Course Duration:
Full-day program (or two half-day modules), with options for virtual delivery or leadership retreats
Target Audience:
Mid to senior-level leaders, team managers, project leads, or high-potential employees who are responsible for leading through disruption, complexity, or organisational transformation.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the principles of adaptive leadership and why it's essential in unpredictable environments.
Recognise the difference between technical and adaptive challenges.
Build the mindset and behaviours needed to lead with resilience and flexibility.
Engage and empower teams in the face of uncertainty and resistance.
Apply practical tools to lead through change, conflict, and complexity.
Course Outline
Module 1: Understanding Adaptive Leadership
What is adaptive leadership?
Origins (Harvard Kennedy School, Ronald Heifetz model)
How adaptive leadership differs from traditional leadership
The link between complexity, uncertainty, and the need for adaptability
Module 2: The Nature of Change and Challenge
Technical vs adaptive challenges
Why some problems can’t be solved with expertise alone
Common leadership traps during crisis or disruption
Adaptive work: reframing problems and shifting mindsets
Module 3: The Core Principles of Adaptive Leadership
Get on the balcony – seeing the bigger picture
Regulate distress – maintaining productive tension
Maintain disciplined attention – keeping teams focused
Give the work back – empowering others to lead
Protect voices of leadership from below – enabling diverse input
Module 4: Leading Yourself Through Uncertainty
Developing personal resilience and emotional agility
Navigating ambiguity, setbacks, and pressure
Identifying your leadership default style under stress
Reflection: What kind of leader does your team need now?
Module 5: Engaging Others in Times of Uncertainty
Building trust and psychological safety during turbulence
Managing resistance to change with curiosity and empathy
Tools for courageous conversations and adaptive dialogue
Creating shared purpose and distributed leadership in teams
Module 6: Adaptive Tools and Techniques
Scenario planning and sensemaking
Stakeholder mapping in dynamic environments
Using inquiry over advocacy
Holding space for experimentation and learning
Leading with both confidence and humility
Module 7: Action Planning and Application
Identify one adaptive challenge in your role/team
Map your adaptive leadership response
Peer coaching conversations
Build a 30-day Adaptive Leadership Plan
Delivery Style
Workshop-style, highly interactive
Case studies, breakout discussions, and guided self-reflection
Scenario-based practice and small group exercises
Option to include pre-work, post-session coaching or check-ins
Course Materials Provided
Adaptive Leadership workbook
Reflection tools and leader self-assessment
Conversation guide for adaptive challenges
Change resistance diagnostic
Personal Leadership Development Plan template
Optional Add-ons
Executive coaching package
360 feedback or team diagnostic on adaptive capacity
Integration with change management or innovation programs
Customisation for specific industries (e.g., public sector, healthcare, education, finance)
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineInternationallyorOnlineFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry
Adaptive Leadership in Uncertain Times: Leading with Clarity, Courage and Flexibility
Course Duration:
Full-day program (or two half-day modules), with options for virtual delivery or leadership retreats
Target Audience:
Mid to senior-level leaders, team managers, project leads, or high-potential employees who are responsible for leading through disruption, complexity, or organisational transformation.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the principles of adaptive leadership and why it's essential in unpredictable environments.
Recognise the difference between technical and adaptive challenges.
Build the mindset and behaviours needed to lead with resilience and flexibility.
Engage and empower teams in the face of uncertainty and resistance.
Apply practical tools to lead through change, conflict, and complexity.
Course Outline
Module 1: Understanding Adaptive Leadership
What is adaptive leadership?
Origins (Harvard Kennedy School, Ronald Heifetz model)
How adaptive leadership differs from traditional leadership
The link between complexity, uncertainty, and the need for adaptability
Module 2: The Nature of Change and Challenge
Technical vs adaptive challenges
Why some problems can’t be solved with expertise alone
Common leadership traps during crisis or disruption
Adaptive work: reframing problems and shifting mindsets
Module 3: The Core Principles of Adaptive Leadership
Get on the balcony – seeing the bigger picture
Regulate distress – maintaining productive tension
Maintain disciplined attention – keeping teams focused
Give the work back – empowering others to lead
Protect voices of leadership from below – enabling diverse input
Module 4: Leading Yourself Through Uncertainty
Developing personal resilience and emotional agility
Navigating ambiguity, setbacks, and pressure
Identifying your leadership default style under stress
Reflection: What kind of leader does your team need now?
