Mental Agility for Leaders: Motivation in the Face of Adversity

Leading with Clarity and Resilience in Uncertain Times

Mental Agility for Leaders – Motivation in the Face of Adversity is a one-day workshop designed for Business Owners, Business Unit Heads, and Managers who aim to lead effectively through challenging circumstances. In today’s rapidly evolving and unpredictable business environment, mental agility has become essential. This workshop equips participants with practical tools and mindsets to maintain clarity, strengthen leadership presence, and drive performance amidst uncertainty. Through a mix of theory, real-world case studies, and interactive exercises, leaders will explore strategies to navigate change, overcome setbacks, and harness adversity as a catalyst for growth.

Building Resilience and Sustained Motivation

Participants will gain both tangible and intangible benefits. Tangible outcomes include actionable strategies to stay focused and motivated, enhanced team leadership techniques, and a personalised action plan tailored to their unique business challenges. On a deeper level, attendees will develop greater self-confidence, emotional resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose. Key topics covered include mastering the change curve, bouncing back from disruptions, and emerging stronger after adversity. Whether you’re navigating organisational change or seeking to boost your leadership impact, this workshop empowers you to lead with confidence and agility.

By the end of the workshop, you will be able to: 

• Analyse and respond effectively to different stages of the change curve. 
• Identify personal and team strengths to navigate adversity. 
• Develop actionable strategies to maintain motivation and resilience. 
• Build a growth mindset to transform challenges into opportunities. 
• Apply tools for sustaining mental agility in dynamic environments.

Learning Methodology 

• Interactive Lectures: Brief theory sessions with real-world examples. 
• Group Discussions: Peer sharing of experiences and solutions. 
• Case Studies: Analysis of real-life scenarios for practical application. 
• Role-Playing: Simulating challenging leadership scenarios. 
• Reflection Exercises: Individual activities to develop self-awareness. 
• Action Planning: Creating personalised strategies for post-workshop 
• implementation.

This course is perfect for:

• Business Owners 
• BU Heads 
• Senior Managers, Managers  
• Present and Aspiring Leaders 

“Amazing engagement and wasn’t boring. Hands-on practical for better absorption of knowledge."

“Very practical and useful in our day-to-day activities."

“Thanks for sharing your wonderful insights with me then! Overall, I enjoyed your class!”

Andrew Yong – Advocate of Balanced Leadership and Organizational Excellence

Andrew Yong brings over 30 years of experience in corporate leadership, with a track record of managing teams of up to 500 members. As an Associate Trainer and certified WSQ Adult Educator (ACLP), Andrew specializes in delivering impactful training programs designed to equip professionals with essential soft skills and leadership expertise.

Andrew’s extensive career spans roles in the civil service and major corporations, where he developed an in-depth understanding of people management and strategic decision-making. Known for his ability to connect with participants, Andrew tailors his workshops to meet the unique challenges of today’s workplace while emphasizing work-life integration.

He is a passionate advocate for lifelong learning and self-improvement, continuously enhancing his skill set through certifications such as Train-the-Trainer (TTT/Instructional Coaching) and a Specialist Diploma in Digital Marketing and AI Integration. Andrew's expertise also extends to delivering customized corporate training that ensures organizational relevance and competitiveness in a fast-evolving global market.

Committed to holistic well-being, Andrew promotes a balanced lifestyle as the cornerstone of leadership excellence. When he’s not delivering impactful training, Andrew can be found rejuvenating through golf and exercise, embodying the very principles of balance he advocates in his teachings.