Course Details

Objective

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Develop a deeper understanding of power, influence, and people dynamics in the oil and gas industry.
2. Strengthen communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
3. Learn to influence outcomes and navigate organizational politics ethically.
4. Build stronger relationships and drive team performance through effective leadership.
5. Apply course concepts to real-world challenges and create a plan for personal growth.

Content

Day 1: Foundations of People Effectiveness

• Introduction to People Effectiveness
  • The role of interpersonal skills in oil and gas industry success.
  • Balancing technical expertise with emotional intelligence.
  • Key attributes of effective communicators and leaders.
• Understanding Power Dynamics
  • Types and sources of power: positional, personal, and relational.
  • Exploring the ethical use of power in organizational settings.
  • Power dynamics in cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence
  • Assessing personal communication and leadership styles.
  • The importance of emotional intelligence in influencing others.
  • Building self-awareness to improve relationships and decision-making.

Day 2: Communication for Influence

• Mastering Communication Skills
  • Techniques for clear, concise, and impactful communication.
  • Active listening to foster trust and understanding.
  • Tailoring communication styles to diverse audiences.
• Conflict Resolution and Difficult Conversations
  • Identifying sources of conflict in the workplace.
  • Constructive approaches to resolving disagreements.
  • Managing emotions and ensuring positive outcomes in difficult discussions.
• Cultural Awareness and Inclusion
  • Working effectively in culturally diverse teams.
  • The importance of inclusion in building trust and collaboration.
  • Overcoming communication barriers in a globalized industry.

Day 3: Leveraging Power and Influence

• Understanding Organizational Power Structures
  • Mapping power dynamics and decision-making processes.
  • Strategies for navigating organizational politics ethically.
  • Building alliances and networks for influence.
• The Art of Persuasion and Negotiation
  • Core principles of influence: ethos, pathos, and logos.
  • Negotiation techniques for resolving disputes and reaching agreements.
  • Managing stakeholder interests and achieving win-win solutions.
• Influence Without Authority
  • Strategies to lead and influence when lacking formal power.
  • Engaging and motivating peers, subordinates, and superiors.
  • Building credibility and trust as key tools for influence.

Day 4: Driving Team Effectiveness

• Leadership Through Influence
  • Transitioning from directive leadership to influence-based leadership.
  • Inspiring and aligning teams with organizational goals.
  • Adapting leadership styles to different situations and individuals.
• Team Dynamics and Collaboration
  • Building cohesive, high-performing teams.
  • Encouraging participation, accountability, and innovation.
  • Techniques for fostering collaboration in high-pressure environments.
• Motivation and Engagement
  • Understanding the drivers of individual and team motivation.
  • Recognizing and addressing burnout and disengagement.
  • Providing effective feedback to encourage growth and performance.

Day 5: Practical Applications and Future Development

• Case Studies on Power and Influence
  • Analyzing real-world scenarios from the oil and gas industry.
  • Lessons learned from effective and ineffective leadership practices.
  • Problem-solving exercises to address common workplace challenges.
• Interactive Exercises and Simulations
  • Role-playing to practice negotiation and persuasion skills.
  • Group activities to strengthen collaboration and decision-making.
  • Real-time feedback to refine interpersonal effectiveness.
• Personal Development Planning
  • Creating a personalized action plan for continued growth.
  • Setting professional goals to enhance influence and leadership.
  • Identifying mentors and resources for long-term development.

NOTE:

Pre-& Post Tests will be conducted.

Case Studies, Group Exercises, Group Discussions, Last Day reviews, and assessments will be carried out.

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Methodology

A highly interactive combination of lectures and discussion sessions will be managed to maximize the amount and quality of information and knowledge transfer. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. You will also be encouraged to raise your own questions and to share in the development of the right answers using your own analysis and experiences.  Tests of multiple-choice type will be made available on daily basis to examine the effectiveness of delivering the course.

Very useful Course Materials will be given.

• 30% Lectures
• 30% Workshops and work presentation
• 20% Group Work& Practical Exercises
• 20% Videos& General Discussions