Advanced Leadership Skills: Authentic Leadership for Real Impact

In today’s complex business environment, authentic leadership isn’t just desirable—it’s essential. Generic approaches to leadership often fall short, while personalized, values-based leadership creates lasting impact and sustainable results. This intensive two-day workshop helps leaders discover and leverage their unique leadership style while developing advanced skills for team dynamics and organizational success.

This focused, practical program combines proven leadership frameworks with personalized coaching to help participants develop their authentic leadership voice and create high-performing teams.

Key Learning Features

• Discover and leverage your natural leadership style

• Master authentic communication techniques

• Develop advanced team dynamics management skills

• Learn ethical influence and persuasion methods

• Build emotional intelligence in leadership contexts

• Create personalized action plans for leadership growth

This course is ideal for:

• New and emerging leaders seeking to develop their authentic style

• Experienced managers looking to enhance their leadership effectiveness

• Department heads responsible for team performance

• Professionals transitioning to leadership roles

• Leaders managing change or organizational transformation

By the end of this course, you’ll:

• Understand your natural leadership style and how to leverage it

• Be able to communicate authentically and influence effectively

• Know how to build and maintain high-performing teams

• Master the art of giving and receiving meaningful feedback

• Develop strategies for managing change and building resilience

• Create a personalized leadership development action plan

Course Content Overview

Day 1 — Defining Your Leadership Style

Module One: What is Your Leadership Style?
• What makes an effective leader?
• Discovering your leadership type
• Aligning leadership style with core values
• Adapting your style for greater effectiveness
• Leading with emotional intelligence
• Personal leadership development journey

Module Two: Influence
• Ethical and effective influence strategies
• Helping others achieve their goals
• The gentle art of persuasion and assertiveness
• Building and leading high-performing teams
• Understanding and avoiding bias

Day 2 — Getting the Most Out of Your Team

Module Three: Improving the Group Dynamic
• Leading by example
• Coaching and mentoring for growth
• Giving and receiving authentic feedback
• Communicating clear roles and expectations
• Building and sustaining successful teams

Module Four: Staying on Track
• Managing change with confidence
• Building personal and team resilience
• Resolving conflict constructively
• Developing a practical leadership action plan

Training Methodology

Our interactive approach combines:

• Practical exercises and role-play

• Case study analysis

• Small group workshops

• Peer learning discussions

• Self-reflection activities

• Action planning sessions

Our Delivery Promise

Small group sizes ensure personalized attention and maximum impact. Every participant receives individual coaching and feedback throughout the program. All examples and exercises are tailored to your industry context and specific leadership challenges.

Course Details

Duration: 2 days face-to-face

Locations: London, Leeds, Edinburgh or on-site

CPD Accreditation

All delegates receive a verified CPD certificate and LinkedIn shareable badge, demonstrating their commitment to professional development and leadership excellence.