[English] Agile People Coach

 

20 Online Intensive and Interactive Sessions
(2-3 hours on Monday to Friday)

 

About The Course

In the evolving landscape of work, HR professionals and managers are expected to assume the role of coaches, equipped with essential skills in understanding human needs, behaviours, teamwork, and supporting the organization’s evolving strategy and purpose.

The Agile People Coach course is designed for individuals working within organizations, either as employees or consultants, who aspire to promote and instil agile principles and values throughout the entire company. By joining this course, you will engage in lively discussions, exchanging ideas, and finding inspiration from a community of like-minded individuals who share a common objective: fostering business agility and facilitating organizational learning and transformation by assisting HR professionals and leaders in cultivating an agile mindset.

Being an Agile People Coach encompasses more than being an Agile Coach, despite both roles requiring a fundamental grasp of agile values, tools, methods, systems theory, and organizational dynamics. The key distinction lies in the profound emphasis on people. Throughout this training program, you will acquire the skills to effectively coach individuals, helping them discover their strengths and enabling an environment that encourages collaborative performance.

Read our article about the Agile People Coach here.

Feedback from Participants in our previous Courses:

I am extremely happy and grateful for the deep content, clear visualization, profound impact, and wonderful inspiration! A huge thank you and I am glad I participated in this journey, which I hope will set a new open page in my career.

• A very well-structured course with an excellent and involved instructor.
• The course was incredibly useful, inspiring, and the trainer was extremely dedicated, patient, and supportive.
• Eleonora is very helpful, organised and experienced, assuring participants work and collaborate during the program, connecting their work matters/ experiences to course principles. But above all, the course is a memorable one: Eleonora’s personality and facilitation techniques will help participants acquire and apply the information in a real work environment.
• Inspiring teacher!
• Awesome course, Eleonora as a trainer was continuously sharing with us her deep knowledge and experience, using best practices, examples from different fields. The interaction and teamwork during the training was excellent. I am looking forward for another great course with Eleonora.
• Very comprehensive content. Regarding Eleonora, the trainer, she is very supportive and personable, always ensures that each participant will be able to make the best of their time during the session.
• It was amazing how easily Eleonora connected the most twisted concepts with real-life examples making it so much more interesting to study.

Target Audience

The Agile People Coach role is an alternative career for managers, HR professionals, Agile Coaches, and management consultants. Gain the skills to support HR and Leaders in adopting an agile mindset and driving change initiatives. Shorten your path to success in this dynamic role.

Professional Certifications

This training can lead to Professional Certifications in Business Agility Foundations, Agility in HR, and Leading with Agility with Agile People and ICAgile.

All courses can be taken individually, however for the greatest benefit we recommend this or any other combination of courses that we offer. Please get in touch for more details, @ [email protected]

 

Training Schedule

During this training program, you will engage in a series of 20 intensive and interactive online sessions, each lasting between 2 to 3 hours. These sessions will be spread over a period of 20 days, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. In the event that you are unable to attend a session, you will have the opportunity to make it up during the next course round, scheduled for a later date in 2023.

The certification fee for each ICP (e.g. ICP-BAF, ICP-AHR,ICP-LEA) course is NOT included in the course fee. To get an ICAgile certification, you need to complete the certification tasks, get it approved and after that you can buy the certificate from us.

 

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Program Content

Session B1-5 Business Agility Foundations

Session B1: The Need for Business Agility

In today’s ever-changing and complex business landscape, the ability to adapt and thrive is crucial for success. In this session, we delve into the concept of business agility as a key driver for achieving organizational goals. Explore the importance of embracing new values and principles, forming self-organizing teams, and empowering individuals with diverse perspectives. Gain a competitive edge by harnessing the power of agility in a VUCA environment. Unlock your organization’s potential for success.

Session B2: Emergent Strategy and Value Creation

Discover the power of aligning teams around a compelling purpose and creating a shared vision that inspires high performance. Gain insights into empathizing with customers to enhance their experience and maximize value creation. Learn how to make customer value visible and drive focused value creation in your organization.

Session B3: Frameworks Tools and Techniques

Learn the essence of agility and its emphasis on adapting to change. Explore customer-centricity and prioritization to deliver value efficiently. Discover how Lean StartUp and agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban can be applied beyond software development. Gain practical insights into designing processes using agile methods.

Session B4: New Ways of Thinking and Behaving

Gain insight into complex adaptive system dynamics and their role in achieving Business Agility. Learn how to navigate organizational dynamics using tools like “Polarity Management” and the “Cynefin Decision Making Model.” Explore the concept of the “Ladder of Inference” to understand and manage thinking and behavioural patterns.

