Change Leadership

Objective

In a VUCA world, as we experience it today - volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous - the need for change leadership is pronounced. In this course we will focus on the leadership challenges in a time of exponential change. We aim to assist you in your development as a change leader with the ability to understand the impact of change on the workplace, the need to be innovative and to lead and manage teams for more effectiveness in meeting the goals and objectives of a growing 21st century work organisation.  

This course will equip you to respond effectively to the typical challenges of the new world of work. Most senior-level employees were trained and/or exposed to the thought patterns and behaviours typical of the management paradigm. In other words, they attempt to control and steer matters from the top down and assume superior knowledge and ability in comparison to staff in general. In recent decades it has become clear that the old thinking styles are counter-productive in a VUCA world. VUCA is an acronym for Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous. 

In this course you will learn how to make the necessary changes in terms of your understanding of what needs to be done, your approaches to work, people and opportunities, your behaviours and application of  ability and skills.

Outline

• The learning journey is structured in 8 week-modules
• Learning material is followed by activities for application and assessment
• ILM assignments are integrated in the learning path

Themes

• Views of change
• Contextual thinking
• Global trends
• Paradigm shifts
• External dynamics of change
• Internal dynamics of change
• Change management and beyond
• From change management to change leadership
• The link between organisational culture and change
• The impact of digitalisation and the need for organisational agility
• Stakeholders in change initiatives
• Holistic change approach
• Innovation leadership
• Change management processes
• Conscious leadership
• Change leadership processes
• Vertical development
• Principle-based leadership®
• Organisational goals and objectives
• Team dynamics
• Accountability and performance
• Developing others

_{Your Program Journey}

The programme elements and assignments can be completed as quickly as you like, with the only time limit being that the final assignment has to be submitted to ILM within 36 months of registration.

 Months 1 - 2

45 minute introductory call covering program journey and ILM assignment requirements

Completion of 8 week-modules in self-study mode.

Months 3 - 6

Ongoing work on ILM assignments with ILM tutor support

 Month 6

Program close and review call

Final submission of ILM assignments within 36 months of registration.

Course elements and learning methodology

The course provides for a blended learning methodology. It can be completed as an online self-study process with tutor support for the completion of the ILM assignments. In addition, coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development.

Course elements include the following:

• Videos
• Self-study
• Exercises and case studies
• Self-assessment
• Further readings
• Tools and templates

Target Audience

Executives of Medium to Large organisations; People tasked with change projects; Change agents in general.

Learning format

Online self-study and group interaction (if applicable)

For specified group formations contact the course coach

ILM

ILM Overview of Units – Group 1

Performance Improvement Systems Thinking

Objective

This practical workshop will focus on how to close the gap between strategy and operations using Performance Improvement systems thinking tools and practices. Become a performance expert by identifying needs and analysing barriers preventing performance. Apply tools and methodologies to solve problems for effective and efficient productivity and performance improvement.

Outline of Program

Module 1

• Introduction to performance systems thinking
• Focus on results and outcomes
• Add value
• Work in partnerships
• Adopt a systemic view

Module 2

Introduction to systemic Performance Improvement principles and practices

Module 3

Determine the need, problem or requirement

Module 4

• Data gathering methods and techniques
• Questioning techniques

Module 5

• Determine and analyse causes and barriers
• Enable processes and promote enables

Module 6

Design and develop the appropriate solution intervention(s)

Module 7

Ensure design conformity of solution intervention(s)

Module 8

Implement solution intervention(s)

Module 9

Project management and change management of the consulting process project

Module 10

Measure and evaluate impact and value of solution intervention(s)

Key Benefits and Value 

Participants will be able to apply tools to analyse, change and evaluate individual, team and organisational performance needs at a work (operational/tactical), worker (individuals and teams/technical) and workplace (strategic) levels. 