Module 5: Engaging Others in Times of Uncertainty
Building trust and psychological safety during turbulence
Managing resistance to change with curiosity and empathy
Tools for courageous conversations and adaptive dialogue
Creating shared purpose and distributed leadership in teams
Module 6: Adaptive Tools and Techniques
Scenario planning and sensemaking
Stakeholder mapping in dynamic environments
Using inquiry over advocacy
Holding space for experimentation and learning
Leading with both confidence and humility
Module 7: Action Planning and Application
Identify one adaptive challenge in your role/team
Map your adaptive leadership response
Peer coaching conversations
Build a 30-day Adaptive Leadership Plan
Delivery Style
Workshop-style, highly interactive
Case studies, breakout discussions, and guided self-reflection
Scenario-based practice and small group exercises
Option to include pre-work, post-session coaching or check-ins
Course Materials Provided
Adaptive Leadership workbook
Reflection tools and leader self-assessment
Conversation guide for adaptive challenges
Change resistance diagnostic
Personal Leadership Development Plan template
Optional Add-ons
Executive coaching package
360 feedback or team diagnostic on adaptive capacity
Integration with change management or innovation programs
Customisation for specific industries (e.g., public sector, healthcare, education, finance)
Delivered in person or OnlineIn-personorOnlineFlexible Dates
Course Duration:
Half-day or full-day program (with virtual delivery options)
Target Audience:
Mid-to-senior level leaders, executives, managers, HR professionals, and leadership development coaches looking to enhance their leadership capabilities and create high-performing teams.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the role of coaching in leadership development and high-impact performance.
Learn effective coaching strategies to inspire and elevate team performance.
Develop skills in active listening, providing feedback, and fostering accountability.
Enhance their ability to set clear goals, motivate teams, and create a culture of continuous improvement.
Build an action plan for coaching their teams towards high-impact performance.
Course Outline
Module 1: The Role of Leadership in High-Impact Performance
What defines high-impact leadership and performance?
The difference between managing and coaching: leadership approaches that drive results
The impact of leadership on organisational culture, productivity, and morale
Essential leadership competencies for driving high performance
Module 2: The Coaching Mindset
Understanding the coaching mindset: shifting from directive leadership to empowering leadership
Coaching as a tool for leadership development and team performance
The benefits of a growth mindset in leadership and performance
Key attributes of an effective coach: empathy, active listening, emotional intelligence
Module 3: Key Coaching Skills for Leaders
Active listening: asking the right questions, listening beyond the words
Giving and receiving feedback: providing constructive feedback to motivate and improve performance
Building rapport and trust with team members
Coaching for growth: helping individuals unlock their potential and build confidence
Challenging and supporting: knowing when to push for growth and when to provide support
Module 4: Setting Clear, Achievable Goals
The importance of goal-setting in coaching for high-performance
Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)
Aligning team goals with organisational objectives and strategy
Techniques for holding team members accountable to their goals
Creating a culture of continuous feedback and improvement
Module 5: Motivating and Inspiring Teams
The psychology of motivation: intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation
Leveraging strengths: identifying and utilising team members’ core strengths for high impact
Building team ownership: fostering a sense of responsibility and autonomy
Using recognition and reward systems to motivate performance
Building resilience: coaching through setbacks and challenges
Module 6: Coaching for Performance and Development
Balancing short-term performance goals with long-term development needs
Identifying potential and growth opportunities in your team
Conducting effective one-on-one coaching sessions: structure and frameworks
Using assessments and data to drive coaching decisions (e.g., 360-degree feedback, performance metrics)
Encouraging self-reflection and self-coaching in team members
Module 7: Leading through Change and Uncertainty
Coaching leaders to navigate change: resilience in times of uncertainty
The role of leadership in creating clarity and stability during change
Helping teams embrace change and uncertainty with a growth mindset
Leading with emotional intelligence during periods of transition
Module 8: Action Planning for High-Impact Leadership Coaching
Reflecting on your coaching style and leadership strengths
Developing an action plan for coaching individual team members and leading high-performing teams
Defining key coaching strategies and techniques for ongoing leadership development
Creating a culture of feedback and continuous growth within your team
Setting up regular check-ins and performance reviews to monitor progress
Delivery Style
Highly interactive with coaching demonstrations, role-playing, and peer-to-peer coaching exercises
Real-world case studies and leadership scenarios to apply key concepts
Practical tools, templates, and frameworks for implementing coaching in the workplace
Personal action planning for leadership development and team performance
Group discussions and reflection activities
Course Materials Provided
Leadership Coaching Framework and Templates
SMART Goals Worksheet and Coaching Conversation Guide
Feedback and Accountability Tools
Leadership Development Action Plan
Resource list: Books, podcasts, and articles on leadership coaching
Optional Add-ons
One-on-one leadership coaching sessions for personalised development
Post-course check-ins and follow-up coaching to track progress
Group coaching sessions for team leaders to share best practices and support one another
Tailored modules focused on specific leadership challenges (e.g., change management, team dynamics)
Course Duration:
Half-day or full-day program (with virtual delivery options)
Target Audience:
Mid-to-senior level leaders, executives, managers, HR professionals, and leadership development coaches looking to enhance their leadership capabilities and create high-performing teams.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the role of coaching in leadership development and high-impact performance.
