30 Courses in Sheffield

This is suitable for anyone managing teams or looking to manage teams in the future. Using the participants own experiences we will look at what drives team effectiveness and the traits of High Performing Teams.

Mediation for Managers Training

Project Management Fundamentals: In-House Training Many projects are performed by highly competent and effective people who have little or no project management training. They perform projects like process improvement, marketing campaign development, new product development, event planning and production, and other 'tasks' which are projects. Project Management Fundamentals (PMF) is designed to support those people who need a solid foundation in project management, without being unnecessarily burdened to learn it while on the job. The course offers practical skills, concepts, and principles that can be taken back to the workplace, along with insights needed to adapt them to specific project environments. In today's environment, that means possibly adapting to Agile / Iterative methods. So, we have recently added key Agile concepts to provide a basic understanding of shifting towards agility. Since PMF's course goal is to achieve quality performance by learning effective planning and control, the focus is on a process orientation and an analytical, systems-oriented approach. Together, these frameworks promote project-related problem solving and decision-making skills necessary for real world projects. They honor project needs for collaboration, clear communications among people, and interpersonal and relationship skills. Recognition of these needs are woven throughout PMF, but are highlighted in two specific areas: Module 2 - People and Projects Module 8 - Executing, Communicating, and Developing the Team What You Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Describe the value of strong project management Identify characteristics of a successful project and project manager Recognize how current agile / adaptive practices fit within project management Explore project management processes, including Initiating, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closing Utilize project management processes and tools, based on case studies and real-world situations Create an initial project plan Use standard project management terminology Foundation Concepts Project management and definitions Value and focus of PM Competing constraints and project success Project life cycles People and Projects People and projects overview The project manager The project team People and projects in organizations Initiating and Defining Requirements Initiating the project Developing the project charter Conducting stakeholder assessments Defining requirements Using the Work Breakdown Structure Defining the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Developing a usable WBS Using the WBS Managing Project Risk Making the case for risk management Overview to planning for risk Identifying risks Analyzing risks Planning responses to risks Implementing response and monitoring risks Considerations for adaptive environments Estimating Defining an estimate Estimating approaches Estimating practices Estimating cost Validating an estimate Scheduling Defining the scheduling process and related terminology Sequencing and defining dependencies Determining the critical path Considering schedule risks and optimizing the schedule Executing, Communicating, and Developing the Team From baseline to execution Project communications and stakeholder relationships High-performing teams Monitoring and Controlling Defining monitoring and controlling Viewing control through the competing demands lens Variance Analysis and corrective action (Earned Value) Considerations in adaptive environments Closing the Project Closing projects Focusing on project transition Focusing on post-project evaluations

Developing the high performing team takes time and effort. But above all, it requires an understanding of the dynamics of high performing teams. This programme helps managers and leaders understand what high performing teams do and how they do it. It focuses on enabling managers to see their teams from different perspectives, allowing them to adapt their styles to maximise team outputs. A core theme is the need for managers of teams to 'hold up the mirror' to themselves and to see themselves as a leader of people, to reflect on how others see them and to modify their style accordingly. This programme will help managers / team leaders: Analyse the constituents of a 'high performing' team Apply essential influencing techniques Use a range of communication techniques to support effective teamwork Create and articulate team vision Generate common values Assess team effectiveness and take/recommend the appropriate actions Make more efficient use of team time Understand and agree on techniques to manage conflict Define and implement team meeting protocols that will facilitate team effectiveness Use the Prime Focus model to create the environment and framework for a high performing team Draft your team strategy to take them to the next level Day 1 1 Welcome and introduction Participants are welcomed to the programme and invited to share their personal objectives and people challenges Participants are given an action plan template to complete throughout the workshop 2 Your team The concept of 'positive intention' The difference between a team and a high performing team Assess your team effectiveness What is your 'interference'? 3 The team environment Setting the scene Building rapport Active listening Team goals and role profiling 4 Your style Tuckman model of team stages - how do you manage each stage? Team standards and goals Your team vision 5 Effective team meetings Influencing in team meetings How to make them interesting and relevant The pure role of the chair Day 2 1 Effective communication techniques Giving and receiving feedback Your communication style How to adapt, pace and lead to build rapport The Mehrabian theory of communication 2 How to manage conflict What is conflict? What is your default conflict approach? Tools and tips for managing conflict Practice sessions 3 Team skills Undertake a team skills analysis Types of team member Motivating team members Reframing situations 4 Setting your strategy Seeing the bigger picture The Prime Focus Model Your strategy for success Articulating your strategy Action plans revisited