Target Audience

Performance consultants, talent & HR managers, trainers, lea managers, HR, OD an Performance Consultants, Talent & HR managers, Trainers, Learning & Development Managers, HR, OD and Project Managers, Quality Controllers, Team Leaders and Supervisors.

Duration

•  3 days contact sessions/online over a period of 5 weeks allowing workplace application learning
• Optional coaching sessions available

Elements of Presentation – learning process activities

• Self-assessments
• Self-study
• Articles and websites
• Tools, job aids and worksheets
• Videos
• Facilitation
• Presentation of models and concepts
• Group discussion
• Application exercises and case studies

Number of Delegates

10 - 15

Principle-based Leadership® - Authenticity

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

The conversations we have with ourselves are key to how we function in and engage with the world. If we are not intentional in what and how we think, we can easily drift away from our inner selves and become easily influenced and even manipulated. This course will guide you to appreciate authenticity, make important discoveries about your inner drivers and learn how to be more authentic. We are all blessed with a free will which implies we are all leaders of ourselves. Authenticity is a cornerstone of our ability to lead ourselves, others, and change well.

Outline

• Description of authenticity: What is it and how can it be observed?
• The tension between the ideal me and the real me
• Authenticity and what is healthy
• Authenticity, freedom and ethics
• Authentic leadership influence

Duration

2 weeks online - allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in building his resilience and personal mastery ability -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, it all starts with how well we lead ourselves

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Self-regard

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

 How we regard ourselves, positively or negatively, leads to how we conduct ourselves. Positive self-regard is an element to our resilience as well as the ability to achieve. The course will help you to grow a positive self-regard as it is linked to your passion and character. It relates to a person’s self-talk and the life experiences behind it.

Outline

• Description of self-regard: How can it be observed?
• A stable sense of personal worth and self-respect
• Self-esteem versus egoism and self-centeredness
• Self-regard and self-care
• Leadership and self-regard

Duration

2 weeks online - allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in building his resilience and personal mastery ability -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, it all starts with how well we lead ourselves.  

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Self-confidence

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

Self-confidence can easily be misunderstood. What appears to be self-confident behaviour could be can be an act trying to conceal a lack of confidence. Understood correctly, it goes a long way towards sustainable success. This course will help you to identify areas to grow more confidence. It will give you the tools to work on it and improve your confidence. In doing so you will actively grow your self-mastery ability.

Outline

• Description of self-confidence: What is it and how can it be observed?
• Self-confidence, goalsetting and performance
• Self-confidence and taking risks
• Building self-confidence

Duration

2 weeks online - allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development.

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback question
• Self-assessment

• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in building his resilience and personal mastery ability -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, it all starts with how well we lead ourselves.

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Self-motivation

Objective

Principle-based leadership® is the fundamental approach to this learning journey. It teaches inside-out leadership, starting with self and the beliefs and values that give meaning and answers the why question. Principle-based leadership® entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching. Being principled in life is well explained in this article: Principled Living. And principled thinking well explained by Elon Musk here.

The ability to motivate oneself is crucial for sustained performance. As much as external factors can motivate or de-motivate us, we cannot rely on such motivations or be the victims of such de-motivating factors. Learning how to master your emotions and channel your thoughts towards positive motives is what you can expect from the course.

Outline

• Description of self-motivation: How can it be observed?
  
• Factors in self-motivation
  
• How to stay motivated and reach your goals 
  
• Self motivation and performance
  

Duration

1 week online - allows for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback question
• Self-assessment

• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Self-initiative

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

Self-leadership is demonstrated through self-initiative. Lack of self-initiative leads to a victim mentality and apathy. This course will help you to adopt the mental model for being a change agent. It will help you to make wise choices in taking initiative and grow your leadership and self-efficacy.

Outline

• Description of self-initiative: What is it and how can it be observed
• Self-initiative illustrated
• Self-initiative encouragement
• Taking inititative at work

 Duration

1 week online - allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development
  

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in building his resilience and personal mastery ability -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, it all starts with how well we lead ourselves

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Life-balance

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

Life-balance supports our resilience and vitality, both of which we expect to see in leadership and roles of responsibility in general. Balance renders a calm mind, more energy and perspective. This course offers insight into the value of living a balanced life, tools to assess yourself and helpful tips to become live a balanced life.

