Overview
‘The only things that happen naturally in an organisation are confusion, friction and mal-performance. Everything else is the result of leadership.’ Peter Drucker, management consultant.
We’ve probably all worked in teams that have not been highly effective. Some have been lucky enough to work in high performing teams. So what makes the difference? It’s understanding that, as with most things, it takes time, understanding and nurturing to bring a high performing team to fruition.
This interactive short course looks at the elements of team development and your role as leader of the team.
Topics covered
You will gain an overview of how teams develop and your role as leader. You will also be able to apply specific tools to establish a high performing team culture and create more capable managers.
Course agenda focus:
- What makes a high performing team?
- The importance of vision, values and culture
- Is your leadership meeting your team’s needs?
- Thriving through change
- Dealing with the tough stuff
Outcomes
You will
- Establish a team culture and get buy-in
- Lead according to need
- Provide effective feedback
- Provide appropriate motivational opportunities to each team member
- Raise issues
- Manage conflict
Your organisation will:
- Have higher performing teams
- Build a culture of high performance
- Create more capable managers
What participants say
"I enjoyed the journey of self-discovery and how my analytical personality style impacts on my leadership and communication with others. I learned some new skills and strategies for managing challenging behaviours and improving the effectiveness of my team. The concepts were easy to understand, so much so that I have already begun to apply the theory to practice."
Theresa MacKenzie - Charge Nurse Manager -@ Auckland City Hospital
Who should attend
Managers and team leaders who would like to gain a better understanding of what it means to develop a highly effective team.
Your organisation may be eligible to use a Capability Development Voucher through the NZTE Regional Business Partner Network on this course. Follow this link to find out more www.exec.auckland.ac.nz/nzte
This course may qualify as a continuing professional development (CPD) activity. Please check with your professional body.
Register now for this course
If you have any questions about the course, dates or locations please contact us on 0800 800 875.
Are you interested in other dates?
Do you have a team of people with similar development needs? We can run a course specifically for you.