Emotional Intelligence, EQ, EI, Moccasin Approach, Moccasin Manager,

A question of trust. Leadership implies followership. And that means trust. Because who's going to follow a leader they don't trust? This programme takes a values-driven approach to leadership. It gets current and aspiring leaders to hold up the mirror to themselves and to see their reflections as leaders of people. It asks them whether what they see justifies their view of themselves as leaders. It helps them understand just what it takes to be an effective leader. And it does so in a highly practical, constructive manner. It helps the course participants to truly understand the core skills of effective leadership. It focuses on the difference between leadership and management, defining what high performing teams do and how they do it. It helps people to see their teams from different perspectives, allowing them to adapt their styles to maximise team outputs. And it explores concepts such as emotional intelligence, authentic leadership and the RAIV approach (relationships-achievement-independence-vocation) to help explore underlying values and use them to drive effective leadership. Because what worth do our values have unless we put them into practice? The course will help you:• Appreciate the key skills a leader needs to be effective• Understand what the organisation expects of you as a leader• Recognise your leadership style and the impact it has on others• Consider your role models - who inspires you?• See leadership from the 'followers' perspective - how do you like to be led?• Discover what holds you back - limiting beliefs• Examine your core values -do they support your ambition?• Explore the concept of Emotional Intelligence - how do we manage ourselves?• Discover how to lead through change• Explore the concept of 'Authentic Leadership' - consider how it can work for you• Practice some of the skills essential to motivating and influencing for success• Use the RAIV approach to generating enthusiasm and commitment• Plan how best to 'walk the leadership talk' - in your role, in your organisation Above all, this course will help you put theory into practice, values into actions, in a mature, considered, effective way. Day 1 1 Welcome and introduction Participants are welcomed to the programme and invited to share their personal objectives and people challenges Participants given an action plan template to complete throughout the workshop Participants required to bring an inspirational quote to share with the group 2 What is leadership? The concept of 'leadership' The role of a leader Skills assessment for all participants# Leadership v Management Assess your team effectiveness 3 Your leadership style Leadership questionnaire You and your role models Push v Pull styles of leadership Empowerment v Control Team goals and role profiling Day 2 1 You, the leader Your core values Your communication style Situational leadership The Emotional Bank Account Buy Me Today 2 Are you Emotionally Intelligent? (EI) What is emotional intelligence? Self-assessment exercise Manage your emotions Nine strategies for promoting EI 3 Leading through change Identify the major changes affecting you / your team Types of change The roles of resistance How safe are you to talk to? Forcefield Analysis Day 3 1 Authentic Leadership (AL) What is AL? Managing perceptions is managing their truth A leadership challenge 2 Motivating and influencing for success What motivates you? Motivational theory Leading by example Influencing skills required Influencing styles The influence challenge! 3 Creating enthusiasm and commitment The RAIV approach (relationships-achievement-independence-vocation) Building self-worth What drives your team? Your leadership legacy Your commitment to leadership

Managing Performance 1 Day Workshop in Sheffield

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)

Course Duration: 1–2 days (or modular format across 3–4 sessions) Target Audience: Professionals at all levels seeking to improve workplace communication, strengthen relationships, and increase collaboration and influence. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Communicate clearly and confidently in a range of professional situations. Adapt communication styles to suit different audiences and contexts. Build strong interpersonal relationships using emotional intelligence. Navigate difficult conversations and resolve conflict effectively. Enhance active listening, feedback, and assertiveness skills. Course Outline Module 1: Foundations of Communication The communication process: sender, receiver, and barriers Verbal, non-verbal, and written communication The impact of tone, body language, and intent Common communication pitfalls in the workplace Module 2: Developing Interpersonal Awareness Self-awareness and emotional intelligence (EQ) Understanding personal communication styles (DISC, MBTI or similar tools) Building rapport and trust The importance of empathy in professional relationships Module 3: Active Listening and Feedback Skills Listening to understand vs listening to respond Techniques for active listening Giving feedback constructively Receiving and acting on feedback Module 4: Assertive Communication Passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive vs assertive styles Setting boundaries and expressing needs clearly Using “I” statements and confident body language Role-playing assertiveness scenarios Module 5: Adapting Communication to Context Communicating with different personality types Navigating workplace hierarchy and power dynamics Cultural sensitivity and inclusive language Tailoring communication for emails, meetings, and presentations Module 6: Managing Difficult Conversations and Conflict Identifying sources of conflict Conflict resolution strategies (e.g. Interest-Based Relational Approach) Staying calm under pressure Structuring difficult conversations using frameworks (e.g. SBI – Situation, Behaviour, Impact) Module 7: Collaborative Communication in Teams The role of communication in high-performing teams Group dynamics and psychological safety Facilitating discussions and encouraging contribution Virtual communication best practices Delivery Style Engaging facilitation with practical exercises Role-plays, group discussions, and real-life scenarios Self-reflection activities and personal action planning Assessment and Outcomes Participation in interactive activities Completion of a communication skills self-assessment Development of a personalised communication improvement plan Course Materials Provided Participant workbook and slides Communication style diagnostic tool (optional) Templates for feedback and conversation planning Follow-up resources and reading list