Flexibility at Work course
In this course you learn how to strengthen flexibility and resilience in employees, teams and the organisation. You also discover how to embed this in the culture.
NRTO quality mark
- Strengthen flexibility and resilience in your team
- Practical techniques and a scientific basis
- Classroom-based or in-company, in small groups
- Work towards a concrete action plan
- Experienced trainer and Learnit certificate
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Change is the rule rather than the exception in the workplace. You will learn how, as a manager, you can make room for flexibility and how to bring employees and teams along in continuous change.
Description
Flexibility has been in the top five most sought-after competencies for years. Agile working, new technology and rapidly changing markets call for employees who adapt readily, stay engaged and perform well under pressure. For you as a manager, that raises the question: how do you encourage that adaptability without burning your people out?
On the first day you delve into the science behind flexibility. You examine why old patterns no longer work, what a flexible mindset involves and which characteristics flexible employees share. Day two is about practice: which organisational and technological preconditions do you need, and which management skills help you to embed flexibility in the culture?
At the end of the second day you will have a concrete outline for an action plan that you can put to work straight away in your own team or organisation.
Topics
- Flexibility as a much sought-after competency and the science behind it
- The flexible mindset and characteristics of flexible employees
- How to become and stay flexible as a manager yourself
- The new way of working and its impact on employees
- The relationship between organisational structure, culture and flexibility
- Preconditions for a flexible organisation
- Competencies and roles of flexible employees
- Sharpening personal leadership
- From a reactive to a proactive working attitude
- Setting goals for flexible working
- Developing and supporting employees
- Building flexible teams and strengthening collaboration
- Techniques for dealing smoothly with change and difficult situations
Result
Afterwards you will know why flexibility is in such demand and what it delivers for employees, teams and the organisation. You will recognise the characteristics of a flexible mindset, you will be able to create the right conditions for a flexible working environment and you will know how to encourage a proactive working attitude. You will be able to sharpen your personal leadership, develop flexible teams and give your employees techniques for dealing with change smoothly. You will leave the course with a concrete outline for an action plan for your own organisation.
Target audience
This course is intended for managers, change managers and transformation managers who want to help their employees and teams develop greater flexibility and resilience. HR professionals and project leaders responsible for change processes will also get a great deal out of it.
Teaching method
You take the course in a classroom setting or in-company, in a small group and guided by an experienced trainer. Theory and practical exercises alternate, so that you apply what you have learned to your own situation straight away. You work towards a concrete action plan for more flexibility in your team or organisation. Afterwards you receive a Learnit certificate of participation.
Prior knowledge
No specific prior knowledge is required. Some experience with managing people or guiding changes helps you to translate the material directly into your own practice.
Practical information
- Number of days
- 2 days
- Course times
- from 10 am to 5 pm
- Teaching hours
- 12 hours
- Education level
- Suitable for all levels
- Preparation time
- None
- Included
- Course materials and lunch on site
- Certificate
- At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance
Language
The course is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer speaks English. English-language course materials can be used. If at least 3 participants register, the course can also be given entirely in English.
This course for your team?
Plan your own group on a date that suits you, at your office, at our premises or online. We tailor the content to your day-to-day work, and training a whole group is cheaper than individual bookings.
- Your date and location
- Tailored content
- Multiple groups or an academy are also possible
- More than 25 years' experience
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What others say about this course
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"Enjoyable, practical course."
Training formats
Classroom
2 days€ 1250,-- Pleasant venue with a good trainer
- Small groups
- Inspiring and motivating
In-company
Bespoke trainingOn request- 100% for your group
- Bespoke training
- At your place or ours
Workshop
Up to 4 hours for groupsOn request- Suitable for events
- Interactive and inspiring
- Large groups too
Private training
At our place or yoursOn request- 100% just for you
- Achieve a lot in little time
- Whenever you want
Frequently asked questions
What do you learn in the Flexibility at Work course?
You learn how to strengthen the flexibility and resilience of your employees, teams and organisation. You gain insight into the flexible mindset, the preconditions for a flexible organisation and the management skills you need for this. You work towards a concrete action plan for your own practice.
Who is the Flexibility at Work course intended for?
The course is intended for managers, change managers and transformation managers. HR professionals and project leaders responsible for change processes are also very welcome.
Do I need any prior knowledge for this course?
No specific prior knowledge is required. It does help if you have experience of managing people or guiding change, so that you can apply the material directly to your own situation.
How is the course structured?
The course consists of. Day one focuses on the science behind flexibility: why old patterns do not work, what a flexible mindset involves and which characteristics flexible employees share. Day two is about practice: preconditions, management skills and techniques for embedding flexibility in your culture.
Do I receive a certificate on completion?
Yes, afterwards you receive a Learnit certificate of participation.
Can I also follow the course in-company?
Yes, the Flexibility at Work course can be taken both in a classroom setting and in-company. For in-company courses we tailor the content to the specific situation and objectives of your organisation.
What exactly is flexibility at work?
Flexibility at work is the ability to adapt smoothly to changing circumstances, new tasks, different colleagues or unexpected situations. It is a combination of mindset, behaviour and skills. Flexible employees remain engaged and effective, even when the context changes.
Why is flexibility so much in demand among employers?
Because of agile working methods, technological developments and rapidly changing markets, organisations are under constant pressure to move. Flexible employees make that movement possible. They are more resilient, deliver better results and help the organisation stay future-proof. That is why flexibility has been among the top five most sought-after competencies for years.
What is the difference between flexibility and resilience?
Flexibility is about adapting to new situations: different work, different roles or new technology. Resilience is about recovery: the ability to regain your balance after a setback or a stressful period. The two reinforce each other. Someone who is resilient can cope with more change and can therefore respond more flexibly.
How do you encourage a proactive working attitude in your team?
A proactive working attitude arises when employees are given room to contribute ideas, take ownership and show initiative. As a manager you support this by setting clear goals, giving trust, coaching on responsibility and setting a good example yourself. In the course you learn concrete techniques to set that movement in motion.
Which conditions does a flexible organisation need?
A flexible organisation has a suitable structure, a culture that encourages learning and change, and technology that makes remote collaboration possible. Clear frameworks, trust and room to experiment are also essential. During the course you examine which preconditions in your organisation still need strengthening.
What does the Flexibility at Work course cost?
You can find the current price at the top right of this course page, along with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.