Effective Leadership
NCM's Effective Leadership is a dynamic, in-person 2-day class designed to enhance leadership skills, improve workplace culture, and drive measurable results. Through engaging modules, participants will explore strategies to lead with empathy, foster accountability, build high-performing teams, and retain top talent. This hands-on course includes a workbook, handouts, a USB, and a Professional Development Challenge, empowering attendees to apply their skills in real-world scenarios for lasting impact.
Class Length: 2 days
Key Objectives & Competencies:
- Understand the goals and steps of the Professional Development Challenge.
- Explore the impact of leadership on ROI, employee engagement, and attrition while leveraging empathy to inspire teams.
- Differentiate between leading and managing, focusing on leadership traits, the 4 E's, and the leadership pyramid.
- Master accountability management, including SMART goal-setting and fostering a strong workplace culture.
- Identify strategies to retain top talent and create high-performing teams by understanding employee characteristics and turnover factors.
- Develop coaching skills and conduct effective one-on-one meetings tailored to dealership scenarios.
- Practice leadership techniques through role-playing with emphasis on verbal and nonverbal communication.
- Create actionable leadership goals and measurement plans to drive professional growth.
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Effective Leadership
- Cost:
- $1,345 USD | Per Seat
- Requirements:
- None
- Recommended for:
- Departmental Managers, Planned Succession Personnel, General Managers, COOs, Managing Partners, and Dealer Principals
Course Dates & Availability
| December 15 - 16, 2025 | Toronto, ON | Available |
| January 5 - 6, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Available |
| February 17 - 18, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Available |
| March 11 - 12, 2026 | Toronto, ON | Available |
| April 7 - 8, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Available |
| May 14 - 15, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Available |
| June 23 - 24, 2026 | Toronto, ON | Available |
| July 7 - 8, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Available |
| August 26 - 27, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Available |
| October 7 - 8, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Available |
| November 23 - 24, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Available |
| December 21 - 22, 2026 | Toronto, ON | Available |
Call the NCM Institute at 866-756-2620 or complete this form for more information or to register.
Single Class: If canceled 15–30 days prior to the session, 25% of the tuition will be forfeited unless rescheduled for another date within 1 year. If canceled fewer than 15 days prior to the session, 50% of tuition will be forfeited unless rescheduled for another date within 1 year. Non-attendance without prior notification or failure to attend the course within 1 year, will result in full forfeiture of funds. Must call by 2:00PM CST the Friday before the class begins.
GMEP: A $3,000 USD nonrefundable deposit is required at time of application with balance due 14 days prior to class start. Below is the refund schedule for the remaining balance, after the non-refundable $3,000 USD deposit is deducted.
- Cancellation on or before Session 1: 100%
- Cancellation on or before Session 2: 65%
- Cancellation on or before Session 3: 30%
- No Refund will be awarded after completion of Session 3