In today's fast-paced corporate environment, executive coaching and self-mastery are essential for leaders to not only survive but thrive. The ability to understand one's own motivations, manage emotions, and strategically guide others is the hallmark of a truly impactful leader. This transformative training course is designed to empower executives and high-potential managers with the deep self-awareness and practical coaching skills necessary to drive peak performance, inspire their teams, and navigate complexity with confidence and clarity.

This program provides a powerful toolkit for personal and professional development, moving participants from a reactive leadership style to a proactive and intentional one. You will learn how to harness emotional intelligence, cultivate a growth mindset, and apply proven coaching methodologies to unlock the potential in both yourself and those you lead. The curriculum focuses on building authentic influence, fostering resilience, and creating a sustainable framework for continuous self-improvement. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to not only master your own leadership journey but also to become a powerful coach and mentor for others.

Duration: 5 days

Target Audience:

• Senior Executives and C-Suite Leaders
• Directors and Department Heads
• High-Potential Managers and Emerging Leaders
• Aspiring Coaches and Mentors
• Human Resources Business Partners
• Learning & Development Professionals
• Founders and Entrepreneurs
• Board Members
• Team Leaders
• Senior Project Managers

Objectives:

• Develop a deep understanding of personal values, strengths, and purpose
• Enhance emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills
• Master core coaching competencies to mentor and develop others
• Improve strategic thinking and decision-making under pressure
• Build resilience and effective strategies for managing stress and burnout
• Cultivate a coaching mindset for daily leadership interactions
• Practice powerful listening and questioning techniques
• Create a personal action plan for sustained self-mastery
• Increase influence and build authentic relationships with stakeholders

Course Modules:

Module 1: Foundations of Self-Mastery

• The importance of self-awareness in leadership
• Identifying your core values and purpose
• Understanding your leadership brand and impact
• The role of mindset in personal and professional growth
• Journaling and reflection techniques for deeper insight

Module 2: The Inner Game of Leadership

• Cultivating emotional intelligence (EQ) and self-regulation
• Managing your inner critic and overcoming limiting beliefs
• The neuroscience of stress and peak performance
• Techniques for mindfulness and presence
• Building mental resilience and fortitude

Module 3: The Art of Executive Coaching

• The difference between coaching, mentoring, and managing
• Core coaching competencies and ethical guidelines
• The GROW model and other coaching frameworks
• Powerful questioning and active listening skills
• Giving and receiving constructive feedback effectively

Module 4: Advanced Communication and Influence

• Communicating with clarity, conviction, and empathy
• Adapting your communication style for different audiences
• The power of non-verbal communication
• Building authentic relationships and trust
• Strategic influence and persuasion without authority

Module 5: Building Resilience and Managing Stress

• Identifying personal triggers and stress responses
• Strategies for proactive stress management
• Developing a work-life integration philosophy
• The importance of rest, recovery, and well-being
• Creating a support system for sustained energy

Module 6: Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making

• Moving from tactical to strategic thinking
• Frameworks for complex problem-solving
• Making values-based and ethical decisions
• Managing ambiguity and uncertainty
• Leveraging intuition and data in decision-making

Module 7: Leading with Emotional Intelligence

• Creating a psychologically safe environment for your team
• How to inspire and motivate others through empathy
• Navigating difficult conversations with grace and purpose
• The role of vulnerability in building trust
• Developing the emotional maturity to lead through change

Module 8: Fostering a Coaching Culture

• Implementing a coaching mindset throughout your organization
• Training your direct reports to coach their teams
• Building a culture of continuous learning and feedback
• Measuring the impact of coaching on team performance
• The leader's role in developing the next generation of leaders

Module 9: The Executive's Personal Growth Plan

• Developing a personalized self-mastery roadmap
• Setting clear, measurable, and achievable goals
• Accountability strategies for sustained progress
• Identifying mentors and sponsors for your journey
• Creating a legacy of purposeful and impactful leadership

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.