Vienna Institute for Leadership & Sales

Communicate clearly.
Lead effectively. Succeed together.

Your location for interactive sales and leadership programs in the heart of Vienna — practical, hands-on and built around the skills that make a real difference.

Our approach

A different kind of training.

Learning that fits around real professional life — not the other way around.

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Your format, your schedule

From 2-hour evening sessions to multi-month academies, from online to on-site — formats that fit around real working life, not the other way around.

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Built around your team

Choose from proven fixed programs or build a fully personalised academy in just a few clicks — tailored to your goals, your team size, and your budget.

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Trained by practitioners

Our trainers bring both — years of experience in executive and commercial leadership roles, and years in the training room. You get real-world depth and the ability to actually transfer it.

Leadership · Sales · Development

Find the right program for your team

All trainings take place in the heart of Vienna, or on-site with your team.

Peaks of Sales

Sales Excellence Program

Peaks of Sales

Master every sales challenge with a proven program that gives you the competitive edge you need.

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Next Gen Leadership

Leadership Excellence Program

Next Gen Leadership

Develop your top talent into strong leaders through hands-on learning, coaching and a powerful network.

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World of Better Cooperation

Team Development Program

World of Better Cooperation

Turn teamwork into true collaboration: communicate better, avoid conflicts, and work seamlessly together.

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HIGHFLYER

Online Academy

HIGHFLYER

An online program for sales and leadership, combining flexible learning with mentoring and networking.

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Development Tools

Development Tools

Team & Self Insights

Scientifically grounded insights to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings and strengthen team dynamics.

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Talent Assessment

Talent & People

Talent Assessment

A data-driven view of who your people really are and where they create the most value — across any role, function or level.

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Selling Techniques Masterclass

Sales Training

Selling Techniques Masterclass

Master the full sales cycle — from first contact to close — with proven techniques that work in real B2B scenarios.

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High-Impact Workshops

Workshop Format

High-Impact Workshops

Three hours, one clear topic, directly applicable the next day. 26 topics to choose from — for leadership and sales teams.

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The Afterwork Series

Evening Sessions

The Afterwork Series

Relaxed evening sessions on sales and leadership topics — around two hours, open to everyone, followed by drinks and networking.

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What participants say

What people say about our programs

Peaks of Sales

“Thanks to CPM’s sales and leadership training, we have been able to leverage our sales competencies and tools to succeed even during challenging times!”

Thomas Kratochwill
Thomas Kratochwill
CSO & Deputy CEO
The Afterwork Series

“A fantastic team with exciting, one-of-a-kind after-work workshops. There is so much to learn here and take straight into your daily work.”

Sarah Kaltenbrunner
Sarah Kaltenbrunner
Consultant | PMO
Peaks of Sales

“The CPM Sales Academy teaches the ability of effective listening and accurate understanding of customer needs.”

Gizem Taylan
Gizem Taylan
Account Manager
The Afterwork Series

“Absolutely recommended! In a short time you walk away with valuable knowledge nuggets you can apply right away. Thanks for a great evening!”

Phillip Hajszan
Phillip Hajszan
TV-Moderator | Speaker | Coach
Peaks of Sales

“One of my key takeaways is the integration of the DISC model in my daily work. What I also loved about the 6 Peaks training was the good atmosphere and the high learning factor in the individual modules.”

Stefan Arndt
Stefan Arndt
Area Sales Manager
The Afterwork Series

“What I loved most about the Afterwork seminars was the open atmosphere — sharing experiences freely, exchanging tips and tricks, and learning from one another.”

Patrick Matthay
Patrick Matthay
Teamlead & System Engineer
Peaks of Sales

“Through the CPM Sales Academy I have advanced my skills in negotiation, communication and strategic tactics.”

Özgecan Özcan
Özgecan Özcan
Customer Service Team Leader
The Afterwork Series

“Fresh, inspiring input. Broadening your horizon. Meeting new people.”

Gerald Recknagel
Gerald Recknagel
Project Manager
Peaks of Sales

“The CPM Sales Academy taught us that the road to success involves more than selling.”

Tim Santo
Tim Santo
Sales Manager
The Afterwork Series

“Excellent food for thought and genuinely helpful — I arrived skeptical and will be coming back convinced!”

Stefan Reinberger
Stefan Reinberger
Managing Director
Peaks of Sales

“The CPM Sales Academy taught me how to elaborate a clearer vision for strategic considerations.”

Rainer Geiger
Rainer Geiger
Global Account Manager
Highflyer

“Absolutely recommended! The content is hands-on and can be put to use directly in your daily sales work.”

Phillip Schoeni
Phillip Schoeni
Sales Manager
Peaks of Sales

“Even though I have many years of experience in the sales field, I could vastly expand my knowledge through CPM Sales Academy.”

