Training

Training Programs

Inspiring symphonic leadership.

Center for Symphonic Leadership Promo

A symphonic leader™ is someone who has profound insight, a compelling vision, remarkable agility, an inspiring voice, and the conviction to act. It is the ability to put each of these characteristics together, like a conductor, that separates a symphonic leader from your average person.

Some people have an uncanny ability to make sense of an increasingly complex and inter-connected world, while others have the power to see what is possible tomorrow despite the constraints present today. Some can adapt relatively easily and quickly to change, while others have a command for language that inspires and moves the masses. And, still yet, there are those among us who demonstrate the organizational prowess to lead others to act.  But, there are few people who have the ability to put each of these gifts and talents together.We want to inspire and to help as many people as possible reach their full potential by helping them grow in each of these areas: insight, vision, agility, voice, and action.


The Symphonic Leadership Program™

In our program, you will learn to develop a vivid portrait of the ideal state and we will provide you with the preparation and the practice to lead in a way that aligns plans, tactics, and strategies with your ideal state. The Symphonic Leadership Program™ draws on some of the most cutting-edge research and thought on management and leadership. It integrates conceptual knowledge with your own professional experiences in creative ways to facilitate tangible insights into strategies for achieving excellence in all facets of your life.


 

Options

In-Person Courses

We have developed our own unique formula for learning that blends traditional instructional design methods with modern multi-media tools and hands-on experiences that inspire. Our courses range from several months to several hours. The list of course options continues to grow (see our Calendar of Events). The following courses are available and are offered at various times and locations throughout the year:

Professional Development Series

  • Creating a High-Performing Board of Directors
  • Leading Change
  • Surviving Change
  • Executive Decision Making
  • Fundraising for Poets: An Introduction to Fundraising and Development
  • Blue Oceans: Developing Game Changing Strategies
  • Strategy Maps: Translating Strategy Into Action
  • Strategic Ecosystems: Understanding the World Around You
  • Talent Management Principles and Practices
  • Employment Branding
  • Succession Planning
  • Measuring Impact: Tools to Assess Organizational Performance

 

Personal Development Series

  • Strategic Planning for Families
  • Developing An Inclusive Leadership Style

 

Online Tutorials & Seminars

Online tutorials and seminars are pre-recorded e-learning presentations designed to quickly introduce you to a specific topic. The length of an online tutorial is typically between 5 to 30 minutes and you can watch a tutorial on-demand, when it is most convenient for you. Take a look at our growing list of online tutorials and seminars.

 

Webinars

A webinar is a live seminar delivered on the web. A webinar is generally designed to provide you with a basic introduction to key concepts, ideas, and practices associated with a specific issue or topic. Our webinars are taught by one of our symphonic coaches™ and are normally 60-90 minutes long. Please check our calendar of events for the dates and times of future webinars.