (SMART)
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Monitoring progress and holding people accountable
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Addressing underperformance early
Motivation and Engagement
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Understanding what drives people (Intrinsic vs Extrinsic)
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Applying motivational theories (Maslow)
Giving Feedback with Confidence
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The importance of regular feedback
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Models for feedback delivery (AID)
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Creating a culture of continuous improvement
Handling Challenging Conversations
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Common types of difficult conversations (conflict, performance, behaviour)
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Staying calm and constructive
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Using structured frameworks to prepare
Outcomes
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Understand the role and key responsibilities of an effective and successful team leader
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Apply different leadership styles and use emotional intelligence in everyday management situations
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Set clear goals, manage individual and team performance, and motivate members to achieve results
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Deliver constructive and actionable feedback with confidence and clarity
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Handle challenging conversations with professionalism, empathy, and a focus on positive outcomes