Deniz Tahta
Deniz Tahta
Global Sales Manager
Team Workshop

“A big thank you to Ronald and the team for a wonderful team workshop. The session set the stage for many discussions throughout our team week — everyone took away at least one new tip or trick.”

Kirsten McDowell-Barnett
Kirsten McDowell-Barnett
Expert Institutional Partnerships
Peaks of Sales

“We had great fun during the CPM Sales Academy, and it was a unique experience with open-minded discussions.”

Mikko Laaksonen
Mikko Laaksonen
Global Account Manager
Talent Assessment

“The assessment gave us clear visibility on strengths, gaps and development areas across our commercial organization. It created clarity and brought real energy into developing our people and moving the organization forward.”

Daniel Prillinger
Daniel Prillinger
Sales Director
Peaks of Sales

“Through the CPM 6 Peaks academy and the help of the DISC model, I learned to better understand my own behaviour and apply it in a targeted manner.”

Stefanie Rennert
Stefanie Rennert
Key Account Manager
Talent Assessment

“The assessment provided unbiased, fact-based clarity on our commercial capabilities. It allowed us to make data-driven decisions, refocus our priorities and restructure our organization. CPM supported us throughout the process and continues to be a trusted partner in developing our teams.”

Lionel Bonte
Lionel Bonte
BU Leader / Chief Commercial Officer
Peaks of Sales

“The individual modules were developed in a great mix of theory and practice. Many thanks to the entire CPM team for this very successful journey through the 6 peaks of sales.”

Andreas Gockeln
Andreas Gockeln
Area Sales Manager
Peaks of Sales

“I recommend the Peaks of Sales to everyone who wants to improve their way of approaching a negotiation and converting it into a success.”

Philippe Poudens
Philippe Poudens
Business Development Manager
Peaks of Sales

“The Peaks of Sales gave me superior knowledge in negotiating techniques and communication skills, especially in developing a remarkable tactic for understanding my customers.”

Sven Reichwein
Sven Reichwein
Global Account Manager
Peaks of Sales

“About the 6 Peaks Academy: I loved that it threw my prejudices about such trainings overboard. Our company benefited a lot from this training.”

Rezzan Caliskan
Rezzan Caliskan
Sales Manager
Peaks of Sales

“For me as a Chief Human Resources Officer, it is impressive to experience how enthusiastically our employees participated!”

Angela Körner
Angela Körner
Chief HR Officer
Peaks of Sales

“Through the CPM 6 Peaks academy I got to know the DISC model. The possibilities and learnings of this tool had a very strong positive impact on me and how I can better deal with the behaviour of people — in private and in business life.”

Sabine Schubert
Sabine Schubert
Area Sales Manager DACH
Build Your Academy

Not sure where to start?

Use our guided Academy Configurator to get a tailored program proposal — or browse our full library of 93 sessions yourself. Answer a few questions about your team and goals, and we’ll put together exactly what fits.

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HIGHFLYER — The Podcast

Real conversations on career, mindset and growth.

Hosted by CPM Group — for professionals ready to elevate how they think, lead and perform.

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Our Spaces

Four rooms for every format.

From large seminars to intimate coaching sessions — each room is designed for a different kind of work. All available to book individually or as a package.

Seminar Room 1
Up to 20 people
Seminar Room 1
The large seminar room — ideal for trainings and full-day workshops.
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Seminar Room 2
Up to 20 people
Seminar Room 2
Versatile and bright — great for smaller groups and interactive sessions.
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Coaching Room
Up to 3 people
Coaching Room
An intimate space for coaching sessions, interviews and 1:1s.
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Meeting Room
Up to 8 people
Meeting Room
Professional setup for focused meetings and presentations.
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In the Heart of Vienna

A space designed for great learning — and great people. Right at the Schottenring subway station (U2/U4), easily accessible from anywhere in Vienna. Whether it’s a seminar, workshop or team day — our rooms are set up so you can focus on what matters.

Franz-Josefs-Kai 49/11
1010 Vienna

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News & Insights

Worth reading

May 27, 2025

Why Traditional Sales Training Fails — and What Works Instead

Workshops and offsites can inspire — but in today’s fast-moving sales environments, one-time events rarely lead to lasting change.

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June 18, 2025

Why Modern Sales Teams Need Training That Fits, Motivates, and Connects

Targets are rising and markets are shifting. Here’s what separates training that sticks from training that’s quickly forgotten.

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November 2, 2025

Leadership Starts in Your Mind

Ronald Schuster sits down with Renatas Degulis of Vita Group to explore why mindset is the foundation of every great leader.

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Any Questions?

We’re here to help

Have questions about our trainings, want to schedule a visit, or rent one of our rooms? Reach out — we’re happy to help.

Marlene Postl

Marlene Postl

Your Contact at Vienna Institute for Leadership and Salespostl@cpm-group.at+43 676 5574339
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