Lateral Leadership at Eye Level
Gain commitment and achieve goals
Lateral Leadership - Leading at Eye Level
In today’s work environment, where home offices and digital collaboration change traditional hierarchies, lateral leadership is essential. “Lateral Leadership – Leading at Eye Level” focuses on using influence instead of authority and prioritizing teamwork over command.
Our innovative Commitment Game Plate concept transforms leadership in flat management structures, matrix organizations, and expert-driven settings. Learn how to go beyond traditional leadership boundaries and create a culture of shared goals and mutual success.
Learning Formats
Explore our diverse learning formats for lateral leadership, offering customizable online, offline, and hybrid options:
A comprehensive, interactive 2-day experience where you will master gaining commitment with the Commitment Game Board, enhance strategic insight, and develop effective lateral leadership skills.
We provide digital learning modules for lateral leadership, easily integrated into your LMS with SCORM packages. The 60-minute course consists of 17 concise videos and is available in multiple languages upon request.
MDI offers executive coaching through a global network of over 200 coaches,
MDI provides executive consulting through a global network of over 200 experts, offering personalized, international, and virtual sessions. Our approach is pragmatic and results-focused, utilizing techniques such as solution-focused questioning and systemic theory. Our consultants bring extensive management experience and hold relevant certifications.
In partnership with Haufe, we deliver streamlined, effective consulting through a customized digital platform, ensuring high-quality support for leadership development.
We believe in the effectiveness of integrated learning, using a mix of media and methods tailored to your company's requirements.
We create impactful learning experiences by aligning development content across all organizational levels and engaging relevant stakeholders. From our network of over 250 global trainers, we select those who are best suited to your company’s needs.
Our Learning Formats include:
- On- & Offline Training
- Workshops & Facilitation
- Consulting
- Keynotes & Masterclasses
- Networking Formats
- Side Formats
- Implementation Strategies
Our tailored solutions support leadership development and can extend to outsourcing HR development, utilizing proven methods customized to your specific challenges. Through our tailored learning pathway and the Promote platform, we ensure sustainable knowledge transfer and effective implementation in the workplace.
Get an insight into our 2-day Workshop
We offer various leadership development formats tailored for lateral leaders. Our most popular option is a two-day workshop designed for lateral leaders or experts in the field. Explore our detailed program here.
Learning Content
- Commitment Game Board: Situation analysis and strategic planning
- Key People: Authority at eye level and strategic options
- Success Factor Communication: Yin/Yang-Commitment approach
- Building Trust: Convincing others, achieving sustainable agreements
- Handling Resistance: Managing conflicts and power dynamics
Learning Objectives
- Navigate your unique role as a leader without a disciplinary power.
- Identify and analyze key success factors for implementing your initiatives.
- Use effective communication strategies to win support from your team and colleagues.
Program Process
- Preliminary Online Work: Define personal objectives and complete preparatory tasks.
- Leadership Training: Intensive 2-day workshop.
- Online Follow-Up: Engage in transfer tasks and monitoring goals.
- Participate in a follow-up webinar to review your results.
Learning Objectives & Benefits
Discover the Transformative Power of Lateral Leadership and Elevate Your Influence in a Flat-Hierarchy World
Transform into an effective lateral leader who drives change and fosters collaboration.
Ideal for a Collaborative Leadership Enthusiast
Our lateral leadership program is designed for professionals who are keen on driving projects and initiatives without relying on formal authority. It is suited for:
Staff Position Holder
Individuals in roles where influence is key.
Expert | Specialist
Specialists who lead through knowledge and expertise
Project Manager
Those coordinating cross-functional teams.
Internal Services
Professionals managing internal processes
More on the Topic
Our Book: How to Win Commitment as a Lateral Leader
Learn to strengthen stakeholder commitment, convey your project’s purpose, and build trust as a leader, regardless of your position.
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Whether you’re looking to dive into lateral leadership or haven’t found the perfect fit yet, we’re here to help. Tell us what you’re looking for, and let’s craft a learning journey tailored just for you.
