Etacsen Training and Consulting HK Limited

09/09/2026

eTACSEN will be conducting The Leadership Challenge® Trainer Certification program, co-organized with HKIHRM. Please refer to the following details.
- Date: 23 Oct & 20 Nov 2026 (Fri)
- Time: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Language: Cantonese (with materials in English)

Why Join this Program?
- Master the Five Practices®: Equip your leaders with the proven framework to inspire teams and drive exceptional results.
- Spark Higher Engagement & Performance: Learn practical techniques to motivate employees, strengthen commitment, and enhance retention.
- Turn Values into Action: Shift from leadership theory to tangible behavior, creating a more accountable and constructive culture.
- Become a More Influential Leader: Develop the authentic skills to build trust, champion new ideas, and navigate change effectively.
- Discover Your Leadership Potential: Gain a clear, scientific assessment of your strengths and opportunities with the Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) 360.
- Benchmark Yourself Globally: Understand how your leadership behaviors compare against a proprietary database of leaders worldwide.
- Master the Masterpiece: Deep-dive into the renowned research and design rationale behind The Five Practices of Exemplary Leaders®.
- Gain Expert Facilitation Skills: Confidently deliver core modules, debrief LPI results, and handle challenging participant situations.
- Practice with Confidence: Hone your delivery in a supportive environment and receive personalized coaching from master facilitator.
- Earn Your Internationally-Recognized Credential: Become certified to officially deliver The Leadership Challenge® and drive measurable cultural change.

Details on HKIHRM website: https://www.hkihrm.org/product/the-leadership-challenge-trainer-certification-2/

All enquiries and registrations should be directed to HKIHRM.

Enquiry: Ms Carrie Yip | Tel: (852) 2837 3890
Email: [email protected]

Venue: HKIHRM, Units 1810-15, 18/F, Millennium City 2, 378 Kwun Tong Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong (3-minute walk from Ngau Tau Kok MTR station exit A) Language: Cantonese (with English materials) CPD Hours: 14 Pricing: Price Early Bird Offer [Only if enrolment & payment are received by 18 Sep...

08/09/2026

eTACSEN will be conducting Hong Kong’s First LPI® Trained Coach Certification program, co-organized with HKIHRM. Please refer to the following details.
- Date: 24 & 31 October 2026 (Sat)
- Time: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Language: Cantonese (with materials in English)

Turn 360 Feedback into Real Leadership Behavior Change
The Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI®) collects honest, anonymous feedback that reveals blind spots and benchmarks leadership behaviors against global standards. Backed by over 40 years of research, it gives coaches a credible and structured approach to drive real, measurable leadership improvement.

Program Highlights:
· Deep foundation in The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership®
· Understanding of LPI’s strong credibility, reliability, and validity
· Practical mastery of LPI 360 report interpretation and common leadership patterns
· Structured coaching conversation framework + powerful questioning techniques (drawing from A Coach’s Guide to Developing Exemplary Leaders)
· Extensive hands-on practice and formal certification (written exam + observed coaching assessment)
· Leveraging LPI to build coaching culture in your organization
· Official LPI Trained Coach credential

Details on HKIHRM website: https://www.hkihrm.org/product/hong-kongs-first-lpi-trained-coach-certification-program/

All enquiries and registrations should be directed to HKIHRM.

Enquiry: Ms Carrie Yip | Tel: (852) 2837 3890
Email: [email protected]

Venue: HKIHRM, Units 1810-15, 18/F, Millennium City 2, 378 Kwun Tong Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong (3-minute walk from Ngau Tau Kok MTR station exit A) Language: Cantonese (with English materials) CPD Hours: 14 Pricing: Price Early Bird Offer [Only if enrolment & payment are received by 11 Sep...

31/08/2026

Feedback uncovers blind spots, accelerates learning, and drives personal growth. For leaders and professionals, embracing feedback provides the clarity to enhance work performance and support continuous development.

11/08/2026

eTACSEN will host a free information webinar on The Five Behaviors® Train-the-Trainer Certification Program, co-organized with HKIHRM. Please refer to the following details.
- Date: 8 September 2026 (Tue)
- Time: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
- Language: Cantonese (with materials in English)

This program will cover:
· The Five Behaviors® Model and 5 key behaviors for team success
· Difference between Personal Development program (for individuals, non-intact cross functional groups) and intact team development program
· Real case examples of successful intact team development intervention
· Benefits for participants and organizational value
· Certification process and post-program support
· Overview of the 2-day Train-the-Trainer Certification Program

Details on HKIHRM website: https://www.hkihrm.org/product/the-five-behaviors-train-the-trainer-certification-program-information-webinar/

All enquiries and registrations should be directed to HKIHRM.

Enquiry: Ms Carrie Yip | Tel: (852) 2837 3890
Email: [email protected]

Format: Webinar (Login details will be sent via email before the commencement of the programme) Language: Cantonese Pricing: Price Member Free Non

06/08/2026

eTACSEN will host a free information webinar on Hong Kong’s First LPI® Trained Coach Certification Program, co-organized with HKIHRM. Please refer to the following details.
- Date: 27 August 2026 (Thur)
- Time: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
- Language: Cantonese (with materials in English)

This program will cover:
· What the LPI® is and why it is highly effective for leadership development
· Why coaching with a structured 360 tool is often more powerful than training alone
· The unique value of 360 feedback as a “gift” in leadership growth
· Target participants and benefits for both new and experienced coaches
· Overview of the 2-Day LPI Trained Coach Certification Program (24 & 31 October 2026)
· Certification process and post-program support
· International recognition of the LPI credential
· Q&A with Hong Kong’s only Certified Master LPI® Coach

Details on HKIHRM website: https://www.hkihrm.org/product/hong-kongs-first-lpi-trained-coach-certification-program-information-webinar/

All enquiries and registrations should be directed to HKIHRM.