Outline

• Description of life-balance: How can it be observed?
• Life-balance illustrated
• Work-life balance - why it is important
• Work-life balance - changes, tips and strategies 

Duration

1 week online - allows for experiential learning and reflection. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions 
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in building his resilience and personal mastery ability -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, it all starts with how well we lead ourselves

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Connecting with people

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

The quality of the connections we make with people is intertwined with our intentions and efforts. The better and more authentic the connection, the more influence and support we have. In this course, you will learn how to become more intentional and skilful in your interactions with others.

Outline

• Description of good people connections: What is it and how can it be observed?
• The art of connecting - interest and care
• Listening for understanding
• Balancing work with personal interactions

Duration

2 week online - allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback question
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his interpersonal effectiveness -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, at some stage we require the support of others and thus the ability to lead others – which we can’t do effectively without interpersonal skills.  

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Being servant

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

Leading by serving sounds paradoxical. However, your leadership can be seen as a service to others. Leaders who have the intent and motive to serve their country, their organisation and their team experience high levels of resonance and support. The course helps you to become an effective servant leader, whether you have an official leadership role or not.  

Outline

• Description of being servant: What is it and how can it be observed?
• To serve, purpose and meaning
• Influence from the inside out
• The servant mindset and hallmarks

Duration

1 week online - allows for experiential learning and reflection. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his interpersonal effectiveness -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, at some stage we require the support of others and thus the ability to lead others – which we can’t do effectively without interpersonal skills.  

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Building team

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

Good teamwork does not happen by accident. Knowing how to build a team for a project or ongoing operational purposes trumps any group of highly competent individuals pulling in different directions or lacking team spirit. The course teaches the skills of building a team, understanding of team dynamics and team synergy.

Outline

• Description of building team: What is it and how can it be observed?
• Building team illustrated
• Teamwork mindset and its value
• Elements of building effective teams

Duration

2 weeks online - allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his interpersonal effectiveness -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, at some stage we require the support of others and thus the ability to lead others – which we can’t do effectively without interpersonal skills.  

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Communication

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

One of the most common reasons for ineffectiveness and inefficiencies is the lack of or inadequate communication. Good communication requires commitment, learned behaviours and skills, and awareness. The course has lessons on communication and the techniques to improve it.   

Outline

• Description of communication: What is it and how can it be observed?
• Barriers and modern-day challenges
• Types of communication and its importance
• Effective communication
• Workplace and digital communication

 Duration

2 weeks online - allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his interpersonal effectiveness -  especially as it applies to a demanding work-role. Whatever our aspirations are, at some stage we require the support of others and thus the ability to lead others – which we can’t do effectively without interpersonal skills.  

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Leadership style

Objective

Principle-based leadership teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

Effective leaders have different approaches and styles for different circumstances and challenges. The ability to adopt an appropriate style is integral to the creation of an environment for growth. The course teaches how and when to use a specific leadership style. Effective 21^st-century leaders are willing to learn more styles for flexibility and effectiveness.

Outline

• Description of leadership styles: What is it and how can it be observed?
• The need for style awareness and flexibility
• Stability in character but openness to different approaches
• Responsive and responsible leadership

Duration

2 weeks online – allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

Learning material (text and video)

Examples/case studies

Relevant resources

Quizzes

Experiential learning tasks

Feedback questions

Self-assessment

Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his ability to empower and develop others -  especially as it applies to the work environment. Whatever our aspirations are, at some stage we require the support of others and thus the ability to lead others – which we can’t do effectively without knowing how and practising the skills to develop and empower others.

Learning format

Principle-based Leadership® - Empower

Objective

Principle-based leadership teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching. 

