Overview
Leadership competencies are the integrated knowledge, skills, behaviors, and attitudes that enable individuals to lead effectively and drive sustainable results. In today’s fast-paced and complex work environment, leadership requires more than technical expertise—it demands emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, adaptability, ethical judgment, and the ability to inspire others.
This module explores the essential competencies leaders must develop to enhance personal effectiveness, build high-performing teams, and contribute meaningfully to organizational success. Participants will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to strengthen their leadership capabilities and create a continuous development plan.
Join Liezel van Arkel on 29 June 2026 from 10h00 to 12h00 as she explores the principles of adaptive leadership, using practical frameworks, real-world examples and observable leadership behaviours to demonstrate how leaders can respond more effectively in a rapidly changing world.
Learning Objectives
By attending this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Define key leadership competencies and their importance in organizational success.
- Assess personal leadership strengths and areas for development.
- Apply effective communication and interpersonal skills to influence and motivate others.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking and sound decision-making practices.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Develop a personal action plan for ongoing leadership growth.
Content
The webinar will cover the following topics:
- Understanding Leadership Competencies
- Definition and components of leadership competencies
- The difference between leadership and management
- Competency models and frameworks
- Aligning leadership competencies with organizational goals
- The impact of strong leadership on culture and performance
- Self-Leadership and Emotional Intelligence
- Self-awareness and understanding personal values
- Emotional regulation and stress management
- Empathy and social awareness
- Building resilience and adaptability
- Seeking and applying constructive feedback
- Communication and Influence
- Active listening techniques
- Clear, concise, and persuasive communication
- Delivering constructive feedback
- Managing difficult conversations
- Influencing stakeholders without formal authority
- Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making
- Systems thinking and big-picture perspective
- Data-informed decision-making
- Risk assessment and problem-solving approaches
- Balancing short-term execution with long-term strategy
- Leading through uncertainty and change
- Building and Leading High-Performing Teams
- Establishing trust and psychological safety
- Setting clear expectations and accountability
- Delegation and empowerment
- Coaching and mentoring team members
- Encouraging collaboration and innovation
- Ethics, Accountability, and Integrity
- Ethical decision-making principles
- Leading by example
- Holding oneself and others accountable
- Promoting transparency and fairness
- Reinforcing organizational values
- Continuous Leadership Development
- Creating a personal leadership development plan
- Setting measurable development goals
- Engaging in continuous learning opportunities
- Leveraging mentorship and coaching
- Reflective practices and growth mindset
About the Presenter
Liezel van Arkel
Liezel completed an undergraduate degree in law at the University of Pretoria in 1995, and an MBA through Edinburgh Business School (Cum Laude) in 2010. She founded and ran her own retail business for 11 years. After selling that business in 2011, Liezel started a new career with WorldsView Academy.
Initially leading the consulting division, she became a shareholder and served as CEO from 2016-2025. Now in a senior partner role, Liezel brings a broad and practical understanding of entrepreneurialism, intrepreneurialism, and contemporary business issues to her work.
Liezel’s passion for everything Organisation Development is evident in her work, and she believes her strongest talent lies in working with groups, especially team and leadership development. She has worked on many consulting and development projects in many different industries including financial institutions, hospitality, FMCG and Higher Education.
Areas of interest include Organisational Culture, the Enneagram, Business Acumen, Business Partnering, Management, Leadership and Team Development.
Who Should Attend?
The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar:
- HR practitioners
- Line managers and supervisors
- Consultants and facilitators
- Recent graduates entering the OD or HR field
- Individuals seeking to build change-leadership capability
Price
- R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual.
- Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)
- Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)
- Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users)
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Additional Material
By attending this webinar you will be provided with:
- A summarised slide presentation.
- Reference documents and / or course material where available.
- You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar
Corporate Training Solutions
At the Academy for Organisational Change (AOC), we recognise the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. We provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in Organisational Development and Change. Whether you're looking for online sessions or structured virtual learning, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.
Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We bridge theory and practice with intentional design, equipping students with tools, frameworks, and competencies they can apply immediately in organisational settings.
Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at leonard@organisationalchange.co.za or call 010 880 3980. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organisational goals.
Contact Us
Have any questions or need any assistance? Contact us today!
- Phone: 010 880 3980
- E-mail: registrar@organisationalchange.co.za