The role of a leader is complex and sometimes ambiguous. Leaders shape the culture and the outcomes. Leaders can make the difference or make no difference at all. Leadership is one of the least taught subjects but perhaps one of the most puzzling and arguably one that needs significantly more attention in today’s dynamic organizational cultures.

I often ask my staff, my students and friends; will doing what you suggest make it better? There are times when we purposefully let situations play out so the participants in the scenario develop new skills, learn how their actions impact the outcome or just because there isn’t a better alternative. But when we do intervene, it’s important that we step back and ask the crucial question, will my intervention make this better?

Purposeful leadership is the act of exerting leadership towards a specific outcome. In this workshop, participants explore the dynamics of leadership towards a broader understanding of how different leadership interventions elicit specific outcomes. Participants will gain an understanding of their own tendencies and explore how to utilize various leadership strategies with their staffs, students, constituent groups and others.

A fee of $90.00 per participant will be billed to each institution, which includes parking and continental breakfast.

Parking will be provided on campus. We ask that participants follow specific parking instructions which will be emailed to all registered participants before the event. If you would like information on accessible parking spots, please contact us at amclean@rihetc.org

If you find you can no longer attend, we always suggest that you first try to find someone else from your institution who can attend in your place. We are able to issue refunds for cancellations made prior to 15 days from the event date. Cancellations made less than 15 days from the event date cannot be refunded and your institution will be charged for your ticket whether you attend or not. You may transfer your ticket to someone else at your institution at any time, but please let us know if you do. Contact your Human Resources Office with institution specific questions.

Purposeful Leadership