Leading Gen Z: Ignite Leadership® 1 Day Certification Program in Montreal
Discover leadership strategies that motivate Gen Z, strengthen teamwork, and drive lasting organizational success.1 Day
Certificate: Course Completion Certificate
Duration: 1 Day
Course Delivery: In-house/Classroom/ Virtual/Hybrid
Language: English
Credits: 8
Course Overview
Leading Generation Z requires a fresh leadership approach built on trust, purpose, inclusion, coaching, and continuous feedback. As the newest generation entering the workforce, Gen Z employees bring digital fluency, innovation, and high expectations for meaningful work, flexibility, and career development.
This practical one-day workshop equips leaders, managers, supervisors, HR professionals, and team leads with the knowledge and tools to effectively engage, motivate, develop, and retain Gen Z talent. Participants will understand the mindset, values, communication preferences, and workplace expectations of Gen Z while learning leadership techniques that foster high-performing, engaged, and future-ready teams.
What Changes Will You Take Back Home After an 8-Hour Experience?
At the end of this Ignite Leadership: Leading Gen Z® training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the characteristics, values, and workplace expectations of Generation Z.
- Identify leadership styles that effectively engage and inspire Gen Z employees.
- Improve communication using feedback, coaching, and digital collaboration techniques.
- Build trust, psychological safety, and inclusive team cultures.
- Motivate Gen Z through purpose, recognition, autonomy, and meaningful work.
- Manage performance through continuous coaching rather than annual reviews.
- Handle conflict and difficult conversations with empathy and confidence.
- Increase employee engagement, productivity, and retention.
- Adapt leadership approaches for hybrid and remote teams.
- Create practical action plans for leading the next generation of talent.
Training Methodology
This program includes:
- Interactive facilitator-led discussions
- Real-world workplace examples
- Group activities and role-plays
- Scenario-based learning
- Self-assessment exercises
- Practical application techniques
- Reflection and action planning
Prerequisites:
None
Technical Requirements:
For In-house training:
- Projector, Screen or TV
- HDMI cable
- Notebook, Pen
- Internet
- Laptop or tablet
Note: The training schedule includes two 15-minute coffee breaks and one 30-minute lunch break
Good to know
Highlights
- 8 hours
- all ages
- In person
- Paid parking
Refund Policy
Location
Regus
1250 René-Lévesque Blvd W Suite 2200
PH- +1 617 693 4651 Montreal, QC H3B 4W8
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Agenda
1. Welcome, Introductions & Leadership Icebreaker
A highly interactive activity exploring generational differences and leadership expectations. Participants discover: Different leadership expectations across generations Common misconceptions about Gen Z Today's leadership challenges
2. Understanding Generation Z
Exploring who Gen Z is and what shapes their workplace behaviour. Topics include: Characteristics of Gen Z Values and motivations Digital-first mindset Learning preferences Career expectations Work-life integration Diversity and inclusion
3. Leading Gen Z Effectively
Understanding the leadership styles that produce higher engagement. Topics include: Coaching vs commanding Empowerment over control Trust-based leadership Authentic leadership Servant leadership principles Building credibility Interactive exercise included.