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Session 1: Live session: Welcome and Introduction to Leadership

Welcome
Program overview and goals
Define leadership
Overview of popular leadership theories

Explain some of the most common leadership theories.
Identify the characteristics that make an effective leader.
Apply leadership skills to your own work.
Determine the best leadership style to use in different situations.

E-learning Module: Introduction to leadership skills

What is leadership?
Transitioning from team member to leader

Define the term leader and how it differs from the term supervisor/ manager.
Explain why developing leadership skills is important.
Identify and apply techniques that can help make the transition from team member to leader more successful.

Session 2: Live session: Challenges women leaders face and how to navigate them

Challenge #1: Gender bias
Challenge #2: Imposter syndrome
Challenge #3: Balancing work and family
Challenge #4: Navigating work boundaries

Explain gender stereotypes, bias, and their impact on women leaders.
Identify strategies for navigating gender bias as a female leader.
Apply strategies for dealing with imposter syndrome.
Identify tips for maintaining work-life balance.
Determine ways to set and manage work boundaries when leading friends or family.

Session 3: Live session: Communication and influence

Impact of good communication
Communication skills
9 influence tactics and principles

Explain why communication is critical for leadership.
Apply specific communication skills (e.g., listening, asking questions).
Explain common influence tactics and when to use them.

E-learning Module: Leading by example

How to lead by example
Setting clear expectations
Focussing on clear communication

Explain why leading by example is important.
Apply strategies for leading by example.
Identify strategies for clarifying roles and clearly setting expectations.
Identify strategies to foster open and clear communication.

Session 4: Live session: Building and maintaining trust as a leader

What is trust and why it is important?
Drivers of trust
Ability strategies
Care strategies
Integrity strategies

Explain the term trust and why it is important.
Identify the three drivers of trust.
Apply strategies to build and maintain trust as a leader.
Determine ways to rebuild trust.

E-learning Module: Motivating and engaging others

Motivating your team
Building collaboration and trust
Taking care of your people
Resolving conflicts

Identify ways to recognize your team members.
Identify ways to build and foster trust.
Describe why taking care of your team members and their well-being is important.
Identify ways to support team members’ mental health.

Session 5: Live session: Emotional intelligence

What is emotional intelligence and why is it important?
Emotional intelligence behaviours
How to build self-awareness
Self-management techniques

Explain the term emotional intelligence and why it is important.
Apply techniques for building self-awareness.
Determine ways to manage emotions in healthy ways.

Session 6: Live session: Resolving conflicts

Impact of conflict
Conflict resolution styles and process
Conflict examples
Toxic leadership

Explain what conflict is.
Identify situations where conflict may arise.
Apply the 5 steps for dealing with conflict.
Determine how well this may work for you.
Identify how to deal with a toxic leader.

Session 7: Live session: Delegating and planning

Delegating
Building trust and accountability in your team
Planning and organizing your work
Strategic thinking and strategic planning

Explain why delegating is important.
Assess team member capability and outcome risk to determine when to delegate.
Explain how to build accountability in your teams.
Determine how to structure and prioritize work.
Apply strategic thinking and strategic planning skills.

E-learning Module: Planning, problem solving, and innovating

Planning, prioritizing, and delegating
Identifying and solving problems
Innovating and experimenting

Identify strategies for planning and organizing.
Describe the importance of delegating tasks.
Apply a process for solving problems.
Identify opportunities to innovate and experiment.

Session 8: Live session: Coaching for success 

Coaching overview
Asking coaching questions
Coaching challenges
Mentoring

Explain why coaching is important.
Apply and start using the 6 coaching questions. 
Determine how to coach challenging team members.
Explain what mentoring is.

E-learning Module: Developing others

Encouraging learning
Giving feedback and coaching
Delivering difficult feedback
Asking for feedback

Determine ways you can help others learn what they need to know.
Apply a proven method for how to structure and provide feedback, so that it is clear and easy to understand.
Apply a coaching technique.
Identify and apply a method for delivering difficult feedback.
Identify how to ask others for feedback.

Session 9: Live session: Inclusive leadership and psychological safety

What is inclusive leadership and why is it important?
What is psychological safety and how does it differ from trust?
Inclusive leadership behaviours

Explain the term inclusive leadership and why it is important.
Explain the term psychological safety and why it is important.
Apply inclusive leadership techniques.
Determine ways to foster psychological safety.

E-learning Module: Leading others from different backgrounds

Understanding biases
Navigating cultural misunderstandings
Communicating with different audiences
Making everyone feel like part of the team

Reflect upon your own biases and assumptions.
Identify ways to ensure that everyone is treated fairly and respectfully.
Identify and apply tips for how to avoid cultural misunderstandings.
Apply techniques for communicating clearly with team members from different backgrounds.
Identify ways to create a positive work environment where everyone feels welcome.

Session 10

Session 10 will feature a presentation and group discussion led by a prominent female leader figure in the industry and will focus on one of the key topics covered in Sessions 1 to 9.

The purpose of this session is to offer participants an opportunity to network, share experiences, and learn from the challenges and successes of others in the field. This interactive session will encourage the exchange of practical insights, helping participants gain new perspectives and build stronger professional relationships within the industry.

Terms and Conditions for Program Registration

Register and complete your payment through the secure portal by clicking the link below.

By registering for the program, the participant hereby acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions:

1. Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of registration.
Industry Experience: Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years of experience working in the agriculture industry.
English Proficiency: Applicants must have a basic proficiency in English to comprehend course materials, participate in discussions, and complete assignments effectively.

2. Eligibility for Certificate of Completion

To be awarded a Certificate of Completion, participants must meet the following condition(s):

Attendance Requirement: Participants must attend at least 70% of the live sessions during the program.

Microcredential Certificate will be issued by the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) upon successful completion of the program.

3. Refund Policy

We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise. The following refund policy applies:

Full Refund: A full refund of the tuition fee will be granted if a written cancellation request is received by the program administration at least 14 days prior to the program's commencement date.
Partial Refund: A partial refund of 50% of the tuition fee will be provided if a cancellation request is made 7-13 days prior to the program's start date.
No Refund: No refund will be issued if a cancellation request is made less than 7 days prior to the program's start date or after the program has commenced.

Refund requests must be submitted in writing to the program administration team at vschuler@cahrc-ccrha.ca.

4. Program Changes and Cancellation

The program organizers reserve the right to modify the program content, schedule, instructors, or other elements of the program at their discretion. In the unlikely event that the program is canceled by CAHRC, all registered participants will be offered a full refund of their tuition fees.

By completing the registration process, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms and conditions outlined above.

Women in Agriculture Essential Leadership Skills Development Program

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