An intensive professional development training course on
Action Centred Leadership (ACL)
Building High-Performance Teams with Practical Leadership Skills
Why Choose Action Centred Leadership (ACL) Training Course?
Action Centred Leadership Training Course is designed to help leaders translate vision into measurable results by focusing on practical leadership actions rather than just theory. Developed by Professor John Adair, the ACL model provides a proven framework that balances task achievement, team cohesion, and individual development. This training course is highly effective for professionals who want actionable strategies to improve team performance and personal leadership impact.
In today’s fast-paced business environment, leaders face multiple competing priorities and need to inspire diverse teams while delivering results. This Action Centred Leadership training course equips participants with the tools to communicate effectively, delegate efficiently, and create motivated, high-performing teams.
Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and practical exercises, participants learn to apply the ACL model directly in their workplaces. The course ensures that leadership concepts are not just understood but consistently practiced, helping professionals build credibility, accountability, and lasting trust within their teams.
What are the Goals?
By completing this Action Centred Leadership training course, participants will:
- Understand the ACL framework and its three key dimensions: Task, Team, and Individual
- Balance task completion with team cohesion and individual motivation
- Apply situational leadership techniques to enhance performance and productivity
- Build stronger, more collaborative, and motivated teams
- Communicate clearly, delegate responsibilities effectively, and manage performance proactively
- Develop consistent, action-oriented leadership habits that drive long-term results
This training course ensures participants not only grasp leadership principles but also translate them into actionable strategies to achieve measurable team and organizational success.
Who is this Training Course for?
This Action Centred Leadership training course is ideal for professionals seeking practical leadership skills, including:
- Managers, team leaders, and supervisors aiming to enhance leadership effectiveness
- Emerging leaders preparing for higher responsibilities and team management roles
- Project and operations managers accountable for team performance
- HR and talent development professionals involved in leadership and team-building initiatives
- Professionals looking to improve people management skills and drive team results
The course is suitable for anyone eager to learn how to lead with clarity, motivate others, and create high-performance teams.
How will this Training Course be Presented?
The Action Centred Leadership training course is delivered using a mix of interactive and engaging methods designed for adult learners. Participants will benefit from:
- Facilitated discussions led by experienced instructors
- Real-world case studies to illustrate practical application
- Group exercises and role-playing to develop hands-on skills
- Visual presentations and multimedia tools for enhanced understanding
- Comprehensive course materials for continued reference
This blended approach ensures that learning is practical, memorable, and immediately applicable. By the end of the course, participants will have actionable strategies to lead their teams effectively, improve performance, and sustain results.
The Course Content
- Understanding leadership: roles, responsibilities, and challenges
- Introduction to the Action Centred Leadership model
- The three circles: Task, Team, and Individual needs
- The difference between managing and leading
- Characteristics of effective action-centred leaders
- Self-assessment: identifying your leadership strengths and areas for growth
- Defining clear goals and objectives
- Planning, prioritising, and allocating resources effectively
- Decision-making and problem-solving frameworks
- Setting performance standards and expectations
- Monitoring progress and managing accountability
- Workshop: Action planning and execution in team environments
- Stages of team development and group dynamics
- Fostering trust, collaboration, and shared purpose
- Creating psychological safety and open communication
- The leader’s role in conflict management and resolution
- Motivating and engaging diverse teams
- Case study: Applying ACL to strengthen team performance
- Understanding individual differences and motivations
- Coaching and mentoring for performance improvement
- Giving and receiving constructive feedback
- Delegation as a tool for development and empowerment
- Recognising and rewarding achievements
- Practical exercise: Individual leadership development planning
- Balancing the three leadership circles in real-world scenarios
- Leading under pressure and in times of change
- Building leadership presence and credibility
- Sustaining performance through continuous improvement
- Developing a personal action plan for leadership growth
- Group exercise: Designing a leadership improvement roadmap
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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