LEADING TEAMS & ACHIEVING GOALS

 

LTAG program is designed to make participants learn the art and science of leading a team while handling diverse personalities and priorities Use conflict as a positive and productive force in the workplace and build a collaborative team 

LEARNING OUTCOMES 

• How to lead teams and influence people 

• How leaders shape team decision-making and performance in competitive and time-sensitive situations 

• How opposing interests and asymmetric information affect team dynamics 

• How teams decide and leaders deal with trade-offs between short-term task completion and longer-term task effectiveness 

 

2 Days

Employees with 7-10 years of experience (current managers and employees with managerial potential)  

Simulations, Videos, Case Studies, Classroom Lectures (Online/ Offline)

Module 1: Introduction to Leading Teams and Achieving Goals

1. Understanding the Role of a Team Leader in Achieving Organisational Objectives.
2. Key Principles and Benefits of Effective Team Leadership.

Module 2: Team Dynamics and Building High-Performing Teams

1. Team Formation and Stages of Team Development.
2. Strategies for Building Cohesive and High-Performing Teams.

Module 3: Goal Setting and Alignment

1. Setting SMART Goals for Teams: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound.
2. Aligning Team Goals with Organisational Objectives.

Module 4: Effective Communication in Team Leadership

1. Essential Communication Skills for Team Leaders.
2. Active Listening, Feedback, and Transparent Communication.

Module 5: Delegation and Empowerment

1. Delegating Tasks and Responsibilities to Team Members.
2. Empowering Team Members to Take Ownership and Initiative.

Module 6: Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving

1. Managing Conflict Within Teams: Strategies for Resolution.
2. Problem-Solving Techniques for Team Leaders.

Module 7: Motivation and Employee Engagement

1. Understanding Motivation Factors: Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation.
2. Employee Engagement Strategies for Team Leaders.

Module 8: Performance Management and Feedback

1. Setting Clear Performance Expectations and Providing Constructive Feedback.
2. Conducting Effective Performance Reviews and Development Conversations.

Module 9: Leading Change and Adaptability

1. Leading Teams Through Change Initiatives: Communication and Employee Engagement.
2. Navigating Change and Promoting Adaptability.

Module 10: Decision-Making and Collaboration

1. Effective Decision-Making Processes in Team Contexts.
2. Facilitating Collaboration and Informed Decision-Making.

Module 11: Time Management and Productivity

1. Managing Time and Priorities as a Team Leader.
2. Balancing Tasks, Responsibilities, and Team Needs.

Module 12: Continuous Improvement and Team Development

1. Self-Assessment and Reflection: Identifying Areas for Improvement.
2. Strategies for Continuous Learning, Team Development, and Performance Enhancement.

Activities and Learning Methods:

1. Case studies and real-world examples.
2. Group discussions and peer sharing.
3. Interactive workshops and role-playing exercises.
4. Guest speakers sharing their experiences as effective team leaders.
5. Team-building activities and exercises.
6. Feedback and coaching sessions.
7. Scenario-based simulations for practicing leadership skills.

Action planning and goal setting.

SIMULATION: Antarctica

• Antarctica is an amazing trekking simulation game that dares you to battle the cold, the thin atmosphere, the wind and the snow! 

• A leader and a team venture out with the objective to reach South Pole 

• The simulation makes the participants learn leadership, conflict handling, communication challenges and resource allocation

 

Sreelekha, Ambadi Murugappa:

Very good understanding after responding to this simulation

Abinash Pattanayak, KSOM:

I got to know a lot of things from this simulation like how this is going to be used in the corporate world

Ravish Notaney, HP Enterprise:

Good simulation with timelines so as to test the agility in taking the right decisions Nice session with practical scenarios