Leading Teams is a practical leadership course designed for emerging and mid-level managers ready to move from managing tasks to leading people. Using Susan Wheelan’s Integrated Model for Group Development (IMGD), you’ll learn how to recognize what your team needs at each stage of its growth and adapt your leadership approach accordingly.

Through real-world scenarios, peer learning, and reflection, you’ll develop the confidence to navigate conflict, foster collaboration, and create psychological safety — essential skills for leading in today’s hybrid and fast-changing work environment.

This course is ideal for new and aspiring managers, team leads, and professionals in dynamic industries who want to strengthen team trust, communication, and performance.

check New and emerging managers: who have recently stepped into leadership roles and want practical tools to lead people, not just projects.
check Skilled professionals transitioning into leadership: such as Senior Designers, Product Managers, or Operations Leads, ready to strengthen their management confidence and impact.
check Team and project leads: in fast-paced, hybrid environments who need to build trust, handle conflicts, and boost collaboration across distributed teams.

check Lead with adaptability: diagnose your team’s development stage and apply the right leadership approach at each phase.
check Build trust and safety: create an environment where people feel confident to share ideas, take risks, and collaborate openly.
check Communicate with clarity: handle conflict and feedback with empathy, confidence, and transparency to strengthen team dynamics.
check Grow as a leader: develop self-awareness, resilience, and long-term habits that support your ongoing leadership journey.

Leadership & Team Foundations expand_more expand_less

Understanding leadership and its evolution.
The role of social dynamics in leadership.
Team development and the leader’s role.
Stage 1 Leadership: Providing structure and psychological safety.

Navigating & leveraging Team Friction expand_more expand_less

Navigating conflict and understanding human needs.
Responding vs. reacting in leadership situations.
Stage 2 Leadership: Facilitating alignment and addressing conflicts.
Encouraging feedback, active listening, and team culture development.

Adaptive Leadership & High-Performing Teams expand_more expand_less

Intro to situational leadership.
Case work: How would you design, plan a 3h meet up with the team, based on a case (use toolbox as reference).
Feedback Intro.
Disarming feedback through the ACE framework.
Practicing feedback in triads on the group case work.

Integrating & Sustaining Your Leadership Growth expand_more expand_less

Identifying your key takeaways and leadership insights.
Applying new tools and strategies in your daily leadership practice.
Defining your leadership growth plan: habits, roles, and responsibilities for the next six months.
Sustaining impact and continuous development.

Frameworks, Methods & Tools expand_more expand_less

Integrated Model for Group Development (IMGD).
Thomas-Kilmann Conflict response Instrument.
Brain-based Feedback Framework.
Openness & Trust Model.
Situational Leadership.
Reflection as a Leadership tool.
GROW Coaching.

Team Psychology & Development

Get a deep understanding of team development stages and learn how to assess and diagnose where your team is in its journey. Apply targeted leadership strategies to support team growth and effective collaboration.

Situational Leadership

Develop the ability to adapt your leadership style based on your team’s needs and challenges. Learn how to shift from directive to participative leadership as your team matures, ensuring alignment with their current stage of development.

Feedback and Communication

Master the skills required to create a culture of open and constructive communication. Develop the ability to provide impactful feedback, facilitate difficult conversations, and build trust.

Conflict Resolution & Facilitation

Learn how to navigate and facilitate conflict effectively by recognizing underlying needs and tensions within your team. Develop the confidence to facilitate productive conversations, resolve disputes, and create a culture where differing perspectives lead to innovation rather than discord.

Self-Leadership

Build a strong foundation of self-awareness, resilience, and personal leadership practices. Learn to cultivate habits that support your growth, manage stress effectively, and develop a leadership philosophy that aligns with your values and strengths.

Chris has a background in leadership development, having worked with leaders & teams across the world ranging from tech start-ups to finance and business. He has a breadth of experience from London and Washington DC in public affairs, business development and various NGOs which guide his approach to designing values-led, presence-centred and purpose-driven learning experiences.

Chris McGee

As a leader, process designer and facilitator at Hyper Island, Pär has extensive experience of leading and supporting change initiatives in international companies. After 15 years in various HR roles, Pär also has a very good understanding of the challenges that managers face today and what managerial- and leadership capabilities that needs to be cultivated to successfully meet those challenges.

Pär Hellstadius

"I found the course to be highly experiential. I enjoyed the design of the journey, which was emotional and built on deep connections. It exceeded my expectations in every way, particularly as I didn’t know much about Hyper Island prior to joining. My experience helped to ‘validate’ the course/product for me and I was positively surprised."

Domenico Dargenio

Consultant at Dardo Consulting

"Before taking the course I had been interested in the subject and studied bits and pieces here and there, so it was luxurious to be able to just enjoy the ride and suck in all the information. Most of what I learned I use at work daily. The course was an awesome experience for me."

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Nina Enroth

Account Director and Change Consultant at Ellun Kanat

"Each chapter of the course was crafted in a very purposeful way. Going into this with a growth mindset was key because it allowed me to be totally open to new ideas and approaches. Regardless of how much experience another course member had, there seemed to always be something to learn from each other."

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Liam James

Copywriter, Voice Over Artist & Storytelling Strategist

How do the online courses work? add remove

Our online courses consist of weekly live sessions and some independent work in between to help reinforce your learning and connect with instructors and peers.

Do I need to attend live sessions? add remove

We strongly recommend it! The live sessions are where you’ll engage in discussions, ask questions, and apply what you’ve learned. Recordings are available if you can’t make it.

How much time should I set aside each week? add remove

Plan for 3–5 hours per week, including one live session, readings, and hands-on exercises. You’ll find the exact schedule in the course syllabus.

What platforms or tools do you use? add remove

We use Google Meet for our live sessions and provide all course materials via email or a shared learning space.

Will I get a certificate? add remove

Yes! You'll receive a certificate within 1-2 weeks of completion if you participate in the live sessions and complete all required coursework.

Is the course suitable for teams? add remove

Absolutely, it’s designed to work well for both individuals and teams. If you're looking for a more private experience or tailored solutions for your team or organization, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

What support is available during the course? add remove

You’ll have direct access to a course facilitator, tech support via email, and a community of fellow learners for peer support and collaboration.

Can my company pay with a credit card or invoice? add remove

Yes. You can register as a company and choose to pay by credit card or invoice. If you choose an invoice, you’ll receive a payment link to pay by bank transfer or card.

Is there a possibility for a payment plan? add remove

The course must be paid in full before you begin. However, if you require multiple invoices, we can accommodate that. Please get in touch with our team to discuss the options.

Are your courses Swedish government funded? add remove

No, our short courses are not government funded or CSN-approved. They’re offered independently and are not part of Sweden’s state-subsidized education system. However, many participants have their fees covered by their employers, and we can provide an invoice or supporting documentation to make that process easier.

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