Public Programs for Individuals / Personal Leadership Performance

"We reviewed the top Leadership offerings for one of our Senior Research Scientists and selected LSA's 12 month Leadership Program based upon the value and systemic approach.  The feedback on the program, approach, and results was phenomenal.  While the other programs may be better known, they were more theoretical and did not compare in terms of practicality, quality, and results.” Stacy Porter, Senior Manager Learning and Development, Roche Palo Alto LLC

Course Description:
With a proven track record of nearly 25 years of real-world executive development experience, The Personal Leadership Performance Program was created to fill the gap between ineffective standalone leadership workshops and costly executive coaching contracts.  Its purpose is to significantly increase the leadership abilities of executives, team leaders, and managers.

The 12-month Program is focused on refining and expanding natural talents to help managers and leaders take their skills and results to the next level. The program is dynamic, comprehensive, and focuses on what works and what doesn't work in today's competitive business environment.

The Program is uniquely effective because of its follow-up processes. Unlike other programs lasting only a few days and quickly forgotten, the Program mentors and encourages participants in a year-long follow-up process that easily integrates into any existing HR development system. Companies such as Kimberly-Clark, Parker Hannifin Aerospace, Southern California Edison, Overture, and Tyco Healthcare chose the Program to give their managers the edge in management and leadership skills.

7-Step Methodology

1. Initial 20-30 minute Survey
   The 360-degree feedback report is compiled through the use of an online survey which asks for numerical ratings (1-5) as well as written comments in five key leadership / management areas:
   1. Communication – transferring information, listening, understanding, and handling conflict.
   2. Planning – Predetermining the level of results to be achieved and the course of action required to achieve them.
   3. Coaching – Helping people develop the knowledge and skills to perform effectively and efficiently in current and future positions.
   4. Reviewing – Following up and taking action to ensure progress toward desired results.
   5. Leading – Dealing with people, creating teamwork, taking charge, generating enthusiasm, and influencing people to follow.

The feedback is collected from peers, co-workers, direct reports, and supervisors. The questionnaire is the foundation for the 12-month professional development program. All information is collected confidentially and securely. The responses remain anonymous to the participant.

2. Pre-workshop Data Analysis
   LSA analyzes the 360-degree feedback report and identifies common threads that are associated with strengths and challenge areas.
    
3. Three-day Workshop
   The workshop is a group workshop of up to 12 participants from different companies, who want to be more effective in their business environment.  With the workshop facilitator, you'll work as an individual and as part of team to explore different aspects of job responsibilities and the specific skills, tools and techniques needed to improve your on the job performance.

You will discuss proven leadership principles and concepts in the context of real-world business environments. This dynamic workshop provides an open exchange of ideas, techniques, and tools from the business experiences of up to 11 other participants. Attendees are at all stages of professional development and from a wide range of industries and job functions. This gives you multiple viewpoints and experiences to incorporate into your career improvement process.

4. Coaching
   Ongoing follow-up after the workshop includes a summary report and a consultation 1-2 months following the workshop.
    
5. Follow-up Workshop
   3-4 months later you attend a one-day workshop for ongoing support to ensure maximum effectiveness back on the job. This is a vital step in the yearlong program to achieve effective management leadership. It brings you and your fellow attendees back together to review business and personal development goals and track your progress with feedback from your supervisor.
   
   Your group will revisit management leadership concepts and techniques and fine-tune individual goals. The follow-up workshop puts a strong emphasis on understanding your personal work style and the work styles of others to improve teamwork and communication.
    

6. Resurvey and Coaching
   The program concludes with a twelve-month resurvey and a final coaching session with the supervisor to track success and compare results for further development. Your supervisor is brought into your program during a post-workshop consultation to ensure support for your success. 
   
   If you have participated earnestly and have implemented the tools and techniques that you have learned and worked on, the resurvey will show a measurable improvement in your management leadership performance. You now have the skills and motivation to become an even more valuable member of your team and your company, while improving your career opportunities.
    
7. Back on the Job
   During this period you and your coach will meet with your supervisor to fine-tune your goals and solidify action plans you created at the workshop. It's time to put those leadership skills to the test and make a serious impression in your company. Your coach will be available to provide additional coaching as you begin to achieve your goals and complete your action plans.

Target Audience:
Anyone who must work with and through people to obtain results.

• Technical/Sales/Functional Expert turned Manager/Leader
• Aspiring or New Managers/Leaders
• Fast-Track Managers/Leaders
• Performance Challenged Managers/Leaders
• Staff Function that must Influence
• Members of Cross-Functional Work Teams
• Must get results without Position Authority
• Succession Planning Requirements
• Geographically removed Managers/Leaders

Course Cost:
Member: $6200
Non-member: $6350

Dates / Location:
Directions will be sent with your confirmation

Balboa Bay Club & Resort
1221 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA

• February 6-8, 2008
• April 16-18, 2008
• June 4-6, 2008
• August 13-15, 2008
• October 1-3, 2008
• November 12-14, 2008

LSA Public Classes can be customized and delivered onsite at your company. To speak with an LSA Global Expert about your customized on-site options, please contact us.