In today's dynamic and often unpredictable work environment, fostering an agile mindset and demonstrating effective change leadership are paramount, especially within hybrid teams. The shift towards distributed and blended work models demands a new approach to leadership that prioritizes adaptability, collaboration, and continuous learning. This comprehensive training course is meticulously designed to equip leaders with the strategic foresight and practical tools needed to inspire their teams, navigate complexity, and drive successful outcomes in this evolving landscape. Learn to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation, ensuring your hybrid team thrives.

This intensive five-day program moves beyond traditional management paradigms to offer a hands-on blueprint for cultivating agility and leading change effectively across physical and virtual divides. Participants will learn how to build trust, foster psychological safety, and communicate with empathy and clarity, empowering their teams to embrace new ways of working. By the end of this course, you will possess the strategic insights and practical tools to lead your hybrid teams with confidence, cultivating a highly engaged, resilient, and high-performing workforce prepared for the future of work.

Duration: 5 days

Target Audience:

• Team Leaders and Managers
• Project and Program Managers
• Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters
• Human Resources Professionals
• Senior Executives overseeing hybrid teams
• Organizational Development Specialists
• Digital Transformation Leaders
• Anyone transitioning to a hybrid leadership role
• Leaders seeking to enhance team collaboration in distributed settings
• Professionals responsible for driving change in hybrid environments

Objectives:

• Understand the core principles of an agile mindset and its application in hybrid teams.
• Develop effective change leadership strategies for distributed workforces.
• Master communication techniques that foster clarity and engagement across hybrid settings.
• Cultivate a culture of psychological safety and continuous learning in virtual and physical spaces.
• Learn to identify and address resistance to change in hybrid team dynamics.
• Enhance skills in empowering teams and fostering autonomy regardless of location.
• Build resilient individuals and teams capable of thriving amidst constant change.
• Measure the impact of agile leadership on hybrid team performance and outcomes.
• Create a personalized action plan for leading agile change in your hybrid team.

Course Modules:

Module 1: The Agile Mindset in a Hybrid World

• Defining the agile mindset and its relevance to modern leadership
• Understanding the unique challenges and opportunities of hybrid work
• The shift from command-and-control to servant leadership
• Embracing experimentation and learning from failure
• Connecting agile principles to organizational resilience

Module 2: Leading Change in Hybrid Teams

• The psychology of change and its impact on distributed individuals
• Developing a compelling vision for change that resonates across locations
• Strategies for building buy-in and commitment in a hybrid environment
• Identifying and addressing resistance specific to hybrid team dynamics
• The leader's role in guiding teams through the change curve

Module 3: Communication Mastery for Hybrid Environments

• Optimizing communication channels for synchronous and asynchronous interactions
• Crafting clear, consistent, and compelling messages for diverse audiences
• Running effective virtual and hybrid meetings and workshops
• The power of active listening and empathetic communication across distances
• Leveraging digital tools to enhance transparency and information flow

Module 4: Building Trust and Psychological Safety Remotely

• The foundations of psychological safety in a distributed setting
• Strategies for building trust and rapport across geographical divides
• Encouraging vulnerability and open dialogue in virtual interactions
• Creating a safe space for feedback and constructive disagreement
• Fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion for all team members

Module 5: Empowering and Coaching Hybrid Teams

• Delegating responsibilities and fostering autonomy in a hybrid model
• Providing effective coaching and mentoring to remote and in-office staff
• Setting clear expectations and performance metrics for distributed teams
• Recognizing and celebrating successes across different locations
• Developing individual and team capabilities for hybrid work

Module 6: Navigating Hybrid Team Dynamics

• Strategies for managing the "in-group vs. out-group" dynamic in hybrid setups
• Ensuring equitable access to information, opportunities, and resources
• Addressing communication fatigue and digital burnout
• Fostering collaboration between co-located and remote team members
• Optimizing physical office space for hybrid team needs

Module 7: Sustaining Agility and Continuous Improvement

• Defining key performance indicators (KPIs) for hybrid team effectiveness
• Establishing feedback loops for continuous learning and adaptation
• Conducting effective retrospectives and post-mortems in hybrid settings
• Iterating on work processes and leadership approaches
• Creating a long-term roadmap for continuous agility and resilience

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.