🌟 Introducing the HR 101 Leadership Launchpad Series 🌟

Are you a Line Manager or an aspiring leader in a small to medium business? Our HR 101 Leadership Launchpad Series is designed just for you! This programme is your gateway to gaining essential knowledge and skills in managing and leading people effectively.

Over the course of five sessions, spread across four key topics, you'll dive into practical, interactive workshops led by an industry expert. These sessions are rooted in good practice principles and tailored to fit within NZ legislation. Each session is crafted to provide you with tangible tools and insights that can be applied immediately to your leadership role. 🚀

Session Important Information

Sessions are held on Fridays from 9 am to 12 noon (dates below).
Each session is priced at $285 + $30 materials fee (excluding GST)
Register for all five sessions and get 10% off

Professional Presenter

Joy Kuhns is our industry expert for this seminar series. Joy is a seasoned leadership consultant with EQ Consultants, boasting a rich history of managing small companies in Silicon Valley and working extensively in education in New Zealand. Her impressive background includes ten years at NASA Ames Research Center and leadership roles in various sectors. Joy's passion is to enable individuals and businesses to thrive through practical and applied work grounded in Herrmann Whole Brain® Thinking and Genos Emotional Intelligence tools.

Session Specifics

AUGUST 2ND

1. Recruitment & Selection

Develop the skills to attract candidates who fit your organisational values. This session introduces the concept of an Employee Value Proposition (EVP) to enhance your recruitment strategy. Gain practical experience with a skills matrix for assessing candidates and learn how to conduct effective interviews and tests. Additionally, you'll cover key principles within NZ employment legislation to make informed hiring decisions.

AUGUST 23RD

2. Induction & Retention

Improve your retention rates by creating a seamless onboarding experience for new employees. This session guides you through developing your unique EVP and building an induction programme that fosters long-term engagement. You'll leave with a practical four-stage programme tailored to your organisation, ensuring new hires feel like they belong from day one.

SEPTEMBER 13TH & 20TH

3 & 4. Effective Performance Management Part 1 & 2

Navigate the complexities of performance management with confidence. Over two sessions, you'll delve into effective communication techniques, aligning staff with your organisation’s vision, mission, and purpose. Learn contemporary approaches to feedback, including measurement and resourcing, and tackle challenging situations like lateness and performance gaps. Gain hands-on practice with Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and learn how to conduct difficult conversations with confidence.

OCTOBER 11TH

5. Leadership Taster

Unlock your potential to inspire and lead. This session focuses on self-discovery and personal development, helping you understand and improve your leadership style. Use tools to enhance your emotional intelligence and gain insights through a pulse survey. Practice effective communication strategies for challenging situations, ensuring you can support and motivate your team through any circumstance.

Join us in August for the first session and start your journey towards becoming a more effective and impactful leader. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership toolkit and bring new insights to your organisation!