Confident Self-Advocacy for Women Leaders
This workshop helps women in leadership roles develop the confidence and clarity needed to advocate for themselves and their contributions. Learn to communicate assertively, set healthy boundaries, negotiate effectively, and strengthen presence in professional environments.
Multiple Locations
On Request
Virtual, In-house & Classroom
1 Day
International Women's Day Special - 20% OFF
Feb 25 - March 20 | Limited Time Offer
About this course
This workshop helps women in leadership roles develop the confidence and clarity needed to advocate for themselves and their contributions. Learn to communicate assertively, set healthy boundaries, negotiate effectively, and strengthen presence in professional environments.
What you'll learn
- Communicate assertively with clarity and confidence
- Articulate your strengths, achievements, and leadership value
- Set and maintain healthy workplace boundaries
- Navigate challenging or high-pressure conversations
- Negotiate for outcomes that support your goals and growth
- Build strong leadership presence and visibility
Course Contents
Module 1: Understanding Self-Advocacy & Leadership Identity
- Defining self-advocacy and its role in leadership
- Recognizing strengths and personal leadership style
- Identifying communication barriers women commonly encounter
- Icebreaker Activity
Module 2: Confident & Clear Communication
- Assertive vs. passive vs. over-assertive communication
- Using voice, tone, and body language to project confidence
- Replacing minimizing and apologetic language
- Activity
Module 3: Setting & Maintaining Professional Boundaries
- Clarifying workload, expectations, and limits
- Saying 'no' diplomatically and professionally
- Managing emotional pressure or pushback
- Role Play
Module 4: Articulating Value & Increasing Visibility
- Communicating achievements with clarity and confidence
- Increasing visibility and strategic influence
- Presenting contributions without over-justifying
- Case Study
Module 5: Negotiating for Resources, Recognition & Opportunity
- Negotiation planning and mindset
- Advocating for pay, workload, and advancement
- Responding to objections and hesitation
- Simulation
Module 6: Handling Pushback & Challenging Dynamics
- Responding to interruptions and dismissive behavior
- Staying composed in high-pressure situations
- Reasserting authority while maintaining professionalism
- Group Brainstorm Activity
Module 7: Building Support Networks & Allies
- Leveraging sponsors, mentors, and advocates
- Networking strategically for career visibility
- Encouraging collaborative empowerment among women leaders
- Activity
Module 8: Leadership Presence & Confidence Reinforcement
- Developing a consistent leadership communication presence
- Strengthening internal confidence and authenticity
- Using feedback loops to maintain growth
- Activity
Module 9: Action Planning for Ongoing Leadership Growth
- Identifying real-world opportunities to apply skills
- Establishing confidence-building routines
- Sustaining assertive behavior and visibility
- Action Plan Review
Who Should Attend
- Women in mid-to-senior leadership roles
- Emerging women leaders preparing for greater responsibility
- Female managers and team leads
- Anyone seeking to strengthen voice, influence, and presence at work
Course Details
Delivery Method
Virtual, In-house & Classroom
Language
English
Certificate
Course Completion Certificate from Mangates
Investment
USD $750
per participant
Course Materials
Participants will receive self-advocacy frameworks, negotiation guides, and communication templates.
Prerequisites
None
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