Embracing Emotional Intelligence
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6 hoursCourse Level
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Audience
Team members and individual contributors
New and experienced managers
Leaders and team leads
HR and L&D professionals
What is Emotional Intelligence?
Perceive, understand and manage emotions in self and others.
Core Components of EI
Self-Awareness, Self-Control, Self-Motivation, Empathy, Social Skills.
Building Self-Awareness
Reflect on emotions, triggers and behavioural patterns.
Emotions and Values Driving Behaviour
Align behaviour with values for authenticity.
Emotional Hijacking and Triggers
Pause and respond thoughtfully rather than reacting.
Emotionally Intelligent Leadership
Empathy, adaptability, influence and conflict resolution.
Course Outline
Learning Outcomes
- Define Emotional Intelligence (EI) and its impact on personal performance and organisational success
- Identify the core components of EI
- Recognise how emotions and values drive behaviour
- Understand ‘Emotional Hijacking’ and recognise emotional triggers in ourselves and others
- Understand the key competencies in leadership which make up EI behaviour
- Build a personal action plan to develop EI in the workplace
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Creative Problem Solving
Master a structured six-step approach to creative problem solving and decision making, giving you the tools and confidence to crack problems quickly and choose the best solution.
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Delegation Techniques
Gain the confidence and practical tools to delegate effectively, freeing your time, developing your people and driving stronger team performance and organisational growth.
Stakeholder Management: Influence, Engagement and Control
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Stakeholder Management Essentials
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