Breaking through The Glass Ceiling 573439 Why Choose this Training Course?This interactive training course offers a unique opportunity for emerging women leaders to take a balanced insight into:… the reality of the legendary The Glass Ceiling that curtails promotion… the mechanisms for managing within a Glass Ceiling tradition… and ‘tools’ for influencing cultural change at workThe term "glass ceiling" refers to the sometimes-invisible barrier to success that many women come up against in their careers. Accepting the Glass Ceiling as unbreakable cannot be an option. The percentage of women in work is increasing - 80% across Europe. High rates of participation, as well as high rates of employment, are key measures of women’s status. Key is high educational attainment which will help close pay gaps women experience globally. Attitudes, skills and knowledge, are especially relevant for women in work. Grasping responsibility, marshalling people, and innovating creatively and strategically is the new ethos.This training course will feature:Understanding stereotypical views of women’s roles in society and businessWhat women want: overcoming fears about self and achievementsSelf: Learning Styles, self-awareness, self-discipline, and personal ‘gravitas’SWOT Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/ThreatEmpowerment: responsibility; marshalling people; innovating creatively and strategicallyClosing the gap: attitudes and skills Toolbox, and Execution Roadmap - the way aheadAdvanced and vital inter-personal communication skills for marshalling peopleWhat are the Goals?By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:Formulate a master plan for dealing with a Glass Ceiling – anywhere; at any levelComplete a SWOT Analysis (Strengths; Weaknesses; Opportunities; Threats) of your potentialWrite an Execution Roadmap for breaking The Glass Ceiling within your cultureUnderstand the power of both cognitive and Emotional IntelligenceBecome part of the innovative and strategic ‘leadership problems’ and not just a small part of an operational ‘solutionWho is this Training Course for?Women who are managers, non-managers, or self-employed seeking inspiration and insights to further their roles in business, leadership or thought-leadership within organisations. Professional women who are aware of The Glass Ceiling, The Bamboo Ceiling, or The Sticky Floor.This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit women who are:Under a Glass Ceiling cultureSelf-developersAmbitiousDetermined and focusedCareer-Ladder minded or self-employedHow will this Training Course be Presented?This Oxford training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes both coaching and training techniques. Delegates will have an opportunity to explore their experiences and practice techniques with guidance and direction from a qualified professional Coach.