Session B5: Business Agility as the New Normal

In today’s dynamic and complex business landscape, adaptability and responsiveness are crucial. We explore strategies to:

• Make sense of evolving business challenges in uncertain environments.
• Make effective decisions and take action even with limited information.
• Cultivate a conducive culture that empowers individuals to perform at their best.

Session L1-5 Agile People Leadership

Session L1 – The Why & What of Leading with Agility

Discover the changing dynamics of leadership and followership in today’s environment. Explore the misalignment between managers’ beliefs and the expectations of knowledge workers. Uncover the essential attitudes and behaviours of agile leaders. Gain insights and lead with agility!

Session L2 – Behaviors that Enable Agility

Discover the path to transformation and growth. Explore the evolution of leadership theories and their impact on various leadership styles and approaches. Gain insights into what is relevant and what needs to change in today’s dynamic landscape. Delve into the nuances of power and influence, recognizing how power dynamics are shifting. Discover the essential qualities and competencies that enhance agility

 Session L3 – Knowing & Connecting with Yourself

Unleash your leadership potential by mastering self-leadership. Gain a deep understanding of yourself and others, enabling more effective interactions. Explore mapping techniques to increase self-awareness. Discover the impact of cognitive biases and learn strategies to overcome them. Break free from leadership mind-traps and become a more impactful leader.

Session L4 – Developing & Leading Ourselves

Explore the Clear Leadership model by Gervase Bushe and develop the four selves of the Leader: Aware, Descriptive, Curious, and Appreciative. Apply these skills in real-life situations to improve communication, feedback, coaching, and conflict resolution.

Session L5 – Skillful Communication

Enhance your communication skills and build strong relationships through effective communication dynamics. In this session, dive into the power of compelling storytelling and learn how to leverage mental models and productive conversations for impactful communication. Explore different story types and narrative patterns that will help you tell compelling stories as a leader.

Session H1-5 Agile People HR

Session H1: How HR’s role is changing when we need to increase Business Agility

Session H1: How HR’s role is changing when we need to increase Business Agility

Explore the design of talent and people elements to support an Agile transition in organizations. Understand how different contexts influence the approach. Learn about job titles, competency profiles, career paths, and succession planning in Agile organizations. Discover user stories for HR and the T-shaped HR-person concept. Dive into Employee Journey mapping to address pain points. Benefit from practical examples and cases to enhance your understanding of Agile talent and people management strategies.

Session H2: How HR can use tools and practices from Agile.

Learn how Agile methodologies, such as Scrum, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, and OKRs, can be leveraged in HR. Discover user stories for HR, design talent/people processes using Agile methods, and explore real-world examples of Agile HR in action.

Session H3: Goals, Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits

Evaluate and enhance performance management practices with Agile thinking. Explore traditional and Agile-friendly incentive structures, weighing their pros and cons. Apply these insights to optimize performance management in your own environment.

Session H4: Talent Acquisition and onboarding

Design a sourcing strategy aligned with values, culture, diversity, and collaboration to acquire the right talent for organizational growth. Create an efficient onboarding experience for the seamless integration of new employees.

Session H5: Learning, Development and Employee Engagement

Learn how to support a learning mindset in teams, shifting focus from deficiencies to skill development. Explore diverse motivational tools for different contexts. Discover the changing landscape of employee engagement surveys.

Session C1-5 Deep dive into Agile People Coaching

Session C1: Agile Coaching and the Four Roles of a Coach

Explore the stances of an Agile Coach – mentoring, teaching, facilitating, and coaching, and learn to master each one for success. Understand the distinctions between an Agile Coach and an Agile People Coach and how to choose the appropriate approach based on the organization, situation, and individuals involved.

Session C2: The Agile People Coach – a new Role for HR and Managers

We explore the nine roles of the Agile People Coach and conduct a self-assessment to gauge your proficiency in these roles and identify areas for improvement. Discover the essential skills required to transition from being a regular Agile Coach, Leader, or HR professional to becoming an Agile People Coach with enhanced Agile and people skills. Gain practical knowledge through scenario-based exercises to determine the appropriate role to assume in different situations.

Session C3: Professional Coaching.

To grasp the roles of an Agile Coach and an Agile People Coach, it is important to have a foundational understanding of Professional Coaching. This session will equip you with the necessary skills to formulate and ask appropriate questions that guide individuals towards understanding what needs to be done in any given situation.

