Introduction

In today’s rapidly evolving professional landscape, Authentic Leadership has emerged as a transformative leadership model that empowers individuals to lead with integrity, transparency, and purpose. Training course on Authentic Leadership is strategically designed to help leaders at all levels harness their inner values, communicate effectively, build trust-based relationships, and create sustainable impact within their organizations. With a focus on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and ethical decision-making, this course helps participants build genuine connections and a people-centered culture.

Whether you are a business leader, team manager, HR professional, or entrepreneur, this immersive training program offers a robust framework to cultivate your authentic leadership capabilities. Through evidence-based techniques, interactive case studies, and practical learning modules, participants will not only understand the core principles of authentic leadership development but also gain actionable insights to apply in real-world situations to influence, inspire, and drive positive change.

Programme Curriculum

Training Course on Authentic Leadership

Introduction

Course Objectives

Understand the core principles of authentic leadership theory.
Develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence for impactful leadership.
Foster transparent communication and build organizational trust.
Recognize the power of values-driven decision-making.
Learn techniques for inclusive leadership and team empowerment.
Apply authentic leadership in remote and hybrid work environments.
Strengthen resilience and adaptability as a modern leader.
Build long-term influence through ethical leadership.
Address challenges and conflicts with empathy and honesty.
Cultivate diverse leadership styles for cross-functional success.
Explore tools for authentic storytelling and leadership branding.
Implement strategies for employee engagement and retention.
Enhance leadership legacy and succession planning.

Target Audience

Mid-level and senior executives
Team leaders and project managers
Human resource professionals
Organizational development specialists
Emerging leaders and high-potential employees
Entrepreneurs and business owners
Executive coaches and consultants
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) officers

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Authentic Leadership

Introduction to Authentic Leadership Model
Key characteristics of authentic leaders
The psychology of authenticity in leadership
Role of personal values and purpose
Barriers to authenticity in corporate settings
Case Study: Howard Schultz's transformation of Starbucks through authenticity

Module 2: Building Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence

Assessing your leadership style and blind spots
Enhancing self-regulation and mindfulness
Tools for developing emotional intelligence (EQ)
Navigating emotions in high-pressure situations
Cultivating presence and self-confidence
Case Study: Satya Nadella’s emotional intelligence in reshaping Microsoft culture

Module 3: Leading with Purpose and Integrity

Aligning actions with values and mission
Ethical decision-making frameworks
Accountability and integrity in leadership
Sustaining trust through purpose-driven action
Personal leadership mission statement workshop
Case Study: Patagonia’s purpose-driven leadership model

Module 4: Building Trust and Transparent Communication

Trust-building behaviors and consistency
Vulnerability and openness as leadership strengths
Active listening and feedback culture
Handling difficult conversations authentically
Creating psychologically safe environments
Case Study: Radical candor at Google under Kim Scott’s influence

Module 5: Empowering and Inspiring Teams

Coaching for performance and potential
Delegation and autonomy strategies
Celebrating team wins and individuality
Inclusive leadership for diverse teams
Aligning team goals with shared values
Case Study: Indra Nooyi’s people-first leadership at PepsiCo

Module 6: Authentic Leadership in Crisis

Navigating uncertainty with empathy
Adaptive leadership strategies
Communicating during organizational change
Prioritizing well-being and resilience
Learning from failure and feedback loops
Case Study: Jacinda Ardern’s authentic crisis leadership in New Zealand

Module 7: Personal Branding and Leadership Legacy

Developing an authentic leadership brand
Leveraging social media for thought leadership
Crafting an authentic narrative and presence
Building influence without manipulation
Designing a personal legacy action plan
Case Study: Oprah Winfrey’s brand of authentic influence

Module 8: Integration and Real-World Application

Recap of leadership growth journey
Designing an individual leadership blueprint
Peer feedback and collaborative reflection
Real-world leadership simulations
Long-term action plan and accountability
Case Study: Executive coaching cohort transformation in Fortune 500 firm

Training Methodology

Workshops, real-life case study analysis
Guided reflection
360-degree feedback tools
Personal leadership assessments
Group discussions,
Leadership simulation exercises.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Leadership Personal Development Strategy Influence

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Sep 21 2026

21 Sep — 25 Sep 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000