Empowering leaders achieve more sustainable results. To know when to take the lead and when to allow others to express themselves is a fine balance. 21^st-century leadership requires the insight to know how to effectively empower others and create an empowering work environment. The course will help you to develop such insight and ability.   

Outline

• Description of empowering leadership: What is it and how can it be observed?
• The illusion of control and personal contribution
• Appreciating the value and impact of empowerment
• Encourage, involve, enable

Duration

2 weeks online – allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his ability to empower and develop others -  especially as it applies to the work environment. Whatever our aspirations are, at some stage we require the support of others and thus the ability to lead others – which we can’t do effectively without knowing how and practising the skills to develop and empower others.

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Inspiring hope

Objective

Principle-based leadership teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

 The spotlight falls on the leader and his ability to inspire, especially at times when the mood and morale are low. The course teaches how to be an inspiring leader. Attitudes and actions we can master, once we commit ourselves, will grow the ability and ensuing positive outcomes.

Outline

• Description of inspiring hope: What is it and how can it be observed?
• Inspiring hope illustrated
• The responsibility for hop

Duration

1 week online - allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his ability to empower and develop others -  especially as it applies to the work environment. Whatever our aspirations are, at some stage we require the support of others and thus the ability to lead others – which we can’t do effectively without knowing how and practising the skills to develop and empower others.

Learning format

Principle-based Leadership® - Organisational awareness

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

High levels of awareness of organisational dynamics are needed for leaders and managers to do their work effectively. It includes both the external/visible and internal/invisible dynamics. Leaders and managers need to know what to look for and how to make sense of structures as well as cultural aspects which is what the course teaches.

Outline

• Description of organisational awareness: What is it and how can it be observed?
• Elements of the work organisation
• Politics
• Alignment
• Climate and morale 

Duration

2 weeks online – allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development.

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his ability to lead change. Typically, people in management/leadership roles are expected to implement and manage change initiatives. Whatever our aspirations are, we are challenged to stay relevant in a fast-changing world. 

Learning format

Online self-study only

Principle-based Leadership® - Strategic thinking

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

Strategic thinking has evolved from simple linear thinking processes to complex adaptive and responsive thinking. The course takes you through a journey from the simple logic to the more complex and advanced tools and processes for strategic thinking in the 21^st-century workplace. It will help you to be more astute and relevant as a strategic thinker.

Outline

• Description of strategic thinking - What is it and how can it be observed?
• Strategic thinking illustrated
• Strategic thinking for everyone
• The strategic thinking process
• Strategic thinking skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Strategic thinking frameworks and tools

Duration

2 weeks online – allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development. 

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his ability to lead change. Typically, people in management/leadership roles are expected to implement and manage change initiatives. Whatever our aspirations are, we are challenged to stay relevant in a fast-changing world.

Learning format

Principle-based Leadership® - Technology awareness

Objective

Principle-based leadership® teaches inside-out leadership. It entails personal and leadership development and generally enlightens and empowers people for the workplace. Often much more so than volume-based training curriculums or extensive business school teaching.

With the increasing role technology plays in our world, high levels of awareness of its role, influence and application are expected of *21^st-century  leaders. The course specifically raises such awareness, thereby enabling the learner to discern the benefits as well as potential misuse of technology.

Outline

• Description of technology awareness - What is it and how can it be observed?
• The role of technology in our lives - for better or worse
• Responsible use of technology
• The need for awareness - key trends

Duration

2 weeks online – allowing for experiential learning, reflection and feedback. Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development.

Course elements

• Learning material (text and video)
• Examples/case studies
• Relevant resources
• Quizzes
• Experiential learning tasks
• Feedback questions
• Self-assessment
• Coaching sessions can be added for in-depth personalised development

Target Audience

Any person who needs, or is interested in improving his ability to lead change. Typically, people in management/leadership roles are expected to implement and manage change initiatives. Whatever our aspirations are, we are challenged to stay relevant in a fast-changing world.

Learning format