Session C4: My Motivation Profile as a base for Self-leadership

Understanding your personal motivations and unique identity is integral to your professional journey. Effective communication and the ability to comprehend the motivations and perspectives of others are crucial skills. In this session, we delve into the development of “My Washing Instructions,” a tool that explores your individual needs and their impact on your personal and professional life. Through interactive discussions, you will gain valuable insights into the diverse motivations and similarities among individuals, fostering a crucial competence for success in agile environments.

Session C5: Conflict Coaching

Explore conflict theory and the importance of balance between harmony and healthy conflict within teams and organizations. This session provides valuable insights into promoting high-performing teams by equipping you with various conflict management models. Gain a deeper understanding of conflict escalation, different types of conflicts, and effective strategies for handling conflict within a team setting. Enhance your conflict resolution skills and foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

FAQ

Do I need any pre-competence?

No prior competence is required to enrol in this online course. We adapt our approach to suit the participants’ individual levels and needs. As an added benefit, you will also gain proficiency in utilizing modern digital tools such as digital canvases, video meeting platforms, Kanban boards, and more.

How does the process look for this training?

This course will leverage virtual online tools for effective communication, learning, and interaction. To fully participate, you will need a stable internet connection and a dedicated workspace that provides a quiet background. Throughout the course, we will engage in breakout sessions using Zoom and utilize our community platform for ongoing communication between instructor-led sessions. Detailed instructions regarding the practical aspects of the course will be provided during the initial session.

Are the sessions scheduled on specific days at specific times?

The course sessions are scheduled in advance according to a predetermined yearly schedule. If you are unable to attend a session, you will have the opportunity to make it up during a later session.

After training completion, what is the process to become ICAgile Certified?

The certification process entails completing the certification assignment and responding to specific questions after each session. Once your work is finalized and approved, including any feedback provided, you will have the option to purchase your ICAgile certificate from the Agile People shop. It’s important to note that the cost of the ICAgile certificate for your completed assignment is not included in the course fee. Additionally, the certificate download will be made available directly from ICAgile.

As for the Agile People Participation Certificates, they are included in the training price upon successful completion of the course. After the course concludes, you will be able to download your Agile People Participation Certificate from the Agile People website.

Online Delivery

To facilitate interactive discussions and team exercises, we will utilize Zoom as our primary platform during the course. Mural will serve as the digital canvas for collaborative activities, while our dedicated community platform will facilitate communication between sessions.

As a participant, you will receive exclusive access to the Agile People Campus, our comprehensive Learning Management System located on agilepeople.com. This platform provides a wealth of resources, including videos, articles, documents, and case studies related to each session. It also includes direct links to all the tools used during the training. Additionally, you will have digital access to our three books, enriching your learning experience.

Please allocate an additional three hours per week for post-session work, which may include assignments and exercises. Course literature and materials will be distributed digitally to ensure easy access and flexibility. To prepare for the final session, you will complete a certification assignment during the course duration.

Course Discounts

Group Discount (Public Online)

• Enrol 2 to 4 participants for the same scheduled courses and receive a discount of 10% per person on existing course prices.
• Enrol 5+ participants for the same scheduled courses and receive a discount of 15% per person on existing course prices.
• For larger groups or to arrange private group training please contact us at [email protected]to arrange an additional quote and proposal for your organisation.

Open Classroom Training (Public In Person)

• Open classroom training is offered in a number of countries depending on interest.
• Enrol 4 to 6 participants for the same scheduled courses and receive a discount of 7.5% per person on existing course prices.
• Enrol 7+ participants for the same scheduled courses and receive a discount of 12% per person on existing course prices.

Private Group Training

We offer customized group training options for both online and on-site (In Person) delivery. To discuss your organization’s specific requirements and receive a tailored quote and proposal, please contact us at [email protected]. We are committed to providing training solutions that align with your organization’s needs and objectives.

Training Bundle

Choose from our combination packages for an impactful learning journey, whether you’re an individual, part of a team, or a group. Contact us to find out what suits you best!

Events cancellation policy

If you need to cancel your registration, please send a written notification to [email protected]. Kindly ensure that the subject line of your email includes the name of the conference or event for proper identification.

• We will refund 85% for cancellations received 60 days before the start of the event.
• We will refund 50% for cancellations received between 59 days before 31 days to the event’s start.
• We will refund 25% for cancellations received between 30 days before 15 days to the event’s start.
• We will issue no refund for cancellations received within 15 days of the event.
• You are allowed to send a colleague in your place.

Invoices are payable on 15 days Net, and must in any case be paid before the course starts!