Description

Leadership isn't something that's solely reserved for those with formal titles. Whether you're mentoring a colleague, leading a project, or expanding your capacity as a manager of others, your ability to lead significantly influences the experiences of those around you. 

Consider this: 70% of employee engagement is directly attributable to the manager, yet many people receive little to no leadership training when stepping into formal roles of influence. The good news? Leadership is a skill that can be developed, and it's one of the best investments you can make for both your team and organization. 

In this interactive session, we'll explore the transformational leadership model and practical behaviors you can develop over time. We'll examine what separates effective leaders from ineffective ones, and why self-awareness and emotional intelligence are essential for effectively influencing those around you. 

Key Takeaways - By the end of this session, participants will: 

• Understand the cost of ineffective leadership and the ripple effects on teams, culture, and engagement. 
• Explore the Full Range Leadership Model, with an emphasis on the five pillars of Transformational Leadership. 
• Identify the role of self-awareness and social awareness (emotional intelligence) in building trust and influence. 
• Learn to use intentional reflection to grow leadership style and capacity. 
• Explore developmental tools to accelerate leadership growth, including talent assessments, mentorship, networking, 360 reviews, and coaching.

About Jon

Dr. Jon Sexton is the Founder of Sexton Leadership. His work focuses on facilitating engagement initiatives, designing and facilitating leadership development workshops, and providing individualized executive coaching. In addition to his work with Sexton Leadership, Jon serves as the SVP of Culture & Leadership Development at Vibrant Credit Union and as Past President for the Association for Talent Development Mississippi Valley Chapter.

Dr. Sexton has logged over 1000 coaching hours with an approach rooted in positive psychology & appreciative inquiry. He regularly facilitates speaking engagements on the topics of creating inclusive workplaces, employee engagement, leadership development, team development, and workplace wellbeing.

Jon earned his Ph.D. in Educational Policy & Leadership Studies and a Master's in Student Development at the University of Iowa. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Central College. In addition, he holds a Professional Coaching Certification with the International Coaching Federation and is certified in CliftonStrengths and Hogan Assessment Systems.