Transform Your Organization with The Art of Inclusive Leadership - At Your Chosen Location!

Bring the power of The Art of Inclusive Leadership program directly to your organization with our new "Choose Your Own Location" offering. This flexible format allows you to host the program at a venue of your choice, while still benefiting from our world-class curriculum, expert facilitation, and immersive learning experiences.

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Why Inclusive Leadership Skills Are More Critical Than Ever

In a world reshaped by the pandemic, economic uncertainty, and urgent calls for social justice, inclusive leadership has moved from a nice-to-have to an absolute necessity. Consider these eye-opening facts:

• A 2021 Gartner survey found that 75% of organizations with frontline decision-making teams reflecting a diverse, inclusive culture will exceed their financial targets. (Source)
• Companies in the top quartile for ethnic and cultural diversity on executive teams outperformed those in the fourth quartile by 36% in profitability, according to McKinsey's 2021 Diversity Wins report. (Source)
• A recent Accenture study found that a culture of equality and inclusion can drive up to 8% higher revenue and twice the innovation output. (Source)

The data is clear: inclusive leadership is a key driver of business performance. But the stakes are even higher than the bottom line. In a post-pandemic world, employees are expecting more from their organizations. They're looking for leaders who can:

• Foster a deep sense of belonging and psychological safety
• Navigate difficult conversations around race, gender, and equity
• Create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work
• Make fair and equitable decisions in a transparent way
• Empower diverse teams to innovate and solve complex problems

Without these critical skills, organizations risk losing top talent, missing out on game-changing ideas, and being left behind in an increasingly diverse marketplace. And in far too many cases, lack of inclusive leadership leads to toxic work environments marked by turnover, conflict, and missed opportunities.

Why this program?

The Art of Inclusive Leadership program is specifically designed to equip leaders with the mindsets, skills, and tools they need to rise to this urgent challenge. This is not just another leadership training. It's a holistic journey of self-discovery, skill-building, and behavioral change that will transform the way you lead. You'll come away with a powerful network of fellow inclusive leaders and the ongoing support to sustain your growth long after the program ends.

What is the impact to the organization?

Investing in The Art of Inclusive Leadership program offers a unique opportunity for organizations to cultivate exceptional leadership capabilities that drive tangible results. Here's why this training stands out:

• Comprehensive Approach: Our program covers a wide range of essential leadership skills, from mindset development to navigating difficult conversations, ensuring a holistic growth experience for participants.
• Practical Application: Through a blend of instruction, practice exercises, and group coaching, participants gain hands-on experience and actionable strategies that can be immediately implemented in their roles.
• Focus on Organizational Impact: By understanding systems dynamics, fostering high performance culture, and expanding influence, leaders are equipped to drive positive change within their organizations and inspire excellence at all levels.
• Inclusivity and Empowerment: With a strong emphasis on creating inclusive environments, empowering individuals, and giving everyone a voice, our program cultivates a culture of collaboration, trust, and innovation.
• Visionary Leadership Development: Participants emerge as visionary leaders with the mindset, skills, and strategies to lead in today's dynamic business landscape, driving innovation, inspiring excellence, and achieving unparalleled success.

Choosing The Art of Inclusive Leadership is an investment in unlocking the full leadership potential of your team, fostering a culture of excellence, and positioning your organization for sustained success in a competitive market. Read more about the power of offsites.

Customized to Your Context, Tailored to Your Needs

By bringing The Art of Inclusive Leadership to your chosen location, you can create a transformative learning experience that is customized to your organization's unique culture, challenges, and goals. Whether you choose a full offsite experience or a daytime-only program, our expert coaches will work with you to tailor the curriculum and delivery to your specific context.

Two Flexible Program Options to Suit Your Needs

• Full Offsite Experience: Immerse your leaders in a transformative 6-day residential program at a location of your choice. This option includes all meals, accommodations, and local activities, creating a focused and cohesive learning environment for deep reflection, skill-building, and bonding.
• Daytime Program: Host the program at a nearby venue, with participants returning home in the evenings. This 4-day option offers a more compact schedule while still delivering the core curriculum and experiential learning elements. Perfect for organizations with geographically co-located teams.

