Future-Ready Leadership: Leading Gen Z® Certification Workshop in Sydney
1-Day program to build future-ready leadership skills for leading and inspiring Gen Z at work.
Certificate: Course Completion Certificate
Duration: 1 Day (8 Hours)
Delivery Mode: In-house | Classroom | Virtual | Hybrid
Language: English
Credits: 8
Course Overview
Today's leaders must adapt to the expectations of Generation Z—the newest and fastest-growing segment of the workforce. Digital-first, purpose-driven, and highly collaborative, Gen Z employees seek meaningful work, continuous learning, flexibility, and authentic leadership.
Future-Ready Leadership: Leading Gen Z® is a practical, interactive one-day workshop designed to help leaders build the skills needed to effectively engage, motivate, develop, and retain Gen Z talent. Participants will gain insights into Gen Z's values, communication styles, workplace expectations, and career aspirations while learning modern leadership approaches that foster trust, inclusion, innovation, and high performance.
Through practical exercises, real-world scenarios, and collaborative discussions, participants will leave with actionable strategies to create future-ready teams capable of thriving in today's dynamic workplace.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the characteristics, values, motivations, and workplace expectations of Generation Z.
- Apply leadership approaches that inspire engagement, accountability, and performance.
- Communicate effectively using coaching, continuous feedback, and digital collaboration practices.
- Build trust, psychological safety, and inclusive team environments.
- Motivate Gen Z employees through purpose, recognition, autonomy, and meaningful work.
- Shift from traditional performance management to continuous coaching and development.
- Manage conflict and challenging conversations with confidence, empathy, and professionalism.
- Improve employee engagement, productivity, and retention.
- Adapt leadership practices for hybrid, remote, and flexible work environments.
- Develop a practical action plan to lead and support the next generation of talent.
Training Methodology
This highly interactive workshop combines proven adult learning techniques with practical workplace application, including:
- Facilitator-led interactive discussions
- Real-world case studies and workplace examples
- Individual and group activities
- Role plays and scenario-based learning
- Self-assessment exercises
- Coaching and reflection activities
- Practical action planning
Target Audience
This course is designed for:
- Leaders
- Managers
- Supervisors
- Team Leaders
- HR Professionals
- Project Managers
- Anyone responsible for leading or managing Gen Z employees
Prerequisites
No prior experience or prerequisites are required.
Technical Requirements
For In-house/Classroom Delivery
- Projector, TV, or presentation screen
- HDMI connection
- Reliable internet access
- Laptop or tablet
- Notebook and pen for participants
Training Schedule: The one-day program includes two 15-minute refreshment breaks and one 30-minute lunch break.
Good to know
Highlights
- 8 hours
- all ages
- In-person
- Paid parking
Refund Policy
Location
Regus 680 George Street
Level 45/680 George St, Haymarket
Sydney, SA 2000
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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.