Training Leadership under Pressure - English

Content of the Leadership training 

Learning in practice: Self-reflection and regulation for Production Leaders

Leading in a production environment is a highly pressuring task: unforeseen problems, high workloads, conflicting priorities, dealing with difficult people, difficult conversations and continuous demands from above and below.

A team member makes the same mistake for the third time? Your team is not even close to reaching production targets and everyone is looking at you? Short on staff, yet expected to deliver? Management increases the target again? Facing consistent changes due to AI?

During those times, your reaction can make or break your leadership effectiveness.

• What happens inside you?
• How do you normally respond?
• What effect does your reaction have on others?
• Do you think that’s the best you can do?

You learn the answer to such questions through the following;

Leadership Training Program

Part 1: Developing self-reflection

1. Learning through observation, critical and analytical thinking
2. Understanding biases in yourself and colleagues
3. Asking the right questions for your specific objectives
4. Conclusion: Workshops in leadership and self-reflection

In this part you learn to look at difficult situations as your growth opportunities. You pause, look and analyze your behavior as well as others’. Reflection becomes your tool for understanding decisions, actions and performances. You’re provided with practical tools that guide your reflection to achieve maximum learning from each experience.

Part 2: Developing self-control

1. Understanding one’s behavior and how to change it
2. How to respond under high pressure instead of reacting
3. Learn to control attention and improve decision making
4. Integrating new perspectives and formulating action plans
5. Conclusion: Workshops in leadership and self-regulation

In this part you learn to recognize and understand your triggers. You learn to improve the patterns that don’t serve your goals or your team’s. Regulation becomes your tool for changing decisions, actions and performances. You are provided with practical tools to regulate your emotions, then you are able to respond with clarity and intent when the pressure is high instead of reacting out of routine.

Part 3: To which destination do you lead?

1. A vision that unites your team towards the same direction
2. The value behind each step
3. Translating the business case’s vision and mission into actions
4. Conclusion: Workshops in leadership and self-reflection

In this part, you learn how to develop a vision for your team. And the actions that this vision translates into for each member. You develop visionary team members whom understand the value of each assignment they carry for the organization and for the customer.

Part 4: Lead with influence not power: develop trust and ownership within your team

1. Establishing trust and responsibility in your team
2. Clear role responsibilities and expectations
3. Setting frameworks for your team; psychological safety, drive out fear, constructive disagreements and increasing commitment
4. Conclusion: Workshops in leadership and reflection

In this part, you learn how to create an efficient team based on the objectives of the business case. How to enable them to see your vision and know their role in achieving that vision. You learn frameworks to enable your team to take responsibility and feel safe to express their opinions and own their mistakes. 

Part 5: Lead your team towards growth and high performance

1. Setting frameworks, defining goals and working with KPIs
2. Delegate with trust that's met with responsibility
3. How to work together as one team not in isolation
4. Conclusion: Workshops in leadership and working together

In this part you learn how to establish a growth mindset in your team. You enable them to think in terms of results and actions. Delegation is a leadership requirement; you learn how to trust that your team will take responsibility for the delegated assignments. You create a dynamic of working together as one system instead of in isolation.

Leadership and Self-Reflection as a duo

As a leader, you do what you do. You think you’re doing it right. Maybe you are, maybe you aren’t. That’s where self-reflection comes in. Self-reflection is viewing your own performance through an outside perspective. You step outside of yourself, and observe what you’re doing and the effects of your actions. You learn from this, so that when the same situation arises later, you can choose to act differently. After all, that same situation will certainly arise again if you act the same way. It is therefore wise not to repeat the same reaction, because then you and your team won’t make any progress. That’s stagnation. With this Leadership and Self-Reflection program, you can at least be sure that you’ll find the path to growth and that you can continue to follow that path for the rest of your career as a manager and as a person.

Foto (links): Prof. Dr. Bill Bellows, student van Dr. Deming en docent in de verandering van denkprocessen. Rechts: Jeroen Verberk, trainer leiderschap en organisatietransformaties.

Who is this trainig for?

This Leadership and Self-Reflection training course is designed for, among others, production leaders, department heads, and managers in departments such as production, logistics, planning, or engineering. Through this Leadership and Self-Reflection training course, you will shape your leadership style so that you can become a more effective leader.

Is experience or prior training required for this Leadership Training?

