Public Leadership Development Courses

Empower your people to take control of their own success.

Self Leadership is a practical, research-based virtual workshop that equips individual contributors with the mindset and skillset to take initiative, seek support when needed, and pursue meaningful goals. Built on the globally recognised SLII® model, this programme helps participants shift from being responsive to responsible, solicit constructive feedback, problem-solve creatively, and advocate for their ideas.

By the end of the workshop, individuals will better understand how to:

• Take ownership of their development and results

• Ask for the right support at the right time

• Set and pursue clear, measurable goals

• Influence others with confidence and clarity

Designed for today’s dynamic workforces, this virtual workshop spans three engaging and interactive 2‑hour sessions:

When:  Monday 18 August, Wednesday 20 August & Friday 22 August

Time:  12:30 PM – 2:30 PM (NZT)

Location:  Virtual via Zoom

Trainer:  Dave Cordery is a Consulting Partner and Master Trainer passionate about transforming leadership and unlocking both personal and organisational potential.

Empower your managers with impactful coaching skills.

Coaching Essentials is a practical, research-based programme designed to shift managers from managing tasks to coaching people—enhancing productivity, trust, autonomy, and business results. Rooted in the four-step coaching process and aligned with International Coaching Federation competencies, this virtual-led workshop develops the mindset, structured approach, and essential skills—Listen to Learn, Inquire for Insight, Tell Your Truth, and Express Confidence—that enable meaningful, growth-focused conversations.

Through a blend of pre-work, real-world scenarios, practice conversations, peer coaching, and follow-up digital micro-activities, participants gain hands-on experience applying each coaching skill in real time.

By the end of the workshop, managers will be taught to confidently:

• Embed a coaching mindset in everyday interactions
• Guide focused, structured conversations that accelerate performance and development
• Cultivate autonomous, self-reliant team members
• Strengthen engagement, retention, and bench strength through a coaching culture

Delivered virtually across three highly interactive 2‑hour sessions, the programme unfolds as follows:

When: Tuesday 26 August, Wednesday 27 August & Thursday 28 August

Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM (NZT) each day

Location: Virtual, via Zoom

Meet the Trainers – Co-Hosted by Marina Shearer, who has 30 years experience as a facilitator and coach, based in Waiau, North Canterbury, Marina's expertise is in Leadership Development, Social Emotional Intelligence and Communication, and Tim Waite, based in Hāwera - he’s proud to bring world-class leadership programmes to his local community, making sure small business owners have the same opportunities as larger corporates.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

Help your managers succeed—wherever they are—by building the skills to balance relationships with results.

Blanchard Management Essentials is a world-class leadership programme, now delivered in a dynamic virtual format for New Zealand-based managers. Ideal for upskilling new managers or sharpening the skills of more experienced leaders, this practical course is grounded in the principles of The One Minute Manager® and introduces the Four Core Conversations model alongside the Four Essential Skills—providing a simple, powerful framework for managing people and performance.

The workshop helps leaders confidently answer the three key questions their team members are always asking:

• What do I need to do? (Goal Setting Conversation)
• Am I on the right track? If not, what do I need to change? (Praising and/or Redirecting Conversations)
• How did I go with that task or project, and what can we learn? (Wrapping Up Conversations)

This virtual delivery makes it easy for managers to access practical, proven tools while maintaining productivity in their day-to-day roles. It's leadership training that meets people where they are—while helping them grow into where they want to be.

Delivery Format:  Delivered virtually over three, 2hr facilitator-led sessions, participants explore the mindset of a successful manager and actively practise their new skills in breakout groups using real-life examples brought by the group. The format makes the learning relevant, personal, and immediately applicable—without the need to be in a physical classroom.

Workshop Schedule:
Delivery: Monday 8th, Wednesday 10th, Friday 12th September 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (NZT) each session
Location: Online via Zoom

Trainer:  Dave Cordery is a Consulting Partner and Master Trainer passionate about transforming leadership and unlocking both personal and organisational potential.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

Build stronger communication and collaboration—especially under pressure.

Conversational Capacity is a practical, research-based virtual workshop designed to help individuals and teams engage in open, balanced dialogue—even when emotions run high or the stakes are significant. Based on the work of Craig Weber, this programme equips participants with tools to stay candid and curious in challenging conversations, fostering more effective communication, decision-making, and collaboration across all levels of an organisation.

Delivered over three interactive 2-hour sessions participants will learn to:

• Recognise and manage the forces that derail effective conversations

• Balance candour and curiosity to keep discussions productive

• Create psychologically safe environments where people feel heard and respected

• Build team alignment and shared understanding, even during conflict or change

Facilitated virtually, this workshop combines expert guidance with practical activities and peer discussions to ensure learning is relevant, engaging, and immediately applicable.

When:  Monday 15th, Wednesday 17th & Friday 19th September 2025

Time:  10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (NZT)

Location:  Virtual via Zoom

Trainer:  Dave Cordery is a Consulting Partner and Master Trainer passionate about transforming leadership and unlocking both personal and organisational potential.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Deliver Legendary Service that creates lasting customer loyalty.

Legendary Service is a practical, research-backed virtual workshop designed to help individuals and teams elevate customer experience by consistently delivering service that exceeds expectations. Grounded in proven principles and behaviours, this programme empowers participants to build meaningful customer relationships, anticipate needs, and resolve issues proactively—turning ordinary interactions into memorable moments that drive loyalty and growth.

Delivered over three interactive 2-hour sessions participants will learn to:

• Understand the key elements that define legendary service

• Apply behaviours that create positive emotional connections with customers

• Anticipate and respond effectively to customer needs and concerns

• Build a service culture that motivates and empowers teams to deliver excellence consistently

Facilitated virtually, this workshop combines expert coaching with practical exercises and real-world scenarios to ensure learning is engaging, relevant, and immediately applicable.

When:  Tuesday 14th, Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th October 2025

Time:  10:00AM to 12:00PM (NZT) each session

Where: Virtual via Zoom

Meet the Trainer - Marina Shearer Marina has 30 years experience as a facilitator and coach, and is based in Waiau, North Canterbury.  Marina's expertise is in Leadership Development, Social Emotional Intelligence and Communication.

Download the Programme Overview here