Learn effective coaching strategies to inspire and elevate team performance.
Develop skills in active listening, providing feedback, and fostering accountability.
Enhance their ability to set clear goals, motivate teams, and create a culture of continuous improvement.
Build an action plan for coaching their teams towards high-impact performance.
Course Outline
Module 1: The Role of Leadership in High-Impact Performance
What defines high-impact leadership and performance?
The difference between managing and coaching: leadership approaches that drive results
The impact of leadership on organisational culture, productivity, and morale
Essential leadership competencies for driving high performance
Module 2: The Coaching Mindset
Understanding the coaching mindset: shifting from directive leadership to empowering leadership
Coaching as a tool for leadership development and team performance
The benefits of a growth mindset in leadership and performance
Key attributes of an effective coach: empathy, active listening, emotional intelligence
Module 3: Key Coaching Skills for Leaders
Active listening: asking the right questions, listening beyond the words
Giving and receiving feedback: providing constructive feedback to motivate and improve performance
Building rapport and trust with team members
Coaching for growth: helping individuals unlock their potential and build confidence
Challenging and supporting: knowing when to push for growth and when to provide support
Module 4: Setting Clear, Achievable Goals
The importance of goal-setting in coaching for high-performance
Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)
Aligning team goals with organisational objectives and strategy
Techniques for holding team members accountable to their goals
Creating a culture of continuous feedback and improvement
Module 5: Motivating and Inspiring Teams
The psychology of motivation: intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation
Leveraging strengths: identifying and utilising team members’ core strengths for high impact
Building team ownership: fostering a sense of responsibility and autonomy
Using recognition and reward systems to motivate performance
Building resilience: coaching through setbacks and challenges
Module 6: Coaching for Performance and Development
Balancing short-term performance goals with long-term development needs
Identifying potential and growth opportunities in your team
Conducting effective one-on-one coaching sessions: structure and frameworks
Using assessments and data to drive coaching decisions (e.g., 360-degree feedback, performance metrics)
Encouraging self-reflection and self-coaching in team members
Module 7: Leading through Change and Uncertainty
Coaching leaders to navigate change: resilience in times of uncertainty
The role of leadership in creating clarity and stability during change
Helping teams embrace change and uncertainty with a growth mindset
Leading with emotional intelligence during periods of transition
Module 8: Action Planning for High-Impact Leadership Coaching
Reflecting on your coaching style and leadership strengths
Developing an action plan for coaching individual team members and leading high-performing teams
Defining key coaching strategies and techniques for ongoing leadership development
Creating a culture of feedback and continuous growth within your team
Setting up regular check-ins and performance reviews to monitor progress
Delivery Style
Highly interactive with coaching demonstrations, role-playing, and peer-to-peer coaching exercises
Real-world case studies and leadership scenarios to apply key concepts
Practical tools, templates, and frameworks for implementing coaching in the workplace
Personal action planning for leadership development and team performance
Group discussions and reflection activities
Course Materials Provided
Leadership Coaching Framework and Templates
SMART Goals Worksheet and Coaching Conversation Guide
Feedback and Accountability Tools
Leadership Development Action Plan
Resource list: Books, podcasts, and articles on leadership coaching
Optional Add-ons
One-on-one leadership coaching sessions for personalised development
Post-course check-ins and follow-up coaching to track progress
Group coaching sessions for team leaders to share best practices and support one another
Tailored modules focused on specific leadership challenges (e.g., change management, team dynamics)
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineInternationallyorOnlineFlexible Dates
Course Duration:
Half-day or full-day program (with virtual delivery options)
Target Audience:
Mid-to-senior level leaders, executives, managers, HR professionals, and leadership development coaches looking to enhance their leadership capabilities and create high-performing teams.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the role of coaching in leadership development and high-impact performance.
