Who is this masterclass for?

This masterclass is designed for experienced team leads and people managers who regularly interact with senior stakeholders and need to influence decision-making at higher levels.

What is this masterclass about?

Influencing stakeholders and managing up is a critical skill for people leaders/managers navigating complex team dynamics, organisational priorities, and decision-making at higher levels. The ability to gain buy-in, build credibility, and communicate persuasively is essential for people leaders/managers who want to remove roadblocks for their team and position themselves for long-term leadership success.

In this 90-minute live virtual session, you will explore practical strategies to influence senior leaders, adapt your communication style to different audiences, and navigate power dynamics effectively. Set up as a group mentoring session, you will leave with a set of actionable tools to improve your ability to manage up and drive impact.

What will you learn?

In this masterclass, you will:
✔ Discuss your real-world challenges and gain actionable insights for managing upward effectively.
✔ Discover strategies for building credibility and influencing senior leaders effectively.
✔ Take away practical techniques to influence stakeholders and manage up.

Session format & expectations

Format: Live virtual session on Microsoft Teams
Group Size: 4–8 participants for an intimate, interactive experience
Language: English
Engagement: This is a highly interactive session, including breakout room discussions and reflection exercises. Participants should ensure they can be fully present, with no distractions or competing commitments.

This masterclass is led by Catherine Clark and Ramona Fellermeier.

For any questions about this masterclass, please reach out to Ramona Fellermeier (ramona@curaspaces.com).