Leadership and Management Training Course in Leeds

Managers in Leeds and across West Yorkshire are often leading fast-moving teams, demanding customers and changing priorities, while still being expected to deliver strong results.

This two-day, practical leadership and management training in Leeds gives you clear tools to set goals, give feedback, handle conflict and motivate people, so you can get the best from yourself and your team.

Delivered regularly in Leeds city centre with small groups, you'll leave with proven methods you can apply on your very next working day.

Why choose Leeds for your training

Our Leeds venue combines convenience with a relaxed canalside setting. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds is at Granary Wharf, just a few minutes' walk from Leeds station, with views over the canal and marina.

The location makes it easy to step away from everyday distractions while still being close to major offices, shops and transport links. Delegates appreciate being able to arrive by train, enjoy the waterfront atmosphere and have plenty of nearby options for coffee, lunch or an evening meal after the course.

Learning Outcomes:

• A State-of-the-art Leadership and Management training course
• Leadership skills that will inspire others to give you their best performance
• Communicate your message with greater clarity and confidence
• Time management skills training. Prioritisation, preparation and delegation
• Handle difficult people, resolve conflicts, more quickly and with less fuss
• Inspire yourself - more self-confidence and motivation
• Develop an inspirational leadership style - more motivation, optimism and confidence

Address

Corporate Coach Training Room
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds
Granary Wharf, 2 Wharf Approach
Leeds
LS1 4BR

Course Timings

• 9am Start
• 11am Tea break, fifteen minutes.
• 1pm Lunch, thirty minutes.
• 3pm Tea Break, fifteen minutes.
• 4.30pm Finish

If you arrive earlier than 9am, there is coffee / tea waiting for you.

Getting here

• Rail: Leeds station is just a few minutes' walk away via the southern entrance. Fast, frequent services run to Leeds from London, Manchester, Sheffield, York, Newcastle and many other destinations.
• On foot from the station: Follow signs for the South Bank/Granary Wharf exit. From there, it is a short, clearly signposted walk over the footbridge to DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds.
• Road: Leeds city centre is easily reached from the M1, M62 and A1(M). Follow signs towards the city centre and Leeds station; Granary Wharf is signposted nearby. There are several car parks close to the hotel.
• Bus: Many local and regional services stop near Leeds station and along nearby routes such as Neville Street and Bishopgate Street, making it straightforward to reach the venue by public transport.

What you cover on this Leeds leadership and management course

Day 1 - Morning: Leadership foundations and goal-setting

• Define what effective leadership and management mean in practice, and how they help you achieve better results through others.
• Explore your leadership style and the impression you create with your Leeds-based or remote team.
• Turn priorities into clear, motivating goals using an eight-part SMART framework you can use back at work.
• Use questioning techniques to gather accurate information, reduce ambiguity and support better decisions.
• Improve everyday communication so expectations and priorities are understood first time.

Day 1 - Afternoon: Difficult conversations, feedback and performance

• Handle conflict calmly and professionally using fact-based, rational language instead of emotion.
• Give behavioural feedback that is specific and fair, protecting confidence and self-esteem.
• Plan and rehearse difficult conversations using structured scripts and examples from your own role.
• Tell the difference between genuine obstacles and avoidable excuses, and respond appropriately.
• Use praise, appreciation and recognition to reinforce the right behaviours and support performance improvement.

Day 2 - Morning: Time management, prioritisation and delegation

• Organise your workload to focus on high-value tasks and reduce low-impact activity.
• Identify time-wasters caused by yourself, other people and systems, and agree practical ways to reduce them.
• Delegate confidently by matching tasks to people and giving clear SMART briefs.
• Manage interruptions, email and messages more effectively so you protect time for leadership and planning.

Day 2 - Afternoon: Emotional leadership and lasting change

• Strengthen emotional self-management so you stay composed under pressure and set the tone for your team.
• Understand how attitudes and beliefs drive behaviour and results, and how to build a positive team culture.
• Create a simple personal action plan so the skills from this Leeds management training turn into long-term habits.