People-First Leadership: Building Teams That Stay and Thrive

Empowering Leaders to Build a Talent-Centric Culture

People Management for Leaders: The Art of Attracting and Retaining Talents is a powerful one-day workshop tailored for Business Owners, Business Unit Heads, and Managers who are shaping the future of their organisations through people. Based on the core belief that "People are our most valuable assets," this course highlights the critical role of talent in driving business success. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, innovation and efficiency may be the goals, but it is people who are the true catalysts. Through a dynamic blend of strategies, case studies, and hands-on activities, leaders will learn to build an organisational culture that attracts, nurtures, and retains high-performing individuals.

Strategies to Attract, Retain, and Inspire

Participants will explore practical strategies for creating an employer brand that resonates with top talent, retaining employees through engagement and trust, and cultivating leadership excellence that aligns teams with organisational goals. Tangible outcomes include tools to reduce staff turnover, increase productivity, and assess organisational appeal. Intangibly, leaders will foster stronger team relationships, gain recognition as people-first leaders, and develop the ability to create a supportive, values-driven workplace. This workshop empowers leaders to shift from managing processes to inspiring people—placing talent at the heart of long-term business success.

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

• Identify key factors that attract top talent to their organisation. 
• Create an employee-centric retention strategy that aligns with business goals. 
• Understand and apply emotional intelligence to manage diverse teams 
• effectively. 
• Build a workplace culture that fosters engagement, motivation, and loyalty. 
• Develop practical solutions to common people management challenges. 

Learning Methodology 

• Interactive Lectures: Concept delivery with real-world examples. 
• Case Studies: Analysis of successful people management practices. 
• Role-Playing: Simulated scenarios to practice new skills. 
• Group Discussions: Peer-to-peer learning through shared experiences. 
• Practical Exercises: Tools and frameworks for immediate application.

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.