Leadership Transformed: Human-Centered Leadership reimagines management by putting people first. It highlights that true success stems not just from strategies and structures, but from valuing individuals—their unique talents, aspirations, and needs.
At its core, human-centered management is about authenticity. It’s about leaders who go beyond managing to mentor and motivate, understanding that their actions and attitudes directly influence team engagement and retention. Authentic leaders embody their values, creating an environment of trust, respect, and collaboration.
Leadership Transformed focuses on enhancing the skills of our community’s senior leaders. Utilizing the Enneagram assessment, peer connections, and other innovative self-discovery tools, leaders gain clarity on their intrinsic leadership qualities. By deepening their self-understanding, they can better connect with their teams, fostering stronger relationships and more effective collaboration.
Skills & Know-How to:
The Business Case: Leaders who focus on their strengths see improvements in their performance and in that of their employees, including employee engagement, retention, and productivity.
When people apply their strengths, they are:
6x as likely to be engaged in their jobs
3x as likely to report having an excellent quality of life
6x as likely to strongly agree they have the opportunity to do what they do best every day
(Suellentrop, A. (2022, October 6). Leadership Authenticity Starts with Knowing Yourself. Gallup: Clifton Strengths.)
This program is designed for senior leaders ready to challenge themselves and make a profound impact. This course is for you if you’re committed to transforming your leadership and organization. Here’s what you can expect:
Our team intentionally creates a safe and welcoming space where all voices are heard and valued. We encourage open dialogue, active listening, and mutual respect among all participants. Our programs are designed to promote collaboration and understanding, recognizing that diverse perspectives lead to a stronger community for all.
All sessions are hosted bi-weekly on Thursdays from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Tuition must be paid in full by the first class session.
If you have questions on payment or need to discuss setting up a payment plan, please contact Rick Treur, Director of Talent & Leadership Programs, at rtreur@grandrapids.org. There are a limited number of partial scholarship funds available. Please submit the following scholarship application form NO LATER than 30 days prior to the first session to be considered.
Please reach out to:
Talent Program Manager
