The Aspen Institute Leading Change in Government Seminar
Principles of Effective Leadership for Rapidly Changing Times
Overview
In FEI's Aspen Institute Leading Change in Government Seminar; participants work together to explore different methods of effective leadership and the complex relationships between leaders and followers. The seminar focuses on the values, beliefs, and organizational structures that impede or facilitate change. Executives learn to ask fundamental questions that deepen and broaden their innovative, creative and responsive talents as you implement transitions within agencies. During the seminar you will:
- extend your thought processes
- sharpen your vision and
- discover your personal talents for leading change
You begin by engaging in an in-depth discussion of modes of leadership ranging from the inspired idealist to the ruthless survivor. Next, you consider the drivers of change and the ways people resist change. You will discuss issues of leadership in Government, especially the appropriate qualities of public leaders. The seminar concludes with participants jointly proposing approaches to problem solving in light of the readings.
The Aspen Institute is an international nonprofit institution dedicated to enhancing the quality of leadership. Programs are led by moderators whose education and experience enable them to create a challenging but supportive environment.
How You Will Benefit
- Learn to lead from peers
- Motivate through communicating a leadership vision
- Foster environments conducive to achieving goals
- Reach a deeper understanding of values-based leadership
- Create a personal and practical "guidebook" of values for leading change
Who Should Attend
SES members, GS-14s/15s and their equivalents