No prior experience or education is required for this Leadership Training. These days, young people are quickly moving into leadership roles, while at the same time, older employees are also advancing to management positions. It’s therefore important to complete leadership training right away so you can hit the ground running with confidence. As a leader, you only get one chance.

Become the leader you always wanted to be

An interesting phenomenon is that everyone has an opinion about leaders. Also, everyone has probably had a manager at some point whom, in their opinion wasn't doing a good job. We’ve noticed that people who step into leadership roles often make a range of common mistakes at first, despite their own experiences with leaders. This is also evident from the leadership research we conducted among managers. It’s not the case that just because you’ve had a bad experience, you’ll automatically do better yourself. With this Leadership and Self-Reflection Training, you can prevent yourself from taking the wrong turns and developing incorrect habits. Exercising leadership incorrectly is confrontational and leads to stress.

In-company training options for multiple colleagues

If several colleagues in your organization have the same training needs, this Leadership program can also be delivered in-house. The trainer will come to your organization and deliver the same curriculum. It’s even possible to emphasize certain topics or tailor the content based on your specific needs. If you’re interested, please feel free to inquire about in-company options via the comments field in the contact form. Of course, you can also call us at 088 33 666 66 or send an email to info@patagonia-opleidingen.com.

Results of the Leadership and Self-Reflection Training

The results of this Leadership and Self-Reflection training are spectacular. This leadership training program is structured to teach you techniques that will serve you for a lifetime. The training is based on self-reflection, because new insights allow you to improve yourself. You’ll learn how to coach, correct, delegate, provide guidance, and improve performance in everyday situations. But it doesn’t stop there. You’ll also learn how to set goals and develop your team. After completing this Leadership Training, you’ll always be prepared and confident in your abilities.

The effects of this Leadership and Self-Reflection training on your performance

After completing this Leadership and Self-Reflection training, you will have developed your leadership competencies, adjusted your priorities, and be well on your way to becoming a role model in leadership. The training will have a positive impact on your own performance, enabling you to lead and develop your team more effectively. After this training, you will have developed the following leadership competencies:

• Consciously choosing a leadership style
• Functioning as a leader in every situation
• Not taking things personally
• Effectively leading and developing the team
• Improving personal effectiveness
• Dealing with resistance
• Delegating and motivating

Practicing Leadership Through Games and Workshops

Leadership is a skill. Knowing about leadership models or methods is one step, but applying them in practice is the crucial second step. When a situation arises at work, or when you want to implement a change, it’s important to know what to do—and what not to do. That’s why this training is a hands-on program that involves practice and collaboration through workshops and games.

Start dates for the Leadership training course

Would you like to take the Leadership and Self-Reflection training? Below are the start dates and the subsequent course days:

This “Leadership Through Self-Reflection” training will help you become the kind of leader that complex organizations need. You’ll learn to reflect on your actions, recognize the effects of your decisions as a leader, and think in terms of systems. We prepare you for the many different, everyday situations that arise in the day-to-day operations of a factory, laboratory, or workshop. These include enforcing procedures, responding to unexpected situations, and the process of cultural change.

Would you like to learn more about in-company solutions, online training, or custom solutions? Call 088 33 666 66. We'd be happy to help you.

A 5 week investment in your personal leadership style

The program consists of 5 weeks of training and hands-on practice. Through workshops and games, this Leadership and Self-Reflection Training will place you in various situations, during which we’ll help you act and communicate effectively. This will build your competence as a leader and give you confidence. Between sessions, you’ll apply the leadership styles you’ve learned in your own work. In 5 weeks, you’ll have mastered leadership and know how to lead and develop teams.

Investing in your career as a leader

At some point in their careers, many professionals are faced with the challenge of leading a team, department, or plant. It’s best to be prepared for this. Many professionals also take this step spontaneously and then discover that the employees they lead don’t simply do what they’re told. This training will get you ready in time and provide you with a solid foundation for the rest of your career.

Step 1: Register for this Leadership and Self-Reflection training

You can register using the form at the bottom of this page. You will then receive a confirmation and can participate in this inspiring training, where you’ll learn a lot about communication, psychology, and organizational dynamics.

Step 2: Optional additional personal study guidance

Would you like to delve deeper into the material or do you need more guidance? If so, you can opt for the additional study package for personal guidance. The price for this Personal Study Guidance Package is €990 per person for 10 hours. You can use this time with the trainer as you see fit—for example, for additional explanations or practical guidance.