Enquiry: Ms Carrie Yip | Tel: (852) 2837 3890
Email: [email protected]

Format: Webinar (Login details will be sent via email before the commencement of the programme) Language: Cantonese Pricing: Price Member Free Non

24/07/2026

Without Feedback You Cannot Grow
Why 360 Feedback Tools are Essential for Leadership Development?

Leadership is not a static skill. It is a continuous journey of growth and development. Yet many leaders fall into the trap of relying on favorable self-perceptions. While these may boost self-esteem, they rarely help in improving leadership abilities. What truly drives leadership growth is valid and useful feedback. The best leaders are active learners who recognize that feedback, particularly from structured 360 feedback tools and leadership assessments, is essential for developing greater leadership self-awareness and enhancing their impact.

Most people, however, hesitate to seek feedback. It can feel uncomfortable to hear how others perceive our actions, but that discomfort is often the starting point for growth. As Kouzes and Posner emphasize in Learning Leadership, learning to be a better leader requires considerable self awareness and the courage to make yourself vulnerable. Opening yourself to perspectives that may challenge you is not always easy, but it is necessary. When leaders approach feedback with a growth mindset, they move from defensiveness to curiosity. Leaders begin to see feedback not as criticism but as a valuable gift that uncovers blind spots and highlights opportunities to improve. They also learn to appreciate the willingness of colleagues to share observations, and use those insights to refine their leadership practices.

Importantly, leaders must model this openness themselves. If you want others in your organization to share honest feedback, you must go first—demonstrating that you value input, even when it is difficult to hear. By doing so, leaders create a climate where trust grows and where constructive feedback becomes part of the culture. This willingness to listen and learn signals to others that leadership is about continuous improvement.

Read more: https://www.etacsen.com/19022/

16/07/2026

True leadership is not defined by personal achievements, but by the ability to empower others to reach their full potential. The greatest leaders inspire people to accomplish extraordinary things together.

14/07/2026

eTACSEN will be conducting a Getting Buy-in for Your Initiatives program, co-organized with HKIHRM. Please refer to the following details.
- Date: 26 August 2026 (Fri)
- Time: 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
- Language: Cantonese (with materials in English)

This program will cover:
· Identify and prioritise key stakeholders using practical frameworks
· Uncover stakeholders’ real needs and hidden concerns
· Apply questioning techniques such as SPIN framework
· Turn resistance into support and advocacy
· Develop a personalised action plan for your initiative

Details on HKIHRM website: https://www.hkihrm.org/product/getting-buy-in-for-your-initiatives/

All enquiries and registrations should be directed to HKIHRM.

Enquiry: Ms Carrie Yip | Tel: (852) 2837 3890
Email: [email protected]

Venue: HKIHRM, Units 1810-15, 18/F, Millennium City 2, 378 Kwun Tong Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong (3-minute walk from Ngau Tau Kok MTR station exit A) Language: Cantonese (with materials in English) CPD Hours: 3.5 Pricing:     Price Member HK$1,200 New Member (Inclusive of new membership jo...

09/07/2026

A great question came up in a recent session: "If MBTI reveals our natural preferences—the stable part beneath the iceberg—while we only ever see colleagues' surface behaviors, does that mean we don't need to know their MBTI at all?"

My response was:
MBTI and DiSC complement each other. DiSC, being simpler and more memorable, is excellent for building a culture of trust and respect across the whole organization. MBTI, on the other hand, reveals the "real self" beneath—making it invaluable for career development and talent retention.

I further illustrated with the following real example:

In a 16-person finance team, 12 were ISTJs. Mary, their compliance lead, was exceptionally good at her job—so her boss assumed she must be ISTJ too. But Mary confirmed herself as INFP. Her boss was baffled.

My point to Mary’s boss: MBTI tells you natural preference, not capability. The fact that an INFP excels at compliance work is actually valuable information—it means Mary has unmet needs or preferences in her work environment. As her manager, knowing her true type gives you clues to increase her job satisfaction beyond her core role: e.g. mentoring newcomers, involving her in volunteer initiatives, or giving her work that feels meaningful and helps others grow.

Mary immediately nodded and said: "That's exactly me—I volunteer every weekend. It's my inner calling."

The takeaway? Two frameworks. Different purposes. Both essential.

25/06/2026

Strength Lies in Differences: Unlocking Team Synergy Through Everything DiSC

Stephen Covey once said, “Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.” This perspective is especially relevant for senior leaders and L&D professionals navigating today’s complex business environment. Harnessing differences is not about eliminating them—it is about channeling them into collective strength. Personality training, particularly through the Everything DiSC assessment, provides a structured way to achieve greater team synergy through building self-awareness on behavioral style.

Personality Training as a Leadership Advantage
Personality training equips leaders with the ability to recognize and appreciate diverse working styles. Without a framework, differences can easily be misunderstood. The Everything DiSC model offers a practical, research-backed approach to understanding behavioral preferences. By identifying tendencies in communication and decision-making, leaders can move beyond assumptions and create environments where differences are valued and leveraged.

Read more: https://www.etacsen.com/18974/