World-Class Curriculum and Expert Facilitation Included

Regardless of which option you choose, you'll get:

• The full Art of Inclusive Leadership curriculum, covering key topics such as DEI, emotional intelligence, high performance cultures, and change leadership
• Two expert coaches to lead the program and provide personalized feedback and support
• All course materials, assessments, and learning resources
• Access to our online learning portal and global alumni community
• Optional post-program coaching and consulting to sustain the learning

Your Role in Creating the Optimal Learning Environment

Our team will provide you with a full list of recommendations and requirements to help you select the ideal venue and create the optimal conditions for transformative learning. This includes:

• Ideal Venues and Outdoor Areas
• Space Requirements
• Technology
• Dining and Accommodations (for Full Offsite)
• Transportation (for Full Offsite): Transfers to/from airports or public transit, and any vehicles needed for planned activities.

Invest in Your Leaders, Transform Your Culture

By bringing The Art of Inclusive Leadership to a location of your choice, you can create a shared learning journey that transforms your organization from the inside out. Participants will develop a common language, toolkit, and mindset for inclusive leadership that they can bring back to their teams and embed into your culture.

Pricing for the "Choose Your Own Location" program includes the coaching team, course materials, and our travel to your location. Venue selection and contracting, catering, transportation, and accommodations (for full offsite) are the responsibility of your organization. Our team is happy to provide guidance and recommendations to help you create an exceptional experience.

Who Should Attend?

As Robin Wall Kimmerer said "Isn’t this the purpose of education, to learn the nature of your own gifts and how to use them for good in the world?" so we would like to welcome you to learn and grow with us.

• Exploring the role of a leader? Join us to get your feet moving in the right direction from Day 1.
• New to leadership? Build your baseline of what you want your leadership journey to be
• Seasoned leader? Gain new perspectives, fresh motivation, and upskill.

Everyone has the potential to lead!

Developing Strong Leadership Abilities:

We will explore the mindset of successful leaders and techniques for creating a safe and dynamic team environment.

These themes encompass the core objectives of the program, focusing on mindset, systems understanding, personal identity, empowerment, and inclusive communication to develop exemplary leadership skills for high performance.

Objectives:

• Leadership Mindset: Develop a growth-oriented mindset, self-awareness, and coaching skills.
• Systems Dynamics: Understand organizational interconnectedness and enhance systems thinking.
• Identity At Work: Explore personal leadership style, perception, and power dynamics.
• Empowering Yourself: Foster self-leadership, autonomy, and empowerment in others.
• Giving Everyone a Voice: Create inclusive environments and promote open communication.
• Limitations/Barriers: Overcome leadership barriers and develop a growth mindset.
• Navigating Difficult Conversations: Build skills for handling challenging conversations effectively.
• Expanding Influence: Enhance influence, relationship-building, and leadership impact.
• High Performance Culture: Promote engagement, prevent burnout, and foster a culture of trust and learning.

Read the full list of objectives

Agenda:

This is the general agenda for our corporate offsites. For each program, however, there are add-ons and bonus activities that are not posted in advance. There will also be work to be done on your own after/before each session.

Note: We cannot provide additional accommodation at the venue before or after the offsite, but we have professionals who can advise you on extending your stay and making the most of Spain.

Get the full agenda

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Don't let uncertainty hold you back from achieving your leadership goals. Enroll in The Art of Inclusive Leadership today and embark on a transformative journey toward becoming the leader you were meant to be. Unlock your potential. Inspire greatness. Lead with impact. Join us and revolutionize your approach to leadership. We invite you to join our program if you want to:

• Rethink how you show up and interact with others.

• Be accountable to yourself and your team.

• Lead from your values with authenticity and integrity

• Develop a better understanding of yourself as a leader.

• Learn how to be more impactful while leading from the front.

Meet Your Coaches:

Indra A. Books

Indra Books, a seasoned consultant and transformative leader with 25+ years of expertise, pioneers organizational development focusing on impactful leaders and high performing teams. Moving from the U.S. after working for 20 years in both the public and private sector to Spain, her virtual boutique consultancy launched in 2019, specializing in reshaping culture and enhancing team performance globally.

With tailored consulting, group coaching, and programs, Indra fosters high-performing, inclusive teams, aligning organizational goals for sustainable success. As a renowned speaker, she champions a shift towards prioritizing culture and mindset in organizational excellence.

More Coaches Coming Soon

Having organizational coaches with a global diverse background is crucial for fostering innovation, inclusivity, and resilience within a company. These coaches bring varied perspectives that enrich problem-solving and strategic planning, enabling organizations to navigate complex global markets effectively. Their diverse experiences enhance cultural competence, ensuring team dynamics are respectful and synergistic across different cultural contexts. They identify and mitigate unconscious biases, promoting an equitable work environment. This diversity fosters adaptability and continuous learning, essential for businesses aiming to thrive in an interconnected world. Ultimately, such coaches drive sustainable growth and a competitive edge in the global economy.

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