Introduction:
The Governance Professional’s EQ-i Toolkit two-day workshop is designed to be an interactive session, which includes class instruction, lived experience and individual exercises. The course is designed for participants to create an understanding of emotional intelligence using the EQ-i 2.0 model as a platform. This includes a study of the five EQ composites and related sub-scales as related to your role as a governance professional to enhance job performance, influence, and impact.
What you will learn:
The technical abilities of a governance professional is only half the story. The course will provide a deep understanding of how EQ is applied on a practical basis to unlock the secret of building stellar impact in ways that the qualifying courses never touch on. We explore the concept of EQ and its benefits, and through a detailed analysis of its various elements, we learn how the shrewd use of EQ can potentially accelerate your reputation and career prospects as a trusted advisor. The course is designed to be interactive, and the groups are deliberately small to allow for a more immersive learning experience. Participants will this way learn not only from the facilitator but through the valuable experience of fellow participants and provide useful networking opportunities with their peers.
The many topics covered over the two days include the following:
- An introduction to EQ, its context, and the benefits of high EQ for governance professionals in a rapidly evolving governance landscape.
- Building self-awareness and understanding of emotions and how to express them appropriately, through enhanced communication and assertiveness skills.
- Developing relationships characterised by mutual trust, using empathy, and listening skills.
- Refined decision-making using problem solving techniques, impulse control, and a learning mindset, with flexibility to embrace change.
- Building resilience, optimism and managing stress to remain calm and focused and lead by example. This in turn enhances well-being and happiness.
- Using EQ to empower the Board, lead and coach others and resolve conflict.
Who should attend:
Any governance professional, whether a corporate secretary or individuals who serve on boards or work closely with them, would benefit from the skills and concepts learned in the workshop. Anyone who is serious about taking their career to the next level could not make a better investment in themselves.
