From "Gap" to "Bridge"

Rather than focus on the differences this session focuses on the leadership traits that need to be developed that will engage different generations and cultures.

A study of effective leaders will yield a clear message that there are fundamental leadership traits that appeal to all generations and all cultures. The problem is that many leaders practice leadership in a way that only appeals to the generation in which they were raised. They have gaps in their leadership that their generation may forgive or not notice. But these gaps stand out and get in the way of others that have a different perspective.

The good news is that this means that the issue is not an insurmountable generational or cultural gap. Instead of focusing on the negative generational differences, there is an opportunity for leaders to grow to a higher level of effectiveness. Simply put, it is more challenging to lead multi-generational and multi-cultural groups. And this session equips leaders for that challenge.

We will not waste time bemoaning the negative traits that different groups possess. In the market-place of management ideas, there is too much time spent pointing out the differences of generations and not enough time spent on solutions. This session will identify the four keys to leadership that are important to all generations and cultures. It will help managers identify where they have gaps in their style that if modified will equip them to lead more effectively. These four keys will be broken into  practical and inspiring take-home insights that are immediately applicable.

Outline:

• How people of all ages and cultures respond.

• Changing barriers into bridges.

• How to foster a culture so that everyone is creative and innovative.

• Defining "fun" from "their" perspective.

• Defining "value" from "their" perspective.

• How to build trust.

• How to foster team commitment.

• How to strengthen dialogue.

• Leadership secrets that cause multiple generations to say: "Yes, I love it here!."

Time Frames:
Keynote: 45 to 90 minutes

Workshop 1.5 to 3 hours

Seminar 3 to 6 hours

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Breakout Sessions that Can Accompany this as a Keynote:
 

	Transforming Teams Into Fun & Innovative "Players"
	Getting It All Done & Still Putting People First
	Leadership, Coaching and Supervisory Skills
	Communication Skills for Leaders
	How to Build Trust
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