Executive Summary

Political quotient involves understanding and effectively engaging with the informal networks, power structures, and cultural nuances within a workplace or organization.
When you take a closer look at today’s competitive corporate environment, you immediately realize that traditional intelligence (IQ) and emotional intelligence (EQ) are no longer sufficient for climbing the corporate ladder. The Political Intelligent(PI) or Political Quotient (PQ) – the ability to navigate and influence the political landscape of your organisation – is the key differentiator for successful leaders and managers. Our comprehensive virtual webinar, "The PQ: Navigating the Corporate Ladder," delves deep into the interconnected nature of PQ, IQ, and EQ, providing you with the tools and strategies needed to effectively manage and leverage organisational dynamics to achieve career success.
According to a study by the Center for Creative Leadership, executives with high political skills were 27% more likely to be seen as effective leaders and 22% more likely to be promoted than their peers​ (O'Reilly Media)​.

Key Benefits

Who Needs This Course

● Aspiring Leaders: Those looking to move up the corporate ladder and assume leadership roles.● Current Managers: Managers seeking to enhance their influence and effectiveness within their teams and organisations.● Executives: Senior leaders aiming to refine their strategic political skills for better organisational navigation.● HR Professionals: Human resources professionals who need to understand and manage organisational politics to support their roles.● Career Coaches: Coaches who guide others in career development and need a deeper understanding of the importance of PQ.

What You Will Learn

● Introduction to PQ: Understanding the concept of Political Quotient and its importance in the corporate world.● IQ, EQ, and PQ – The Triad of Success: How IQ contributes to cognitive abilities and technical skills, the role of EQ in managing emotions and interpersonal relationships, and integrating PQ to navigate organizational politics.● Building Political Intelligence: Identifying and mapping power structures within your organization, strategies for building and leveraging networks, and developing political awareness and acumen.● Practical Applications of PQ: Case studies of successful political navigation, techniques for influencing and persuading others, and managing and resolving conflicts with political skill.● Advanced PQ Strategies: Leading with political intelligence, using PQ for strategic decision-making, and creating a positive political environment.● Personal Development: Self-assessment tools for measuring and improving your PQ, and crafting a personal development plan to enhance your PQ, IQ, and EQ.

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