Leadership Program

Learn to lead so people want to follow

This leadership program is a combination of

Understanding the concept of leadership, so you can choose the appropriate approach in different contexts: e.g. understanding types of power, stages of autonomy, and hierarchy
Doing the inner work that enables individuals to lead: like vulnerability, emotional intelligence, integration of intellect, emotions & body sensations, and
Learning the practical tools that let you put leadership into practice: e.g. how to do great 1:1s, make decisions in a way that creates commitment, and holding others accountable

Objectives

Support leaders’ personal growth to make their leadership style one that people genuinely admire and respect. Shift from leading through authority to leading through attraction and inspiration. (Help them win.)
Equip leaders with the knowledge and tools necessary to cultivate an intrinsically energizing and motivating culture. (Help everyone else win.)
Help leaders adopt behavior that fosters psychological safety - creating an environment where everyone feels safe to contribute and experiment leading to innovation and adaptability. (Help the company win.)

Fomats

Group sessions to

align on shared mindset and language
act consistently towards the rest of the team
e.g. How do we make decisions? How transparent are we? How do we deal with conflict?
grow together as a leadership team
practice leadership skills with each other (e.g. structured role-play)
share challenges
create commitment for a shared way to lead
onsite and online
onsite for emotion- and relationship-heavy topics
online for skill-heavy topics

Self-study prep-work with curated material to

learn the basics of concepts
e.g. podcasts, videos, or book excerpts

Chat group for

peer support
sharing reflections
celebrate successes
sharing challenges
giving impulses

Feedback survey for people being led to give feedback about the leadership they receive

make the current state of perceived leadership transparent
clarify the objectives of the program and how we identify that it was successful
create commitment among leads
create accountability
involve people being led -> more commitment from the rest of the team
make progress (or the lack of) visible
guide program adjustments

1:1 sessions (optional) to

discuss leadership topics from group sessions in depth
sparring on current leadership challenges
work on individual growth areas
hold participants accountable (partially)

Time investment

quarterly full-day on-site workshops
monthly 2h group sessions in between on-sites
1h reading or listening self-study to prepare for group sessions
1h follow-up actions after group sessions to put the content into practice
optional bi-weekly 50-min 1:1 coaching sessions
15 min per week asynchronous exchange on chat group

Curriculum

1

Module 1 Day 1: Build trust within the leadership team
- Vulnerability
- Leadership Vision
- Appreciation
2

Module 1 Day 2: Motivate without a "carrot"
- Intrinsic Motivation
- Power & Autonomy
- Leadership Areas and Roles
3

Module 2: Know you can grow
- Growth Mindset
- Parts Work
4

Module 3: Do excellent 1:1s
- One-on-ones
5

Module 4: Improve relationships
- Emotions
- Triggers
- Projections
- Drama Triangle
6

Module 5: Communicate effectively
- Radical Candor
- Transactional Analysis
7

Module 6: Embrace conflict
- Conflict Resolution
- Mediation
8

Module 7: Receive and give feedback well
- Triggers (advanced)
- Receiving Feedback
- Giving Feedback
9

Module 8: Make decisions with commitment
- Consent
- Advice process
10

Module 9: Build teams with trust
- 5 Dysfunctions of a Team
11

Module 10: Hold to account without a "stick"
- Boundaries
- Accountability
- Goal Alignment

Schedule

The schedule will look something like this though exact timings are to be discussed to fit your needs.

Zero risk

I understand that it's difficult to make a costly decision (time and money) like this, especially if we haven't worked together before. So, here is my zero risk offer: if you conclude after the first onsite + 2 online sessions that this program isn’t valuable for you and you don’t want to continue, there is no cost.

Yes, that means you could screw me over and get the first onsite and two online sessions for free without ever having had the intention to continue. I am betting on that after the first few sessions continuing the program will be the more attractive and sensible option for you.

What participants say

"profoundly impactful for me and my team"

Manuel's leadership program was profoundly impactful for me and my team. It taught us essential leadership skills rooted in emotional intelligence, which have been incredibly effective in shaping our approach. His workshops are focused and methodical, making the material easy to grasp. Manuel is an empathetic teacher, always willing to review core principles and tailor his guidance to our specific needs. His deep knowledge in leadership skills ensures that he prioritizes what truly matters for our team, creating a customized plan that maximizes our effectiveness.

Manuel goes above and beyond to ensure we feel supported, offering continuous follow-ups between sessions to keep us on track. His ability to identify and address our collective weaknesses has been transformative, allowing our team to actively address them . Overall, it has been an invaluable experience, leaving us eager to implement our learnings and spread them throughout our organization.