This workshop will explore case studies of leaders and public figures that were faced with defining moments in their leadership legacy and came up short. While most of our day-to-day decisions and situations don't rise to this level of consequence, we can learn a great deal by looking at what each leader faced, the options they had, and the paths they took. Afterward, we will then explore alternative paths and outcomes based on today's leadership principles.
Course Overview
Course Outcomes
- Explore contemporary lessons in leadership
- Understand what causes leaders to fail
- Examine the application of contemporary leadership models
- Help build “muscle memory” to better prepare and respond to leadership challenges
Business Need
Leaders can be defined in a moment, or over a period of years. Effective leaders acknowledge that it is preparation that can quietly or quickly advance them or result in a career-ending move. Leaders do fail at times, and the study of these situations can provide us with valuable lessons in leadership.
Course Topics
Common Elements of Leadership Failure
- Sharing stories of leadership failure
- Identify common elements
- Self-assessment: what are your risk factors?
Ensuring Authenticity
- Identify values
- Identify expectations
- Formulate leadership philosophy
Taking Leadership Strengths Too Far
- Research from Tim Irwin
- Behaviors that derail: authenticity, self-management, humility, courage
- Case studies
Ensuring Humility
- The Ladder of Inference (identifying your assumptions and managing your stories)
Ensuring Courage
– The Left-hand Column activity (evaluating whether you should speak your mind)
– Left-hand column practice activity
Course Schedule
Typical Course Duration
Virtual: 2 hours
In-person: 4 hours
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Delivery Methods
Number of participants
- in-person: 30
- virtual: 30
Course Details
Course Level:
- Mid Level Leader
- Senior Level
Learning Methods:
- Case Study
- Discussion
- Lecture
- Personal Reflection
Equipment:
- easel/markers
- LCD projector and screen