testimonials: What did you like most about the training? • Good spirit among trainers and the trainees • The trainers encourage discussion and free expression of opinions • Experienced trainers • Teamwork outdoor activities, videos, presen- tations and role plays • Practical not theoretical • The new knowledge on leadership skills • The opportunity to re-evaluate myself through 360 Ο questionnaire • Interactivity • Local and European case studies • Structure of the training True leaders don’t create followers …they create more leaders! J. SAKIYA SANDIFER www.youngbusinessleaders.eu Young-Business-Leaders CONTACT US today to arrange a 3-hour FREE pilot seminar for your company! For more information: www.youngbusinessleaders.eu Contact details: Dr Celia Hadjichristodoulou General Manager GrantXpert Consulting Ltd YOUNG LEADERS Coordinator This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the informa- tion contained therein. Εκδοτικός Οίκος Δίας Cyprus RTU Latvia NASMB Bulgaria isob Germany ΠΑΝΤΕΙΟ ΠΑΝΕΠΙΣΤΗΜΙΟ Πάντειον Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών Greece GrantXpert Consulting Cyprus KTU Lithuania WHAT IS YOUNG LEADERS: -A comprehensive training programme entitled “Developing and Enhancing Lead- ership Skills for Young Managers in Times of Crisis: An Innovative Training Package for European Young Professionals” • A complete and innovative training programme • The only one of its kind which has been funded by the European Commission • Modern and customized to the busi- ness environment of the European and worldwide market • Pilot tested with massive success in Cy- prus, Bulgaria, Latvia and Lithuania WHICH ORGANISATIONS CAN BENEFIT? YOUNG LEADERS TRAINING PACKAGE IS AVAILABLE TO: • Companies aiming to develop and enhance their young employees’ skills • Youth organizations and associations working towards the enhancement of employability and entrepreneurial skills of young people. THREE CATEGORIES OF MANAGEMENT SKILLS: SELF BUSINESS PEOPLE Self confidence Trustworthiness Optimism Analytical decision making Strategic thinking and planning Creative problem solving Collaboration and Teamwork Interpersonal communication Motivating others Building networks and connections 7 EU partners 98 % developed new skills, knowledge and experience 105 pilot testing participants 99 % satisfied participants 100 % enjoyed taking the course 6 countries 5 languages (Greek, Lithuanian, English, Bulgarian and Latvian) 1 complete training package WHY ARE LEADERSHIP SKILLS IMPORTANT? • Competent management has proved to be one of the strongest predictors of organizational success. • In a fast changing business environ- ment, current and future leaders should be equipped with an array of skills necessary to adapt effectively and rapidly to new challenges. OUR MAIN TARGET GROUP • Management trainees • University graduates • Young professionals who want to progress to senior management positions • Young would-be and new entrepre- neurs • Youth workers. OUR MISSION: To develop better young business leaders in the future