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WHAT: This seminar series features expert instructors from the Leadership Services Program who offer applied training on topics of current interest to today's leaders. The learning environment is informal and participants acquire practical leadership tools, tips and techniques through experiential learning with other business professionals.
WHEN: The second Wednesday of each month
WHAT TIME: Two 2-hour sessions of Leadership NOW are now offered each month. Participants can register for either the Morning session from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. or the Lunch session from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Continental breakfast is available at the morning session (starting at 7:30 a.m.) and a sandwich buffet is offered at the lunch session (starting at 11:30 a.m.)
WHERE: Washington Mutual’s Learning and Conference Center in Irvine
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This program is designed for leaders at all levels and from any type of organization – large corporations, public agencies, non-profit entities, academic institutions and small to medium sized businesses - who are interested in learning from experts in the field.
December 10, 2008 Seminar – Executing with Excellence
Critical Skills Necessary to Achieve High Performance Results
In today's super-charged and highly uncertain times, the ability to execute well-conceived strategies is what separates the most profitable and successful companies from their competitors. During the Executing with Excellence seminar, instructor Kristine Gunn will reveal explicit steps to take to foster a culture of execution – while avoiding the pitfalls that derail even the best companies. Discover the right performance tools and techniques necessary to align your people, organization and processes in order to drive your results to the next level.
Participants will learn the critical execution skills necessary to achieve the level of performance that today’s high pressure business environment demands. As a result of this interactive two-hour session, you will be able to:
- Clarify the importance of execution
- Identify the 7 hidden road blocks that keep companies stuck
- Understand the leader's role and responsibilities in executing results
- Identify the 8 central factors that give employee’s confidence in their company’s ability to effectively execute
- Address the importance of the “What’s in it for me?” question
- Install proper management systems to support the achievement of strategy
- Design workflows as a method for streamlining results
Instructor:
Kristine Gunn has over 18 years providing high impact speaking, coaching and training programs to corporate clients ranging from business start-ups to Fortune 200 companies. Her philosophy is “People are not an organization’s greatest asset - inspired people are.” She specializes in corporate mission, vision and purpose; strengths-based talent development; effective execution practices; business innovation; and coaching emerging leaders. As a business consultant, Kristine’s programs combine careful research, an innovative approach, and energetic delivery. Kristine is a senior instructor of the Leadership Services Program and is also a certified by FranklinCovey to deliver the 7 Habits for Highly Effective People signature program as well as the new 7 Habits for Managers workshop.
Leadership NOW Seminar Series Details
The Leadership NOW seminar series is co-sponsored by Washington Mutual and hosted at their state-of-the-art Irvine Learning and Conference Center (ILCC.) (949) 975-2120
 Location:
17872 Gillette Ave. 1st Floor, Building C
Irvine, CA 92614
See Directions and Map (PDF)
Parking:
Free parking is available in a 6-story parking structure immediately adjacent to the ILCC.
Cost:
$45 per participant. Buffet and program handouts are included.
Registration Policy and Procedures:
- Seating is limited so advance registration is required.
- Registration deadline is 3:00 p.m. the day prior to the Wednesday seminar.
- Each person who plans to attend and participate in the seminar will need to register online, unless you are redeeming a gift certificate.
- Payment options are
If you are redeeming a gift certificate, please contact Kathleen Wilson directly at kcwilson@chapman.edu to be added to the registration roster. Please DO NOT use the online registration system.
If you are manually registered for the seminar using a gift certificate and are a “no show,” you will not be able to use the gift certificate at a future seminar.
Guidelines for online registration:
Policy on “Walk-ins:”
Monthly Schedule:
Seminars are presented the second Wednesday of every month
Register for the Morning Session
7:30 to 8:00 a.m. - Continental breakfast and business networking
8:00 to 10:00 a.m. - Seminar
10:00 to 10:30 a.m. – Announcements and business networking
Register for the Lunch Session
11:30 a.m. to noon – Sandwich buffet and business networking
12:00 to 2:00 p.m. - Seminar
2:00 to 2:30 p.m. – Announcements and business networking
Questions? Contact Kathleen Wilson at kcwilson@chapman.edu
Preview of Topics for 2009
February 11, 2009
Conflict Management - with Debra Rocha
Learn conflict resolution techniques that successfully resolve workplace disputes and disagreement while also empowering employees.
March 11, 2009
Failing Forward - with Jim Bauer
Turn unanticipated consequences into learning opportunities and stepping stones for success.
April 8, 2009
Employee Motivation - with Karen Carlsen
Enhance employee morale during tough times to gain greater employee engagement and improve performance.
May 13, 2009
Meetings that Get Results - with Jennifer Roberts
Gain practical tools, tips and techniques for meetings that productively use time and achieve desired objectives.
June 10, 2009
The Art of Designing Learning - with Bonni Stachowiak
Combine artistic creativity and technology to build training programs that produce exceptional learning results.
July 8, 2009
Mentoring: Developing Human Potential - with Susan Gerke
Learn the keys to successful mentoring including executive buy-in, creating and supporting an effective process and structuring mentoring relationships.
August 12, 2009
Culture as a Competitive Advantage - with Janine McDonald
Successful leaders actively engage in the process of creating and sustaining an organizational culture that attracts and retains both customers and employees.
September 9, 2009
Essentials of Interpersonal Communication - with Nahid Casazza
Learn key strategies for creating a safe environment in the workplace for direct and productive dialogue.
October 14, 2008
Managing UP - with Kristin Rozelle
Become a more effective leader by managing one of the most vital relationships you have at work – the one you have with your manager.
November 12, 2009
Video Games and Leadership - with Pattie Sobczak and Stephanie Takemoto
Learn about the “serious” side of video games and how they are being utilized in innovative ways to positively impact organizational leadership.
December 9, 2009
Human Performance Management - with Geri Lopker
Discover the leader’s role in performance management and learn best practices to maximize the productivity and engagement of your organization’s most important asset – its people.
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