Target Audience

Directors, Business Leaders, HR Directors, Managers and Entrepreneurs.
Programme Standards

- Maximum 6 attendees
- 30 days of one to one support
- Handouts
- Programme director/s with at least a Masters Degree in the subject
- Convenient morning timings or in-house at any time for a minimum of two bookings
- Can be configured to address a number of professions and industry sectors

Price

EUR248 ex VAT per participant.
Authentic Leadership Workshop
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This is a dynamic and engaging programme designed specifically for managers in SMEs to develop a genuine, values-driven leadership style. Authentic leaders inspire trust, foster loyalty, and enhance employee performance by leading with integrity and staying true to their core beliefs. In SMEs, authentic leaders face unique challenges such as balancing personal values with business demands, managing resistance to change, addressing team conflicts, navigating limited resources, and building a sustainable company culture. This workshop equips leaders with the tools to tackle these challenges while cultivating trust, enhancing employee engagement, and driving organisational success. Through five targeted modules, participants will gain insights into self-awareness, ethical decision-making, transparent communication, resilience, and empowering teams—all essential components of authentic leadership.
Topics Covered
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Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence
This module focuses on helping leaders explore their core values, strengths, and areas for growth. Participants will learn techniques to cultivate self-awareness and emotional intelligence, key traits for authentic leadership. By understanding their emotions and how they influence decision-making and relationships, managers will be better equipped to lead with empathy and authenticity. 

Values-Based Decision-Making
Authentic leaders make decisions rooted in their values while considering the needs of their teams and organisations. This module teaches frameworks for ethical decision-making and aligning business practices with personal and organisational values. Participants will be helped to navigate complex decisions with integrity, ensuring their actions consistently reflect their principles.

Transparent and Inspiring Communication
Effective communication is a cornerstone of authentic leadership. This module equips managers with tools to communicate transparently, build trust, and inspire their teams. Participants will practice active listening, crafting compelling messages, and providing constructive feedback. Techniques to handle difficult conversations with honesty and respect are also covered to ensure clear and authentic dialogue.

Building Resilience in Leadership
Resilience enables leaders to navigate the challenges of managing SMEs with grace and perseverance. In this module, participants will explore strategies to remain steadfast during adversity, foster adaptability, and maintain focus on long-term goals. Tools like stress management techniques, mindfulness, and resource prioritisation are introduced to help leaders maintain their authenticity under pressure.

Empowering and Engaging Teams
Authentic leaders empower their teams by fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. This module focuses on strategies to delegate effectively, develop team autonomy, and build employee confidence. Participants will learn how to motivate employees by recognising individual contributions, aligning team goals with organisational vision, and promoting shared accountability for success.