• Apply practical outcome-driven strategic thinking and problem solving models
• Explore a structured systems thinking approach to analysing problems and formulating strategy
• Understand your role as a leader in empowering others to solve problems
• Overcome common roadblocks to strategic thinking and problem solving
Richard Farrelly
From policing the streets to coaching leaders across industries, Richard brings over 27 years of frontline experience to his work in leadership and culture. Having led teams in high-stakes environments, he knows what it takes to build trust, shape values and drive meaningful change. At Victoria Police, he modernised organisational values and facilitated leadership programs for more than 4,000 employees. Today, Richard works with leaders to strengthen communication, shift mindsets and uncover the untapped potential within teams. He has a talent for turning everyday challenges into catalysts for growth.
Leadership Expert & Executive Coach
Head to Head Leadership Development, Coaching and Facilitation
Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving
- Assess the impact of the current context on the VPS
- Explore strategic thinking in executive leadership
- Address emerging challenges effectively
Enhancing your Decision-Making
- Discover cognitive principles and tools
- Address common limitations and challenges
- Utilise strategy to enhance capabilities
Advanced Problem Solving
- Objectively collect and evaluate evidence
- Explore reason-based approaches
- Apply rational and creative tools and techniques
Leading and Influencing Others
- Engage stakeholders to identify and solve problems
- Integrate diverse perspectives and build consensus
- Resolve conflict in group problem solving
Richard Farrelly Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Head to Head Leadership Development, Coaching and Facilitation
Understanding the Problem
- Define and reach agreement problems
- Evaluate impacts and consequences
- Develop solution criteria and the approach to resolution
Identify and Evaluation Solutions
- Generate and evaluate solutions
- Identify opportunity through knowledge and resources
- Consider planning and team deployment
Implementing Strategy for Results
- Test solutions through prototypes and simulations
- Adopt a systematic approach
- Build engagement and embed change
Overcoming Roadblocks
- Address group-based challenges
- Navigate ‘wicked problems’
- Cultivate and maintain your new found skills
Richard Farrelly Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Head to Head Leadership Development, Coaching and Facilitation
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