02 Oct 2024

The Managers Toolbox: Skills for effective leadership

Enhance team effectiveness through practical tools for association managers

Unlike typical corporate environments, associations often operate with limited resources, diverse member needs, and a mission-driven focus, which can result in a lack of training and development opportunities for managers. This Talk provides practical tools to enhance team effectiveness, streamline communication, and foster a culture of continuous innovation. Listen to Sophie Webber, Head of Training and Events at GAFTA, sharing valuable techniques to build high-performing teams. She equips you with strategies that can be implemented within resource-constrained environments.

This Talk offers a practical look at how to improve your effectiveness as a manager and help ensure continued innovation and growth for you and your association. It covers crucial issues such as working styles, communication, team dynamics, and staff retention, with a specific focus on:

  • Building and maintaining a high-performing team
  • Achieving Work-Life Balance: techniques to balance your personal workload with the demands of leadership
  • Strategies to effectively manage and overcome obstacles with your team