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Why Choose Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader Training Course?

Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader Training Course is the perfect opportunity for technical professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills. This course addresses the unique challenges faced by individuals transitioning from a technical role to a leadership position. It recognizes that technical experts are often promoted based on their deep knowledge and skills in their field, but may not have the necessary leadership competencies required to effectively manage teams and lead organizations.

In this comprehensive course, participants will explore the essential leadership skills needed to succeed in today’s fast-paced and evolving workplace. You will gain a deep understanding of the differences between technical expertise and effective leadership. Through practical learning, you will acquire critical interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the tools to build high-performing teams and navigate organizational change.

The Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader Training Course covers key areas such as moving from technical skills to people management, enhancing communication with stakeholders, understanding the principles of change management, and mastering essential coaching techniques. By focusing on both functional and interpersonal leadership skills, this course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to lead with impact and succeed as a leader.

What are the Goals?

By the end of this Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader training course, you will:

  • Develop self-awareness and enhance emotional intelligence for more effective leadership
  • Differentiate between transformational and transactional leadership styles
  • Communicate a clear and compelling vision that drives change within your organization
  • Demonstrate active listening and other key communication skills essential for leadership
  • Successfully transition from a technical expert to a skilled and confident leader

Who is this Training Course for?

This Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader training course is ideal for professionals who are transitioning from a technical role into a leadership position. The course will benefit a wide range of individuals, including:

  • Technical professionals moving into leadership roles
  • Engineers and Engineering Managers
  • Project Managers and Technical Leads
  • Operational Managers and Financial Professionals
  • HR professionals taking on leadership responsibilities
  • Anyone recently promoted into a people management or leadership role

How will this Training Course be Presented?

The Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader training course uses a variety of proven, interactive learning methods designed to maximize engagement and retention.

  • Stimulating presentations to introduce each topic
  • Trainer-led interactive sessions for group discussions
  • Realistic exercises and role plays to apply concepts in real-world scenarios
  • Short video presentations to reinforce learning points
  • Small group activities and feedback to facilitate peer learning

The course is designed to ensure that participants not only learn theoretical knowledge but also gain practical skills they can immediately apply in their leadership roles. The course fosters an engaging learning environment where participants can practice leadership skills and develop the confidence needed to lead effectively.

The Course Content

  • From technical expert to leader
  • The difference between managing and leading
  • Characteristics of highly effective leaders
  • Transformational and transactional leadership
  • The importance of Emotional Intelligence (EI)
  • Effective interpersonal communication in the leadership role
  • Communicating successfully – Avoiding communication barriers
  • Active listening and questioning skills
  • Understanding your own personality profile
  • Developing self-awareness
  • Achieving the high-performing team
  • Stages of team development
  • Identifying the essential factors in motivation
  • The benefits and barriers to delegation
  • Decision-making with teams – avoiding group think
  • The Coaching Cycle (PEDICR)
  • Key listening & questioning techniques for coaching & mentoring
  • Introducing SOLER techniques
  • Plan a coaching session & preparing a coaching plan
  • Set coaching objectives which are measurable (SMART)
  • The key drivers of change
  • The difference between change management and change leadership
  • Overcoming resistance to change
  • Change at the individual, team and organisational level
  • The five psychological phases of change and their effective management

Certificate and Accreditation

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course

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Yes, we offer tailored corporate training solutions to meet your organization's specific needs. Please contact us at [email protected] or call +971 4 427 5400 for more information.

The training fees include full access to the training venue, along with comprehensive training materials to enhance your learning experience. Additionally, participants will be provided with writing supplies and stationery. To ensure comfort and convenience, the fee also covers lunch and refreshing coffee breaks throughout the duration of the course.

Our training programs are hosted at luxurious five-star hotels in prestigious destinations across the globe. Some of our popular locations include Dubai, London, Kuala Lumpur, Amsterdam, New York, Paris, Vienna, and many other iconic cities.

There are several convenient ways to register for our training programs:

  • Online: Explore our training calendar, choose the course that suits your needs, and click the “Register Now” button on the course details page.
  • Email: Share your details, including your name, organization, email address, and selected course, by sending an email to  [email protected]
  • Phone: Reach out to us directly at +971 4 427 5400 or +971 4 427 5407, and our team will guide you through the registration process.

Once your registration is successfully completed, you will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. This email will contain your registration details, invoice, and the necessary joining instructions for the course.

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