A provocative, action-oriented program designed to nurture the clarity of vision and personal leadership which inspires others to extraordinary performance; to enhance skills at gaining commitment from key people in the organization; to present a unique approach to managing the fulfillment of commitments of individuals and groups at work.

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Upper-level line managers responsible for the measurable performance of others who want to bring forth the best from themselves and others.

Representative titles include:

• National Sales Manager
• Senior Vice President, Retail Banking
• Vice President, Marketing
• General Manager, Plant Operations
• Director, New Product Development
• Vice President, Systems Development
• Division Operations Manager

• Stimulating lectures expose participants to a unique approach to enhancing human performance.
• Participative case discussions and role-play allow participants to apply the concepts to real business situations.
• Participants are challenged to examine personal leadership practices and assumptions that impact performance and receive questionnaire-feedback from others.

• Leadership Practices and Assumptions: Impact on Performance  
• Performance Breakthroughs: Sources and Consequences  
• Self-Limiting Beliefs Concerning Performance 
• Listening for New Possibilities for Action 
• Formulating a Vision for Extraordinary Performance  
• Garnering Commitment to Your Vision 
• Coaching Others to Fulfill Their Commitments 
• Turning Setbacks Into Breakthroughs 
• Receiving Feedback on Leadership Practices 
• Acknowledging Others for Results 
• Formulating a Personal Action Plan

• Workshop: This session provides an opportunity for each participant to formulate a bold vision that will inspire others to produce exceptional results.
• Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI)©: With key indicators identified in the 360-degree LPI assessment process and peer and faculty coaching, executives will return to the workplace with a clear view of their personal leadership styles and with pathways for improvement.

Q. How can you teach leadership? I thought good leaders were born. 
A. Some people have a knack for leadership the way some people are natural athletes or musicians, but everyone has the potential to become an effective leader. Even the most intuitive leader can benefit by mastering and practicing our unique perspective on leadership.

Q. I am responsible for ensuring that my department exceeds its plan. Is this program a good match for me? 
A. This is an excellent choice for you. Leadership is the best way we know to leverage your existing resources to produce extraordinary results.

Q. What distinguishes this offering from other leadership programs? 
A. Our distinguishing characteristic is the passionate commitment of our faculty and its experience in helping thousands of executives become leaders.

Carol Weber
Professor of Business Administration, The Darden School, University of Virginia.

Jack Weber
Professor of Business Administration, The Darden School, University of Virginia.