Frequently Asked Questions – Leadership Development 

What’s the difference between training and leadership development? 
Training can be one of many ways to develop leaders.  Others include stretch assignments, special projects, coaching, job shadowing, international assignments, and professional conferences to name a few.  Leadership development usually encompasses a combination of these approaches and may include training on a series of related topics organized as an Academy.  

Who participates in your programs? 
We work with a variety of groups ranging from individuals who are beginning to assume leadership roles to those who have held them over many years.   

Can you give me some examples of topics that you address in leadership development programs? 
We address topics such as communications, supervision, teamwork, emotional intelligence, accountability, time management, critical thinking, transition management, performance reviews, and difficult conversations, among others.   

Will I get the same program as my competitor? 
Each program is tailored to the needs of the client.  We maintain the information that our clients share with us under the strictest standards of confidentiality.  
 
How do I know that we need a leadership development program? 
Our clients often request leadership development programs when they promote employees into supervisory positions, when their businesses are growing, or when they want to be even more successful at what they do.  Beginning to consider investing in a leadership development program for your company is the first step.  Contact us and we will work with you to see if it is the right solution for your company.