Manage with Impact - Enhance Performance, Retain Talent and Combat Burnout

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Course Aim

By the end of this course, attendees will be equipped with proven techniques to lead with impact, build resilient teams, and drive sustainable success in their organisations. Whether you are a seasoned leader or an emerging manager, this course will bring your current skills to the forefront and empower you to manage with confidence and effectiveness.

Course Content

• Understanding the role of a manager in driving performance and engagement
• Aligning team goals with business objectives
• Setting clear goals and expectations using SMART frameworks
• Effective delegation and empowerment strategies
• Coaching and mentoring techniques for skill development
• Understand the key drivers of employee engagement and motivation.
• Design and implement strategies to improve employee retention and reduce turnover.
• Identify early signs of stress, disengagement, and burnout in teams.
• Learn techniques to manage workload distribution and prevent overwork.
• Develop emotional intelligence for effective leadership.
• Improve communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Lead with authenticity, empathy, and a people-first mindset.
• Adapt management styles to different team dynamics and personalities.

Learning Outcomes 

• Upon successful completion of this course, delegates should be able to:
• Understand the Foundations of Effective Management
• Retain Top Talent & Build an Engaging Workplace
• Prevent & Combat Workplace Burnout
• Strengthen their Leadership & Communication
• Apply Practical Management Strategies
• These learning outcomes ensure that managers will have the knowledge and tools they need to lead effectively, manage people with confidence, and ultimately contribute to the success of their team and organisation.
• Who Should Attend?
• This course is beneficial for anyone looking to create an environment where employees feel valued, motivated, and resilient while achieving business goals.

Trainer Profile

Sonya Meekel MBA, MSc, M.A, P.G Dip.Proj Man, P.G Dip Ed, BSc Eng  C.Eng, M.I.E.I.

Sonya has over 20 years’ experience in the Construction Industry and is currently a lecturer in Technological University Dublin.  She has previously worked as a Design Build Consultant Engineer, and a Project Manager throughout her career. Sonya graduated from DIT with an BSc in Structural Engineering and has since continued her studies extensively.

The development of People and People management became an area of passion leading to her research for her MBA in the Strategic Imperatives of Soft Skill Training and Development and recently completing a level 8 in Business Coaching. Sonya areas of expertise are embedded in the world of Construction and Business.