Leadership skills: How to be an effective and authentic leader

Learn techniques and ideas to become a more inspiring leader at this unique workshop with Samantha Clarke.

Leaders who know themselves well and consistently hone their leadership skills are more effective and memorable. Have you taken the time to identify how you’re perceived? What are your values, motivations and boundaries as a leader? Are they obvious to others?

This interactive workshop with lecturer and changemaker Samantha Clarke will help you to develop your self-awareness, presence and effectiveness as a leader. Over the course of the day, you’ll explore different leadership styles, and get involved in practical activities to define your own personal leadership plan. With plenty of time for questions and self-reflection, this unique class is ideal for anyone keen to become a more effective and authentic leader, whether you’re a manager, entrepreneur, freelancer or business professional.

Content

• Defining the purpose, motivation and values behind your leadership

• Different leadership styles and boundaries

• Developing emotional intelligence and self-awareness in your life and work

• Building the right support teams and resources to enhance your leadership

• Framing your life experiences and values within your leadership story

• Why some leaders lose their way under pressure – and common pitfalls to avoid

• Practical activities involving case studies, self-reflection and the chance to create your own personal leadership plan

• Q&A and group discussion

More about your teacher…

Samantha Clarke is a lecturer, changemaker and happiness consultant. She specialises in inspiring individuals to realise their potential, and helping companies develop innovative ways to shape culture, relationships and work processes. She tweets @samanthaand_.

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