What is the First Ascent Programmes?
First Ascent Programmes are all about crafting tailored experiences that fit your unique needs. Whether it’s developing a programme in partnership or using profiling tools grounded in brain science, the focus is on driving real performance. These programmes bring leaders together through foundation events, spark inspiration with trusted venues, and offer one-to-one executive coaching to boost individual potential. It’s a comprehensive approach designed to support both individuals and teams in the fast-paced world of business training and leadership development.
Main Benefits of First Ascent Programmes
Here’s a quick snapshot of what makes these programmes stand out:
- Systems Leadership: Break down silos, influence across boundaries, and create system-wide impact.
- Graduate and Apprentice Programmes: Equip early career talent with skills, mindset, and confidence for long-term success.
- Team Performance Programmes: Harness the power of teams to drive organisational success.
- Talent Development Programmes: Tailored to unlock full potential and build critical skills.
- Bespoke Leadership Development: Customised for any industry, organisation size, or leadership level.
- The STRIDE Leadership Programme: Designed for ambitious female leaders seeking growth in a supportive environment.
- Embracing Difference: Training to foster diversity, inclusion, and a supportive workplace culture.
- Mental Health First Aid: Practical skills to listen, reassure, and respond effectively in crises.
- Human Performance and Error Management: Tools to avoid errors in quality and safety-critical environments.
- Active Bystander and Allyship Training: Learn to recognise and act against toxic workplace behaviours.
- Compliance for Non-HR Managers: Navigate performance and disciplinary challenges with expert guidance.
- Managing Grievance and Disciplinary: Build fair processes and manage issues confidently.
- Effective Frontline Management: Real-world learning to improve people and process management.
- Coaching Skills for Managers: Unlock potential and identify growth opportunities.
- VUCA Leadership: Equip leaders to thrive in Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous environments.
- Foundation Skills for New Managers: Practical, action-packed training to build confidence and competence.
- Executive Leadership Coaching: A safe space for leaders to review and enhance their performance and engagement.
Tailored Programmes That Fit Your Needs
What’s refreshing about First Ascent is the flexibility. Programmes aren’t one-size-fits-all. Instead, they’re developed in partnership, ensuring they’re uniquely tailored to what you and your organisation really need. This means every session, every tool, every coaching moment is relevant and impactful. Plus, the use of profiling tools based on brain science adds a smart edge to performance improvement.
Building Stronger Teams and Leaders
At the heart of these programmes is the belief that teams, not just individuals, drive success. Team Performance Programmes focus on harnessing collective strength, while leadership development options range from bespoke programmes to specialised tracks like the STRIDE Leadership Programme for women. It’s about creating leaders who can influence beyond their immediate roles and inspire their teams to new heights.
Creating Inclusive and Supportive Workplaces
Diversity and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords here. The Embracing Difference programme provides effective training to help organisations build supportive, inclusive cultures where everyone can thrive. Coupled with Mental Health First Aid and Active Bystander training, these initiatives foster workplaces that are not only productive but also safe and welcoming for all.
Project Impact and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 4: Quality Education – through comprehensive training and development programmes.
- SDG 5: Gender Equality – via leadership programmes like STRIDE empowering female leaders.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – by enhancing skills and leadership capabilities.
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – through diversity and inclusion training.
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being – supported by Mental Health First Aid and supportive workplace cultures.
Executive Coaching and Leadership Excellence
Executive coaching rounds out the offering by providing leaders with a confidential, supportive space to reflect on their working style and performance. It’s about creating focused plans for the future, enhancing engagement skills, and ultimately transforming leadership capability into lasting excellence. This personalised approach ensures that leadership development isn’t just theoretical but deeply practical and tailored to real-world challenges.
