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Better understand the behavior and motivation of your employees.
Manage collaboration, performance, and change more effectively.
Increase your impact as a manager with psychological insights.

Introduction

Leading professionals today requires insight into behavior, motivation, and how the brain works. Employees differ in how they act, think, and respond. The challenge is to understand what drives them and how to respond effectively to change and resistance.

In the ‘Psychology for Managers in 4 months’ training program, you will learn how to apply psychological principles to your leadership. You will gain insight into thinking patterns, motivations, and group dynamics. Under the guidance of an experienced trainer, you will develop the skills needed to increase your impact, communicate more effectively, and build lasting trust and motivation within your team.

Who is this training for?

The ‘Psychology for Managers in 4 months’ training program is designed for managers, supervisors, and professionals who want to use insights into human behavior to lead more effectively.

What makes this four-day training program unique

The ‘Psychology for Managers in 4 months’ training program combines psychological depth with practical application. You will not only understand behavior, but also learn to recognize your own patterns and translate theory directly into your leadership. Benefits of this four-day format:

  • Strengthen your ability to understand and influence behavior.
  • Apply psychological insights directly in leadership situations.
  • Build stronger motivation, connection, and effectiveness within your team.

Results

After completing this training program, you will understand the psychological and neurological mechanisms behind behavior. You will know what motivates people and how to influence group dynamics. You will respond more effectively to resistance and emotions. You will strengthen your leadership impact, improve communication, and guide employees more effectively in their development.

“A YEARTH training program is defined by a powerful blend of inspiration, meaningful content, and real personal case studies. Our goal is to turn your training into an experience that drives the highest possible results.”

Practical information

Duration
This training program is given over four days spread across four months.
Training hours
From 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Participants
Maximum of 10/12 participants.
Locations
Alkmaar, Amersfoort, Amsterdam, Apeldoorn, Arnhem, Breda, Den Bosch, Den Haag, Eindhoven, Groningen, Maastricht, Naarden, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Zwolle, Online
Participation fee
€ 2.195,- excl. VAT
Language
This training program is provided in English. We also offer this training in Dutch.

Learning objectives

Day 1

9:30 AM Start training day

  • An introduction to psychology and its relevance to your role as a manager.
  • Understanding psychological processes in your daily work environment.
  • Recognizing and understanding social group formation and team dynamics.
  • Mapping the organization and behavioral patterns within it.
  • Understanding your role as a manager from a psychological perspective.
  • Formulating personal learning goals and action points for the upcoming period.

5:00 PM End of training day

Day 2

9:30 AM Start training day

  • Providing feedback on the interim period and experiences gained.
  • Working with and managing different people and behavioral styles.
  • Understanding the psychology behind effective communication.
  • Interpreting verbal and nonverbal signals.
  • Dealing constructively with criticism and feedback.
  • Motivating others based on an understanding of their motivations and thought patterns.
  • Formulating personal learning goals and action points for the upcoming period.

5:00 PM End of training day

Day 3

9:30 AM Start training day

  • Providing feedback on the interim period and experiences gained.
  • Understanding the psychology of change within organizations and teams.
  • Recognizing the influence of unconscious thinking and behavior in change processes.
  • Understanding how expectations and values influence motivation.
  • Encouraging ownership and autonomy within your team.
  • Formulating personal learning goals and action points for the upcoming period.

5:00 PM End of training day

Day 4

9:30 AM Start training day

  • Providing feedback on the interim period and experiences gained.
  • Providing psychological guidance for employee growth and development.
  • Understanding intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.
  • Encouraging personal growth through collective learning.
  • Understanding the psychological principles behind effective and sustainable leadership.
  • Evaluating the training program and developing a personalized hands-on action plan.

5:00 PM End of training day

We also offer this training in a two-day program. See Psychology for Managers in 2 Days.

Your training program in 3 steps

  • Prior to the training program, we ask you to complete an online intake form. If you prefer to discuss your personal learning objectives in more detail, we’ll be more than happy to schedule a one-on-one intake call. Based on your learning objectives, background, and focus areas, we’ll match you with a training group with similar professionals. This way, the training will be aligned with your situation and learning objectives.