Step 3: Advanced Training Programs in Management and Leadership

After completing this leadership training, you can advance your career by enrolling in one of the following programs. There, you’ll learn the fundamentals of the field and become the leader your organization needs. This Leadership and Self-Reflection training provides the perfect preparation you need for roles such as productiemanager, kwaliteitsmanager or teamleider. This leadership training is also essential if you want to lead Lean and Six Sigma improvement teams. Six Sigma Green Belts and Black Belts often realize later on that it’s not just the method that matters, but also the way you lead.

Prices for In-Company Leadership Training

If you would like to organize this in-company Leadership training for, say, a group of young professionals or a middle management team, the following applies:

• Price: €3,900 per team for 5 half-days, including preparation.
• Travel expenses: €0.95 per kilometer.
• Optional: on-the-job coaching for teams or individuals: €1,300 per day.
• Excludes lodging and parking costs.

All-Inclusive Prices

Our prices are all-inclusive. We do not charge any additional costs or extra fees for optional extras. Therefore, our prices include:

• Registration and administration
• Documentation, such as syllabi, PowerPoint presentations, and templates
• Certificate of participation
• Unlimited access to the training portal with all the information

You can also use the materials we provide to create training materials for your own organization. This offers many benefits and helps your organization grow internally. Call us for more information and an explanation so you can develop an internal learning program.

Terms and Conditions

• You can take advantage of government grants for training and innovation.
• Prices do not include VAT.
• The NRTO’s general terms and conditions apply. You can find them on the website.

What is leadership, and how do you develop your leadership style?

1. The leader sets the direction. You need to know what you want to achieve with your department or team. You can call this your mission, vision, or goals. Your team members need to understand this direction and the purpose behind it. This creates clarity and motivation.
2. Empower your people to do their work. Make sure team members are able to make their contributions. They’re the ones doing the work; they’re the professionals.
3. The leader remains calm under all circumstances. Emotions lead to a loss of authority, a lack of objectivity, and poor decisions. So take good care of yourself. Stay balanced and objective, maintain your course, and work on the team’s development. Keep your ultimate goal in mind.

What does leadership training involve?

Leadership training provides insights into leadership styles and their effects. Afterward, you’ll need to learn the skills. You’ll practice different styles, competencies, and various real-world situations. Leadership competencies include, for example, listening, asking questions, conducting analyses, delegating, and maintaining direction. You can practice these and become proficient.

What does it take to be a good leader?

To start with, you need responsibility, ownership, trust, and a vision. That’s just the tip of the iceberg, but it does form the foundation. You also need to be able to delegate, share, collaborate, analyze, and make difficult decisions. Anyone can make easy decisions when things are going well. Making difficult decisions under challenging circumstances, that’s the real art.

What training do you need to become a manager?

At the operational level—such as that of a team leader, shift leader, or foreman—you need basic leadership training combined with a course on operational management methods, such as 5S, Daily Stand-up, and Problem Solving. At the management level, you need more. There, you delve into personal development, supplemented by substantive knowledge of management methods, communication, law, and finance.

Can leadership be learned?

Certainly, to a large extent, but you have to want to. You can learn to listen, as well as to set goals, ask questions, conduct analyses, apply management methods, and lead by example. If you want to, you can learn it.

Can anyone lead?

In principle, anyone can lead, as long as you’re willing to learn and apply the principles of leadership. There’s no such thing as complete mastery of leadership. Every leader continues to learn. You make mistakes, and you learn from them (Simon Sinek: We are all students of leadership). You’ll keep getting better as long as you’re willing to keep developing yourself.

What is leadership training?

Leadership training is a process of becoming aware of your own behavior and then developing the behaviors necessary for a leader. Think of skills like listening, providing direction, and delegating. Leaders must first become aware of what they’re doing, examine the effects of those actions, and then learn new behaviors and observe the new results.

How much does leadership training cost?

Market prices for leadership training range from 50 euros to 2,000 euros and up. It’s especially important to assess the quality of the training. A leader or manager who doesn’t lead effectively costs the organization an enormous amount of money—tons of it. The team doesn’t function properly, processes are costly, products are delivered late, and there’s rework. The leader’s entire salary, plus all associated waste, represents the cost to the organization of poor leadership. It’s surprising that so little attention is paid to this topic.

Register for the Leadership and Self-Reflection Training

Would you like to register yourself or a team for the Leadership and Self-Reflection Training? Please fill out the form below. We will contact you shortly with all the details. You can also call us at 088 33 666 66 or send an email to info@patagonia-opleidingen.com.