Duration 2 Days – 14 hrs
Overview
This 2-day training program is designed to empower Division Chiefs with the skills to become effective mentors and leaders within their organizations. The course focuses on mentoring strategies, leadership development, communication skills, and performance coaching to maximize their impact on their teams. Participants will learn how to develop future leaders, foster a culture of growth, and create high-performing teams through structured mentorship and coaching techniques.
Objectives
- Understand the role of mentoring in leadership and its impact on organizational success.
- Develop structured mentoring programs to guide and support team members.
- Use coaching techniques to inspire, motivate, and develop talent.
- Enhance leadership communication skills for effective mentoring.
- Provide constructive feedback and performance coaching to employees.
- Create a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Resolve leadership challenges and foster collaboration through mentoring strategies.
Target Audience
- Division Chiefs responsible for leading teams and guiding employees.
- Senior managers and executives looking to develop leadership mentoring skills.
- Leaders responsible for succession planning and talent development.
- High-level decision-makers who want to enhance organizational leadership effectiveness.
Pre- requisites
- Experience in leading teams and managing employees.
- Willingness to engage in interactive discussions, case studies, and role-playing.
Course Content
Day 1: Foundations of Leadership Mentoring
Session 1: The Role of a Mentor-Leader
- Understanding mentorship vs. management vs. coaching.
- How mentoring enhances organizational growth and leadership development.
- Characteristics of effective mentors and their impact on teams.
Session 2: Leadership Communication for Effective Mentoring
- The power of active listening and empathy in mentorship.
- Developing clear, concise, and motivating leadership messages.
- Non-verbal communication techniques to build trust and rapport.
Session 3: Coaching and Developing Talent
- Identifying high-potential employees and future leaders.
- Understanding different learning and communication styles.
- Creating personalized development plans for mentees.
- Role-playing exercise: One-on-one coaching session simulation.
Session 4: Giving Constructive Feedback and Managing Performance
- Techniques for delivering feedback effectively.
- The SBI (Situation-Behavior-Impact) feedback model.
- Handling resistance, difficult conversations, and employee concerns.
- Practical exercise: Providing constructive feedback in a mentoring session.
Day 2: Advanced Leadership Mentoring and Impactful Strategies
Session 5: Structuring a Mentoring Program for Maximum Impact
- How to establish and sustain a mentoring program in an organization.
- Setting goals, milestones, and expectations in mentoring relationships.
- Overcoming common mentoring challenges and ensuring success.
Session 6: Leading Through Change and Navigating Uncertainty
- How to mentor employees through organizational change and transformation.
- Building resilience and adaptability in teams.
- Strategies for maintaining engagement and morale during transitions.
- Case study discussion: Leading a team through a major organizational shift.
Session 7: Conflict Resolution and Managing Difficult Situations
- Identifying and addressing mentoring conflicts and misunderstandings.
- Using emotional intelligence and negotiation techniques.
- Case studies on real-world leadership mentoring challenges.
Session 8: Final Mentoring Strategy & Action Plan
- Developing a mentoring action plan for long-term impact.
- Peer-to-peer mentoring practice and leadership reflection.
- Final presentations on mentoring strategies and leadership growth plans.
