Communicating and Influencing - For Managers and Team Leaders Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or onsite) is designed for entry-level professionals or aspiring leaders who wish to grasp the core concepts and practices of effective leadership.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand what leadership is and how it differs from management.
• Identify and develop key leadership competencies and styles.
• Set meaningful goals and communicate them effectively.
• Build trust and influence others through clear and impactful communication.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for beginner-level, intermediate-level, and advanced-level professionals seeking to find, attract, and engage international candidates.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand Cultural Differences
• Understand Legal & Regulatory Aspects
• Apply Global Employer Branding
• Access Global Talent & Recruitment Channels

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for beginner-level, intermediate-level, and advanced-level professionals who wish to identify, attract, and engage top international talent.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Perform Proactive Sourcing vs Reactive Recruitment
• Use LinkedIn Standard vs LinkedIn Recruiter
• Master Boolean Search Techniques
• Sell the Opportunity to Candidates & Partner with Hiring Managers

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is aimed at beginner-level, intermediate-level, and advanced-level professionals who wish to discover, learn, and transform into today's top leaders; as well as organisations seeking to train their managers to become today's top leaders.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Evaluate their Leadership Style
• Explore the Modern Leadership Prototype
• Examine the Responsibilities of a Leader
• Enhance their Leadership Skills
• Serve as a Role Model

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for beginner-level, intermediate-level, and advanced-level professionals who wish to attract top international candidates with minimal effort.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Progress from a Briefing Call to a Strategy Alignment Meeting (SAM)
• Design modern and engaging job descriptions
• Apply Employer Branding and EVP strategies
• Post single or multiple job advertisements
• Receive a tailored long-list of candidates

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (delivered online or on-site) is aimed at executive-level and senior professionals who wish to gain deeper insights into their leadership styles, leverage Korn Ferry Leadership Assessments, and develop actionable strategies for leadership adaptability and team performance.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Analyse their organisational context and its influence on leadership effectiveness.
• Assess the range of leadership styles being used and their impact.
• Evaluate how leadership approaches affect team engagement, dynamics, and performance.
• Apply feedback from leadership assessments to identify strengths and areas for growth.
• Use a causal model to explore leadership behaviours and their direct impact on workplace climate.
• Develop actionable strategies to enhance leadership adaptability and team performance.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) forms part of the Data Scientist skill set (Domain: Advisory & Leadership) and is tailored for professionals aiming to develop compelling communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills to excel in data science or analytics teams.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply structured problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques.
• Communicate insights effectively through compelling storytelling and visualisation.
• Lead change initiatives and influence stakeholders with confidence.
• Manage data-related projects using a clear and practical framework.

Audience

Staff who need to be fully prepared to deliver high-quality coaching sessions

• To individual members of their own team
• To their teams
• To individuals who are not directly connected to their own teams but who would value their independent – and non-judgemental – input

Course Format

A combination of:

• Facilitated discussions
• Delegate coaching sessions – with comprehensive feedback

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Define “coaching” and explain in detail how it is used to improve individual and team performance – particularly in relation to understanding the underlying causes of under-performance and addressing them
• Deliver meaningful coaching sessions

This instructor-led, live training is based in Ottawa but can also be delivered elsewhere. It is aimed at managers and leaders who wish to strengthen their ability to lead difficult conversations with clarity, confidence, and accountability.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Structure high-impact conversations
• Address tension and misalignment constructively
• Improve team trust and accountability
• Lead with clarity under pressure

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for emerging leaders and HR professionals who wish to learn and apply Design Thinking methodologies to foster innovation, enhance problem-solving capabilities, and engage teams effectively.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Gain access to tools and methodologies that foster innovation and team engagement.
• Develop skills in empathy mapping, ideation, and prototyping to tackle complex challenges.
• Apply Design Thinking principles to leadership and HR scenarios.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation within technology teams.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Develop a deeper understanding of diverse approaches to contemporary learning delivery.
• Connect current delivery methods with innovative and fresh approaches to learning.
• Design an adaptive and proactive curriculum that maximises digitisation and its associated benefits.
• Lead the organisation in applying digital transformation to learning initiatives.

Course Format

• Instructor-led training delivered online
• Interactive planning sessions with tangible outputs
• Digital icebreaker activities
• Practical coursework

Delegating tasks and motivating employees are key skills for effective team management. This involves understanding employee competencies, clearly setting expectations while fostering trust and delegating responsibility. Regularly monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to motivate staff:
Recognise achievements: Acknowledging employee successes, both publicly and privately, strengthens their motivation to continue performing well.
Involving employees in decision-making processes gives them a sense of being valued within the organisation. An organisational culture that promotes respect, support, and work-life balance motivates employees to achieve higher performance levels.
Lead by example, aligning your actions with the values and expectations you set for your team to inspire them to take action.
Effective delegation and employee motivation require flexibility, empathy, and a continuous willingness to adapt to the team's needs. Supporting employees, understanding their motivations, and developing their skills are crucial elements for success in this area.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level managers seeking to apply Enneagram insights to strengthen their leadership capabilities, enhance team dynamics, and drive organisational success.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Establish a solid foundation in the Enneagram system, including the nine personality types, wings, levels of development, and centres of intelligence.
• Utilise the Enneagram to explore and identify personality types, recognising individual strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for growth.
• Gain a deeper understanding of team members, improve communication, resolve conflicts, and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Align team and organisational goals, manage change effectively, and cultivate an innovative and adaptive organisational culture.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for managers and executives who wish to implement the right tools, skills, and methodologies to manage remote teams.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Explore remote leadership, structures, and components to successfully adapt to a remote work setup.
• Develop trust, goals, culture, and teamwork to create an effective and productive remote team.
• Use existing tools and technologies to improve virtual communication and collaboration.
• Implement goal-setting and project management methods to measure the performance of a remote team.

Audience

Managers, team leaders, and staff members who feel that:

• They are attending too many meetings
• Their time is being “stolen” by others
• They cannot complete their daily work due to a lack of planning, foresight, or prioritisation

Course Format

This course offers a highly interactive blend of:

• Facilitated discussions
• Slide presentations
• Practical exercises and case studies

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Recognise the importance of managing meetings effectively, respecting the time constraints of those they invite
• Follow standard processes for convening, managing, and documenting meeting outcomes
• Gain a broader understanding of strategies to manage themselves and their time more efficiently, working smarter rather than harder