Secrets of High Performance Leaders

Description

Overview Leadership is exciting. Perhaps the most exciting element of leadership is the fact that everyone possesses the ability to lead. In this program, participants will learn that it is not necessary to change the world or become a household name in order to be a great leader. Being a great leader simply means having a positive influence on those around you. It allows you to create an organization founded on ideals by which others are encouraged to rise above mediocrity and perform at their best. Key topics for this session include: Principles of Leadership Five Myths of Leadership Understand the difference between leadership and management Learn the difference between controlling and empowering leadership styles Practices of Empowering Leaders Empowering leaders have a driving passion to realize their vision Empowering leaders build and sustain trust with their followers Empowering leaders unleash the commitment and motivation of their followers Empowering leaders are social and organizational architects Empowering leaders act from positive beliefs about people and situations Structure and Format Our ''High Performance Leadership'' learning series consists of eight modules (each three to four hours in length) that are scheduled three weeks apart. The modules are entirely standalone so are effective individually or in combination with the other modules. The sessions are upbeat, interactive and informative. Participants will have an opportunity to learn new skills and meet other business leaders from the Portland/Vancouver area representing a variety of functions and industries. We utilize discovery and facilitation more than lecture and instruction, creating an environment of real learning. The modules include numerous individual and group exercises that make the training come alive and ensure that participants translate the principles into a personal plan of action. In order to ensure an optimum learning environment, we limit our cl