Learn with us Training for Organisations Leadership If you're looking for training on co-operative leadership, check our our list of courses that deal with various aspects of the role. And remember, all our courses can be facilitated live in-person, or online via Zoom. Emotional intelligence In this course participants will have the opportunity to develop their understanding of emotional intelligence and what this means to them. Participants will explore the key characteristics that form the foundations of emotional intelligence, and share examples of when they have demonstrated these characteristics in their work and life. Finally, the course will identify areas where emotional intelligence is important, focusing on specific areas relevant to teams and organisations. Participants can expect to develop their knowledge of emotional intelligence and related characteristics and attributes, whilst also developing skills through working and collaborating in a co-operative learning space. Creating safe cultures In this course participants will explore how nurturing and maintaining a safe culture where people feel valued is key to the success of teams and organisations. Where conflicts arise, it’s important that these are managed through positive and respectful exchanges to seek solutions in the best interests of an organisation and its employees. Focusing on values, this course aims to help participants highlight different behaviours that may have a negative impact on the culture of organisations. Using practical examples, participants will identify how these can be addressed in a positive and empowering way. Leading and embedding change In this course, participants will explore different approaches to change, examining how this is manifested and how to ensure that change is managed and communicated in such a way that it motivates and inspires positive action rather than resistance. Using the lens of co-operative values, it will examine how they can influence the way in which co-operatives approach change. Through a range of activities, participants will identify how to navigate challenges to create a transparent, positive, and inclusive approach to change where people feel invested in the outcomes. Being a co-operative leader It is important for leaders to build a shared sense of purpose and belonging within their teams. This workshop considers organisational requirements and leadership practices,focusing on those that align to co-operative values and principles. Inclusion in action The aim of this workshop is to collectively explore the differences between us all through the lens of co-operative values and how to embed inclusivity in everyday practice. Promoting climate change: how co-operatives can make a difference The UK is now committed, in law, to become carbon neutral by 2050 and every organisation has a responsibility to transform its own culture. This aim of this workshop is to explore the links between climate action and participants’ roles within their organisations. Working together effectively The overall aim of this full day workshop is to collectively explore strategies for working together co-operatively as a team. It will be action focused and incorporate activities designed to encourage both collaborative reflection and application of learning. The co-operative values and principles will be embedded throughout to enable consideration of their application to co-operative leadership working practices. Meetings that work for all In this workshop participants will develop skills and behaviours to make online and face-to-face meetings effective for everyone, whether they are leading or participating in the meeting. The workshop will take the format of interactive activities, enabling them to reflect, participate and assess what will work and why. Participants will create actionable ideas that can be implemented in future meetings to ensure they are equal and transformative for everyone. Engaging and motivating others In this workshop participants will have the opportunity to reflect on and explore their past and current experiences of engaging and motivating others, but also what engages and motivates them. The session will include time to complete interactive activities as a group to gain an understanding of what has been effective, as well as the areas where they mightlike to develop in their role in order to engage and motivate teams, individuals and themselves. Effectively presenting your point of view This workshop will help participants develop skills, knowledge and behaviours to effectively present their point of view, whilst listening to and respecting the points of view of others. The workshop will include interactive activities which will support a reflective process to explore effective and ineffective communication techniques. It will also provide the opportunity for participants to create their own actions to support their role. Developing an engaged membership Co-ops are membership organisations set up to meet the needs of their members, and an active, diverse and engaged membership is crucial for any co-operative to effective. Member to director pathway The aim of this two-session workshop is to support the progression of co-operative members who are interested in becoming directors in the future. If you'd like to book any of these courses for you or your organisation, or have any questions that you'd like to ask about the content, then our Learning Team are happy to help. Get in touch via the button below and we'll reply to your query ASAP. Get in touch Manage Cookie Preferences