Introduction
Gain the ability to recognize and positively manage emotions in yourself, in others and in groups!
Recent studies indicate that emotional intelligence is a powerful key to effective leadership. This valuable seminar delivers the in-depth knowledge and practical skills you need to ensure that you are a strong, emotionally intelligent leader. You will also learn how to apply emotional intelligence to specific leadership situations to gain the authority and success you strive for as a leader.
Course Objectives of Leading with Emotional Intelligence
By the end of this program you will be able to:
- Gain an honest and accurate awareness of Yourself
- Monitor and adapt your own emotions and behaviors for your benefit and that of your Team & Department
- Have a positive influence on the emotions and motivation of others
- Develop cohesive, emotionally intelligent teams
- Create an atmosphere that fosters emotional intelligence
- Adaptability in dealing with different personalities
- Understand and apply the psychology of leadership
Training Methodology
The seminar will combine presentations with interactive practical exercises, supported by video material and case studies. Delegates will be encouraged to participate actively in relating the principles of emotional intelligence to the particular needs of their workplace.
Organizational Impact of Leading with Emotional Intelligence
- Improve teamwork and teambuilding skills through greater emotional intelligence
- Enhance cooperation through better relationship building skills
- Develop an emotional intelligence work environment
Personal Impact of Leading with Emotional Intelligence
- Learn how to cultivate emotional intelligence competencies
- Effectively manage your own emotions & emotions of others
- Personal growth as an emotionally intelligent leader
- Understand the different personality styles
Course Outlines of Leading with Emotional Intelligence
DAY 1
Introduction to Emotional Intelligence
- Understanding emotional intelligence & its components
- Significance of EQ to effective leadership
- Importance of perception
- Attitudes & behavior of leaders
- Consequences of low EQ to personal effectiveness
- Removing emotional blindspots
DAY 2
Psychology of Leadership
- Theories of leadership
- Importance of self-concept
- Understanding personality styles
- Optimizing our personality strengths
- Adaptability in dealing with different personalities
- Task versus relationship-oriented leadership
DAY 3
Apply Psychology in Leading in an Emotionally Intelligent Way
- Enhancing self-awareness
- Empathy: Increase your level of social awareness
- Delegating tasks and responsibilities
- Influencing and inspiring people
- Identifying personality disorders
- Managing difficult behavior & poor performance
DAY 4
Building an Emotionally Intelligent Team based on Psychological Principles
- Importance of EQ to team effectiveness
- Motivating a high-performance team
- Building unified teams
- EQ for building trusting relationships
- Conflict resolution for promoting consensus & collaboration
- Increase the EQ of your teams & entire organization
DAY 5
Communication for Successful Leadership
- Giving & receiving feedback
- Psychology of persuasion
- Creating an inspiring vision
- Solving people problems at work
- Non-alienation for high EQ leadership
- Developing leadership integrity
About Istanbul
Few places compare to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Istanbul, whose enormous size straddles both Europe and Asia, forming a bridge between western and eastern cultures. Resting upon the natural harbor of the Golden Horn, the skyline of the once-Constantinople is pierced with minarets and ancient monuments that embody centuries of history. While it is brimming with historical landmarks and colorful markets, modern Istanbul is also well represented through its contemporary art scene, European-style café culture, world-class dining venues.
Things to do and places to visit in Istanbul
Istanbul is teeming with attractions and landmarks from historic sights and unique cuisine to lively markets and unmistakable culture. It is a thriving city, with a myriad of things to do that skillfully manage to blend every aspect of both the contemporary and the historical world.
On a city break in Istanbul be sure to:
- Visit a hammam, a traditional Turkish bath, whose origins date back to Roman times.
- Marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Süleymaniye Mosque and Blue Mosque, Istanbul's most spectacular monuments that dominate the skyline.
- Explore the Topkapi Palace Museum, one of Istanbul's most visited museums, home to over 80,000 artifacts.
- Walk through the Basilica Cistern, an underground marvel built in the 4th century.
- Be dazzled by the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets.
- Go shopping for exotic products and Turkish delights in the Spice Bazaar.
- Cross the bridge connecting Europe and Asia against the backdrop of the Bosphorus, or take a Bosphorus cruise.
- Taste the diversity and flavor of Turkish cuisine.
- Admire panoramas of the city from the Galata Tower.
- Walk through Taksim Square, the city's dynamic square that never sleeps.