People Management & Leadership Competency

Leading with REACH: Preparing Malaysia’s Future Leaders

Leading with REACH is a 2-day leadership programme for Malaysian managers preparing for senior roles. It develops self-awareness, interpersonal agility, and inclusive leadership skills using practical simulations and case studies to drive strategic impact.

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Course rating

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Modules Covered

Overview

Leading with REACH is a focused 2-day leadership development programme designed for high-potential Malaysian managers aiming for senior roles. Using the proven REACH framework, this programme enhances self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and leadership effectiveness across diverse organisational settings. Through practical simulations, case studies, and reflective exercises, participants develop inclusive leadership, stakeholder influence, and strategic transformation capabilities.

Your Learning Outcomes

Interpret their REACH profile to build self-awareness and identify strengths and development areas.

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Adapt their leadership style to suit different team members and situations.

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Apply emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity to lead inclusively.

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Influence and align stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

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Demonstrate strategic thinking in regional business challenges.

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Lead change and communicate effectively through transitions.

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Coach team members using REACH-aligned conversational techniques.

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Create a 90-day leadership development plan for continued growth.

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Designed for

• Managers • Senior Managers • Leaders

Training Modules

Modules framework for professional development

• Set expectations, introduce the REACH framework, and prepare participants for self-discovery.

Activities: Icebreaker, programme overview.

• Deepen self-awareness by understanding personal leadership preferences through the REACH assessment.

Activities: REACH debrief (individual and group), reflective exercises.

• Explore how each REACH style influences leadership behaviour and effectiveness.

Activities: Style mapping, role-play scenarios.

• Enhance emotional agility and recognise unconscious bias in leadership.

Activities: Personal reflection, video input, group discussion.

• Learn how to adjust leadership style based on team dynamics and situational needs.

Activities: Flexibility mapping, real-world scenario practice.

• Consolidate learning through guided reflection and peer coaching.

Activities: Leadership journaling, coaching conversations.

• Revisit key learnings from Day 1 to connect insights with Day 2 themes.

Activities: Group debrief, insight sharing

• Build influencing skills to effectively engage diverse internal and external stakeholders.

Activities: Stakeholder mapping, influence strategies, role-play.

• Transition from operational to strategic leadership thinking with regional relevance.

Activities: Case study analysis (Malaysia/ASEAN context), team discussion.

• Understand how to lead change initiatives and manage resistance using the REACH model.

Activities: Mini simulation on leading change, team reflection.

• Practice in-the-moment coaching aligned with REACH leadership styles.

Activities: Coaching triads, practice conversations.

• Develop a 90-day plan for applying new leadership behaviours and strategies.

Activities: Individual planning, peer support partnerships.

• Celebrate completion and reinforce commitment to ongoing leadership growth.

Activities: Peer feedback, certificate presentation.

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Subject Matter Expert

Professor Danny Simms

Associate Professor specializing in business and leadership development with 15+ years international experience. Expert in organisational culture, capability development, and behavioural neuroscience. Holds Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Leadership and Management; certified in Emotional Intelligence and Behavioural Profiling (EQ and REACH). Known for engaging, practical training that drives transformational change and develops future-ready leaders. Experienced keynote speaker, coach, and published researcher with a focus on innovation, change management, and high-performing teams.

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RM 3,400

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All the fee is subject to 8% SST.

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