Deriving from the Latin 'inspiratus' meaning 'to breath into' and 'to draw air into the lungs', the inspirational leader compels others to move forwards and beyond the norm.
This ability to evoke positive feelings and the sense of forward movement in others requires a strong sense of purpose, the ability to lead from values, to work with intention and to be highly effective in the use of personal communication skills.
The inspiring leader brings heightened sense of awareness to their body, voice and breath and can combine remaining acutely present and attuned to their impact in that moment. Receive personal direction and feedback to deepen learning and forward inspirational leadership.
About this programme
Every leader needs to inspire others towards movement, to compel them to take action, to capture their imagination to motivate them towards a common goal. When a vision, mission or goal is created, the need to be inspirational in leadership arises. Clear KPIs, a well thought out strategy or project plan simply doesn’t cut it.
This uplifting, one day programme is highly practical and explores what every leader needs to think, feel and do in order to inspire. Working with thought, intention, emotion and communication intelligence, those attending will learn from the world’s best in how to inspire using words, narrative, presence, breath, body and voice. Each leader leaves excited and energised, knowing how they – in their own natural way – is able to powerfully inspire others.
Who should attend
Whether leading an organisation, a team or a period of change, this module is perfect for those who have a need to inspire others towards action, who simply want to accelerate and develop their the inspirational leadership style or have a specific event or speech in which they need to have an inspirational impact.
Module content
- Creating an inspiring physical presence
- Defining personal impact
- Expanding vocal range and register to align with impact.
- Inspiring audiences – from 1 to 1,000
- The role of compelling narrative and creative expression.
- Effective energy and pace
- Optimum use of pause, silence and breath,
Key outcomes
- What inspires me? Thought, body and action
- Know how to create a unique and inspiring physical presence.
- Adept use of body, breath and voice.
- Optimising the role of intention
- Inspiring through use of emotion to connect audience
- Outstanding delivery of compelling narrative to engage
- Ability to adapt energy, pace and expression