The Confident Project Leader: Communicate, Influence, Deliver

1. Module 1: Building the Foundation of Confidence

   8 lessons

   1. Lesson 1: What is Confidence?

      1. Defining confidence and understanding its impact on project management
      2. Activity: Self-reflection exercise on confidence barriers
      3. Confidence Building Worksheet

   2. Lesson 2 - How to Be Confident

      1. Video Lesson: Strategies to develop authentic confidence
      2. Activity: Create a personal affirmation and goal-setting worksheet
      3. Confidence-Building Strategies Quiz

   3. Lesson 3: How to Do Things Scared

      1. Video Lesson: Techniques for acting despite fear
      2. Activity: Journal exercise – “Courageous Steps” in project scenarios

2. Module 2 - Communication and Trust-Building Essentials

   9 lessons

   1. Lesson 4: Managing Tough Questions During Your Project

      1. Video Lesson: Preparing for and handling difficult questions
      2. Activity: Practice responses to common challenging questions
      3. Resource: Tough questions response guide

   2. Lesson 5: How to Build Trust with Your Team

      1. Video Lesson: Establishing rapport and mutual respect
      2. Activity: Team-building scenario exercises
      3. Assessment: Quiz on trust-building techniques

   3. Lesson 6: How to Communicate Effectively

      1. Video Lesson: Active listening and effective messaging
      2. Assessment Communication style quiz
      3. Resource: Adapting Communication Styles Guide (Downloadable PDF)

3. Module 3: Managing Workplace Dynamics and Challenges

   8 lessons

   1. Lesson 7: Dealing with Type A Managers

      1. Video Lesson: Strategies for working with assertive personalities
      2. Activity: Case study with response practice

   2. Lesson 8: How to Deal with Negative Feedback

      1. Video Lesson: Constructive response techniques
      2. Activity: Practice responding to mock feedback scenarios
      3. Assessment: Quiz on handling criticism positively

   3. Lesson 9: Staying Focused on Your Project

      1. Video Lesson: Tips for maintaining focus under pressure
      2. Activity: Distraction management worksheet
      3. Resource: Focus-building checklist

4. Module 4: Maintaining Composure and Building Professional Resilience

   9 lessons

   1. Lesson 10: How to Maintain Composure and Calmness

      1. Video Lesson: Stress management and maintaining calm under pressure
      2. Activity: Mindfulness exercises for composure
      3. Resource: Calmness and composure quick-reference guide

   2. Lesson 11: How Your Skills Keep You Employed

      1. Video Lesson: Leveraging project management skills for career security
      2. Activity: Career mapping and skill inventory exercise

   3. Lesson 12: Building Trust with Co-Workers

      1. Video Lesson: Strategies for building cross-departmental relationships
      2. Activity: Networking and relationship-building checklist

   4. Lesson 13: How to Find Support and Get Technical Questions Answered

      1. Video Lesson: Identifying mentors and finding answers to technical questions
      2. Activity: Creating a support network map