PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Key Components
Assessment
of each individual’s strengths, areas for improvement, and leadership style. This is done through self-assessment tools, feedback from others, and 360-degree assessments.
Training
on key leadership skills, such as communication, decision-making, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence. This training can be delivered through workshops, seminars, online courses, or coaching sessions.
Experience
Individuals should have the chance to gain hands-on experience in leadership roles. This can include job rotations, stretch assignments, or leadership projects.
Coaching
One-on-one coaching to help individuals develop their leadership skills, receive feedback, and set goals.
Mentoring
Opportunities for individuals to connect with experienced leaders who can offer guidance, advice, and support.
Networking
Connection with other aspiring leaders to build relationships, and share best practices.
Evaluation
A system for evaluating the effectiveness of the program, such as collecting feedback from participants, measuring changes in behavior or performance and assessing the return on investment.
A successful Leadership Development Program should be tailored to the needs and goals of each individual, and provide a comprehensive approach to developing the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to lead teams or organizations effectively. By incorporating these components, individuals can develop the leadership skills needed to achieve their full potential and make a positive impact in their roles.
What exactly
is iLEAD Level 1?
(for Junior Managers)
Our successful iLEAD Leadership Development Program is tailored to the needs and goals of each individual, and provides a comprehensive approach to developing the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to lead teams or organizations effectively. By incorporating these components, individuals can develop the leadership skills needed to achieve their full potential and make a positive impact in their roles.
The i-LEAD® Leadership Development Program characteristics:
Focuses on leadership at different levels of your employees’ career development.
Clear Goals and objectives that align with the organization’s mission and vision. The goals should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
Comprehensive Approach to leadership development, including training, coaching, mentoring, and experiential learning opportunities.
Customized To Individual Needs in order to meet the unique needs of each participant, taking into account their current skills, experience, and career goals.
Supportive Learning Environment that encourages participants to take risks, learn from their mistakes, and receive constructive feedback.
Active Participation from participants, including self-reflection, peer learning, and hands-on practice.
Strong Presence by facilitators, coaches and mentors, who are experienced in leadership development and can provide guidance and support.
Ongoing Evaluation of the program to assess its effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Evaluation includes feedback from participants, performance metrics, and return on investment analysis.
Integration With Organizational Strategy and goals (applies for in-company programs), with a focus on developing leaders who can drive organizational success.
iLEAD & Coaching
They are closely related, as coaching is a valuable tool for enhancing the effectiveness of leadership development programs. Coaching helps individuals identify their strengths and areas for improvement, set meaningful goals, and take deliberate action towards achieving those goals.
Coaching also helps individuals develop the mindset and skills needed for effective leadership, such as emotional intelligence, resilience, and communication skills. A coach provides tools and strategies to help individuals manage their own thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and to develop a growth mindset that emphasizes effort, perseverance, and learning from failure.
Coaching is particularly valuable for individuals who are participating in the i-LEAD Leadership Development Program, as it provides them with one-on-one support, guidance, and accountability. A coach helps individuals identify and address any challenges or obstacles that arise during the program, and develop strategies for overcoming them.
Overall, Coaching is a powerful complement to the i-LEAD® Leadership Development Program, as it provides individuals with the personalized support and guidance needed to develop their leadership skills and achieve their full potential. By incorporating coaching into our leadership development program, organizations can build a strong pipeline of leaders who are equipped to drive organizational success and make a positive impact in their role
i-LEAD® & COMPETENCIES
Competencies are a fundamental component of our Leadership Development Programs. Competencies are the specific knowledge, skills, and behaviors that individuals need to perform effectively in a particular role, including leadership roles. In the context of leadership development, competencies are the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that individuals need to lead others and achieve organizational goals.
Our Leadership Development Programs aim to develop the competencies that are essential for effective leadership. The competencies that are targeted in our Leadership Development Program may vary depending on the level of leadership being targeted, the organization’s goals and values, and the specific needs of the participants.
At Level 1 for Junior Managers it focuses on developing competencies such as communication, delegation, coaching, and conflict resolution.
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PROGRAM GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Goals:
- To develop and enhance the leadership skills and competencies of junior managers.
- To improve the decision-making capabilities of junior managers.
- To foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement within the organization.
- To build a cohesive team of junior managers who can work collaboratively to achieve organizational goals.
- To prepare junior managers for future leadership roles within the organization.
Objectives:
- To provide training in leadership skills such as communication, problem-solving, decision-making, delegation, and conflict resolution.
- To enhance the emotional intelligence and self-awareness of junior managers.
- To provide exposure to different leadership styles and approaches.
- To encourage the development of strategic thinking and planning skills.
- To provide opportunities for junior managers to practice leadership skills through projects and simulations.
- To foster a culture of feedback, coaching, and mentoring within the program.
- To provide networking opportunities for junior managers to learn from senior leaders within the organization.
- To measure the effectiveness of the program through regular evaluations and feedback from participants and stakeholders.
THE RIGHT MIX OF LEARNING METHODS
There are many different ways to learn, so we choose a mix of learning methods that will appeal to our participants. Some people learn best by reading, while others prefer to learn by doing.
Our iLEAD® Leadership Development Program offers a variety of learning opportunities, such as self-assessments, goal setting, training, and coaching. This program consists of:
- 16 hours of training
- 6 hours of 1 to 1 coaching
- 360 degrees feedback
OPPORTUNITIES FOR FEEDBACK AND REFLECTION
Learning is not just about acquiring new knowledge; it is also about applying that knowledge and reflecting on how you can improve. Our iLEAD® Leadership Development Program will provide opportunities for participants to get feedback on their performance and to reflect on their learning. This is done through individual coaching, group discussions, assessments and 360-degree feedback.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The i-LEAD® Leadership Development Program Level 1 is designed to help individuals develop the skills and abilities necessary to lead others effectively. It is strengths-based and competency-based. As such, anyone who wants to improve their leadership skills, enhance their ability to manage teams and develop their potential to become effective leaders, can participate in this leadership development program.
The program aims at the following levels in an organization:
- Supervisors
- Heads
- Junior Managers
The program can be beneficial for those in Junior Management positions who want to enhance their leadership skills and take their career to the next level.
In summary anyone leader who is committed to personal and professional growth wants to improve their leadership skills and develop their potential to become more effective can benefit from our i-LEAD® Leadership Development Program Level 1.