Learn effective coaching strategies to inspire and elevate team performance.
Develop skills in active listening, providing feedback, and fostering accountability.
Enhance their ability to set clear goals, motivate teams, and create a culture of continuous improvement.
Build an action plan for coaching their teams towards high-impact performance.
Course Outline
Module 1: The Role of Leadership in High-Impact Performance
What defines high-impact leadership and performance?
The difference between managing and coaching: leadership approaches that drive results
The impact of leadership on organisational culture, productivity, and morale
Essential leadership competencies for driving high performance
Module 2: The Coaching Mindset
Understanding the coaching mindset: shifting from directive leadership to empowering leadership
Coaching as a tool for leadership development and team performance
The benefits of a growth mindset in leadership and performance
Key attributes of an effective coach: empathy, active listening, emotional intelligence
Module 3: Key Coaching Skills for Leaders
Active listening: asking the right questions, listening beyond the words
Giving and receiving feedback: providing constructive feedback to motivate and improve performance
Building rapport and trust with team members
Coaching for growth: helping individuals unlock their potential and build confidence
Challenging and supporting: knowing when to push for growth and when to provide support
Module 4: Setting Clear, Achievable Goals
The importance of goal-setting in coaching for high-performance
Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)
Aligning team goals with organisational objectives and strategy
Techniques for holding team members accountable to their goals
Creating a culture of continuous feedback and improvement
Module 5: Motivating and Inspiring Teams
The psychology of motivation: intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation
Leveraging strengths: identifying and utilising team members’ core strengths for high impact
Building team ownership: fostering a sense of responsibility and autonomy
Using recognition and reward systems to motivate performance
Building resilience: coaching through setbacks and challenges
Module 6: Coaching for Performance and Development
Balancing short-term performance goals with long-term development needs
Identifying potential and growth opportunities in your team
Conducting effective one-on-one coaching sessions: structure and frameworks
Using assessments and data to drive coaching decisions (e.g., 360-degree feedback, performance metrics)
Encouraging self-reflection and self-coaching in team members
Module 7: Leading through Change and Uncertainty
Coaching leaders to navigate change: resilience in times of uncertainty
The role of leadership in creating clarity and stability during change
Helping teams embrace change and uncertainty with a growth mindset
Leading with emotional intelligence during periods of transition
Module 8: Action Planning for High-Impact Leadership Coaching
Reflecting on your coaching style and leadership strengths
Developing an action plan for coaching individual team members and leading high-performing teams
Defining key coaching strategies and techniques for ongoing leadership development
Creating a culture of feedback and continuous growth within your team
Setting up regular check-ins and performance reviews to monitor progress
Delivery Style
Highly interactive with coaching demonstrations, role-playing, and peer-to-peer coaching exercises
Real-world case studies and leadership scenarios to apply key concepts
Practical tools, templates, and frameworks for implementing coaching in the workplace
Personal action planning for leadership development and team performance
Group discussions and reflection activities
Course Materials Provided
Leadership Coaching Framework and Templates
SMART Goals Worksheet and Coaching Conversation Guide
Feedback and Accountability Tools
Leadership Development Action Plan
Resource list: Books, podcasts, and articles on leadership coaching
Optional Add-ons
One-on-one leadership coaching sessions for personalised development
Post-course check-ins and follow-up coaching to track progress
Group coaching sessions for team leaders to share best practices and support one another
Tailored modules focused on specific leadership challenges (e.g., change management, team dynamics)
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineInternationallyorOnlineFlexible Dates
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