Authentic Leadership:
Cultivating Wellbeing through Self-Reflection

Details

  • Presentation Length: 60-mins / 90-mins / 3hrs
  • Participant Numbers: 15-500+
  • Virtual and In-person options available
  • Sessions can be recorded for internal use
  • Onsite training available globally: North & South America, EMEIA, APAC, LATAM
  • Languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Mandarin, Arabic, Japanese, and Malay.

Introduction

Authentic leadership goes beyond the traditional leadership model, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, self-awareness, and aligning personal values with leadership actions.

This session explores the concept of authentic leadership and its impact on personal well-being. Participants will delve into the significance of self-reflection and cultivating authenticity in leadership, leading to a sense of fulfillment and overall well-being.

Content Outline

During the training session, the following topics will be covered:

  1. Understanding Authentic Leadership:
    • Exploring the core principles and characteristics of authentic leadership.
    • Discussing the impact of authentic leadership on personal well-being and organizational culture.
  2. The Power of Self-Reflection and Self-Awareness:
    • Recognizing the importance of self-reflection and self-awareness in leadership.
    • Exploring techniques and practices for enhancing self-reflection and self-awareness.
  3. Aligning Personal Values with Leadership Actions:
    • Discussing the role of personal values in leadership effectiveness and well-being.
    • Exploring strategies for aligning personal values with leadership decisions and actions.

Practical exercises

(included in 90-min and Half Day sessions)

  1. Self-Reflection Journaling: Participants will engage in guided self-reflection exercises using journaling techniques to deepen self-awareness and explore personal values, reflecting on leadership journey, key experiences, and guiding values.

  2. Values Alignment Activity: Participants will participate in an interactive activity to identify core values and assess alignment between personal values and leadership actions, exploring ways to bridge gaps and cultivate a more authentic leadership approach.

  3. Action Plan for Authentic Leadership: Participants will develop an action plan for cultivating authentic leadership and enhancing personal well-being, identifying specific steps and behaviors to incorporate into leadership practices to foster authenticity and well-being.

Frameworks

(included in Half day sessions)

  1. Authentic Leadership Model: Participants will be introduced to a framework outlining key dimensions and characteristics of authentic leadership. They will gain a deeper understanding of how these dimensions contribute to personal well-being and leadership effectiveness.

  2. Values Alignment Framework: Participants will utilize a framework to assess alignment between their personal values and leadership actions. This framework will guide them in making intentional decisions that align with their core values.

  3. Reflective Leadership Practice: Participants will learn about the reflective leadership practice, involving intentional self-reflection for enhanced self-awareness and personal growth. They will explore techniques and tools to incorporate reflective practices into their daily leadership routine.

Conclusion

By the end of this session, participants will have gained insights into the concept of authentic leadership and its impact on personal well-being. They will understand the importance of self-reflection, self-awareness, and aligning personal values with leadership actions.

Equipped with practical exercises, frameworks, and an action plan, participants will be empowered to cultivate authentic leadership, fostering a sense of fulfillment and overall well-being in their personal and professional lives.