  • The four-day training program ‘Psychology for Managers in 4 months’ is spread over the course of four months. Each training day combines inspiration, theory, and practice. You alternate between plenary sessions and assignments in subgroups. This way, you will not only learn from the trainer, but also from each other.

    At the end of each training day, you discuss with the trainer whether you have achieved your learning objectives. You agree on the assignments you will carry out in the intervening period and what the focus is for the next training day. Your training program ends with a personal evaluation.

    About your trainer

    The training program is provided by an experienced trainer with extensive practical experience. Our trainers combine knowledge, analytical skills, and keen observations with a personal and positive approach. They confront you in a respectful manner, challenge you, and help you reach your full potential.

  • From the very first day of your training program, you’ll have access to the YEARTH Online Learning Platform. Here, you’ll find in-depth articles, assignments, and tools to help you put what you’ve learned into practice. You can choose where and when to study using the YEARTH app, your tablet, or computer. This allows you to get the most out of your training program and apply what you have learned in your daily practice in a sustainable way.

Your investment

My organization covers the costs

Participant fee € 2.195,
Facility fee € 50 per day € 200,
Total price excluding VAT € 2.395,

My organization is exempt from VAT

Participant fee € 2.195,
Surcharge 10% € 219,50
Facility fee € 50 per day € 200,
Total price excluding VAT € 2.614,50

I pay for the training course myself

Participant fee € 2.195,
Surcharge 10% € 219,50
Facility fee € 50 per day € 200,
Total price excluding VAT € 2.614,50

This is included in your investment:

  • Personal intake.
  • Syllabus and course materials.
  • The YEARTH certificate.
  • Year-long access to the Online Learning Platform.

VAT

The total investment excludes VAT. In some cases, a VAT exemption may be possible. In that case, the participation fee will increase by 10%. This can be beneficial for individuals and organizations that are not able to deduct VAT. Read more about VAT exemption.

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What others are saying...

The training program was interesting and varied. Working with real-life examples and hearing the different perspectives of my fellow participants made it particularly informative and relatable. The open atmosphere fostered meaningful discussions and allowed everyone to participate actively. I gained new insights that I can effectively apply in practice.

Anonymous

Thanks to his personal touch, the trainer delivered a very clear and enjoyable training program. It offered many insights, substantial content, and food for thought. It was inspiring, and I definitely recommend taking it. It provides valuable insights and practical tools for managers.

Linda

The trainer’s real-world examples made the theory immediately relatable and applicable. Being able to discuss my own case study also provided a lot of depth and helped me identify specific steps to take. This is an exceptionally valuable training program that every manager should take, because it broadens your perspective and strengthens your approach to work.

Arthur

The training program includes plenty of opportunities to work through real-world examples. I would definitely recommend taking this training. It’s great that you get to work through your own case studies and put what you learn into practice right away. You’ll learn how to effectively motivate others and how to communicate that effectively.

Chantal

In the ‘Psychology for Managers in 4 months’ training program, I was drawn to the practical focus combined with psychological theory. I highly recommend it if you want to manage in a more evidence-based way.

Monique

I gained valuable insights and became more aware of the things around me. You get to do a lot of hands-on exercises, and the group was diverse, with many different personalities.

Rob

A meaningful, practical, and in-depth training program! The most interesting part was learning about the background of behavior. How it develops and how it can be influenced. You also gain insight into teams through the various exercises.

Yvonne

It was very interesting to take a moment to reflect on such an important topic. The balance between theory and practice was perfect, which meant that the training really helped me expand my knowledge. It felt like a valuable opportunity to deepen my understanding in a way that was immediately applicable in practice.

Frederique

The training course offered a varied program and was delivered in an inspiring way. The fine fellow participants and the strong content made it a valuable experience. I learned a lot and was able to put it into practice immediately.

Anonymous

What appealed to me most about the ‘Psychology for Managers in 4 months’ training program was the group interaction, the trainer’s expertise, and how it reflected real-world practice. A very useful training program for both new and experienced managers.

Pascal

The open group setting and pleasant training style created a relaxed and informative atmosphere. The fun radiated off. This is particularly valuable for managers, because the content fits well with recognizable situations from the daily work field.

Anonymous

The training program was challenging because of its open nature, and there was room for incisive, honest discussions. This combination fostered depth and engagement. Everything was presented clearly and concisely, making the content easy to follow and encouraging active participation.

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