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Strategic Thinking

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
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Strategic Thinking February 15 - 16, 2012 Atlanta, GA   More than ever, today’s leaders need the ability to execute tactically, as well as work and think strategically. To do this, you must be able to look outside your own area of responsibility for new ideas, discern the true value of the data you collect, and craft solutions with the potential to deliver real strategic value. Discover your capabilities as a strategic thinker, gain an understanding of the key components of strategic thinking, and apply practical tools during an instructional case study. Who Should Attend Leaders and managers who want to think strategically about their work and its value to the organization Benefits & Outcomes Learn practical approaches for identifying key strategic issues and opportunities Exercise discipline and build strategic thinking into your work regimen Sort through ambiguity and information clutter so that you can focus on what matters strategically Acquire the perspective and tools to create an environment in which you, your colleagues and key players can think and work more strategically Price:  $1,395.00 Type: Workshop Length: 2   day(s) For more information or to register, call Gail at 301-299-0607 or email her at gmcgaha@spisolutions.com Strategic Partners, Inc.www.spisolutions.com  … [Read more...]

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Organizational Analysis and Design

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Organizational Analysis and Design February 9 - 10, 2012 Chicago, IL   The design of an organization can impact everything, from proper work flow to ultimate success at the bottom line. Participants in this program will learn the dynamics, processes, and challenges inherent in analyzing and designing an organization to achieve business results. Explore a systematic approach for guiding an organizational design effort—from problem identification, to design recommendations and planning the transformation. Who Should Attend OD professionals and anyone with a background in OD methodology Benefits & Outcomes Identify problems, key roles, and phases in the organizational analysis and design (OAD) process Leverage the two critical domains of OAD work—analyzing the current business model and facilitating design enhancements Ensure your analysis, design and transformation efforts follow a systemic approach aligned with the organization’s mission and values Total CPEs: 16 Price:  $1,395.00 Type: Workshop Length: 2   day(s) Related Courses: For more information or to register, call Gail at 301-299-0607 or email her at gmcgaha@spisolutions.com Strategic Partners, Inc.www.spisolutions.com  … [Read more...]

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Leading Organizational Transition: Train-the-Trainer Program

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
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Leading Organizational Transition: Train-the-Trainer Program February 7 - 9, 2012  San Francisco   Offered in exclusive partnership with William Bridges & Associates   Even with a solid change strategy in place, plans are abandoned, implementation is delayed or employee resistance is unexpectedly high. Proper management of the human side of change is the critical missing link in change initiatives. In exclusive partnership with William Bridges & Associates, Linkage offers the highly-acclaimed Three-Phase Transition Model to address the human side of change. William Bridges’ model has stood the test of time and has provided individuals and organizations across sectors with a framework and tools for successfully embracing change. Who Should Attend HR and OD professionals with a background in change management Benefits & Outcomes Lead individuals through strategic change initiatives Develop coaching skills needed to help employees deal with constant change and loss Become part of an established network of Certified Bridges Trainers Total CPEs: 24 Price:  $2,595.00 Type: Train the Trainer Length: 3   day(s) For more information on how to register, call Gail at 301-299-0607 or email her at gmcgaha@spisolutions.com Strategic Partners, Inc.www.spisolutions.com  … [Read more...]

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Achieving Success

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Achieving Success as an Internal Consultant Bev Scott and our Barnes & Conti CEO Kim Barnes, co-authors of Consulting on the Inside, 2nd Edition, will present this all-day workshop at the Organization Development Network (ODN) Conference in Baltimore on October 29. This workshop will review the challenges and paradoxes of the demanding role of the internal consultant, offer ideas and tips to lay the foundation for success and provide a review of the internal consulting process. Participants will study various models and practice the skills of influence and negotiation which are key to the success of the internal consultant. Please call Gail McGaha at 301-299-0607 x2 to register.  We are pleased to offer a $100 discount off the registration fee. Just mention the discount when you call to register. Oct. 29, 2011 Baltimore, MD   … [Read more...]

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Public Workshop: Mentoring the Gap

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment

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September Public Offerings: Innovation, Strategic Thinking

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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As our summers wind down and September approaches, SPI wants to let you know about upcoming open enrollment programs by our partner Barnes & Conti. In addition to their popular programs on influence and innovation management, they will be hosting the only public offering of their renowned Strategic Thinking program this year. Strategic Thinking: Leadership Practices for Innovative Organizations A program for leaders at all levels of an organization who need to think strategically, anticipate issues, solve problems, and make decisions based on new and emerging information while keeping the long-term vision in mind. In this workshop, participants will learn how and when to apply different types of thinking—systems thinking, critical thinking, and creative thinking—to a problem or opportunity and how to work with stakeholders to make and implement decisions. We are offering Strategic Thinking on September 19, in Berkeley, California. Here is what a large biotech company's director of global training and development had to say:     ...(the implementation of this program) has allowed this team to think differently and allowed them to move out of their traditional approaches to product development, product launches and marketing. Overall the Strategic Thinking model from Barnes and Conti has increased our ability to adjust to the changes that occur in our markets, products and competition. Strategic Thinking: Leadership Practices for Innovative Organizations Sept. 19,  2011  in Berkeley, CA Click for more information Click here to register Managing Innovation: Driving Ideas from Strategic Initiative to Value Creation Managing Innovation, which is offered on September 20, is designed to provide managers and facilitators of innovation or innovative teams with an opportunity to discover and practice the mind-sets and skill-sets that are needed to manage a successful “Innovation Journey” from a strategic initiative to the creation of … [Read more...]

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The Leadership Institute – August & October 2011

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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The Leadership Institute develops better leaders so that they can reach higher levels of success and produce better results for their organizations. The Institute accomplishes this by developing essential competencies and skills, introducing new approaches and global best practices, and inspiring personal commitment to development that lasts a lifetime. This four-day immersion program integrates the best learning methods employed by university executive education programs and leadership academies to deliver accelerated growth. The Institute will be led by leading faculty who will work to challenge your existing leadership framework and provide new insight for sustainable behavioral change. Who Should Attend Managers and leaders who have sustained high performance in current and past jobs while demonstrating the ability to take on increased responsibility. Benefits & Outcomes Enhance the skills and abilities of the team members responsible for leading your organization Assist executives in developing an action plan for change Empower participants to constantly assess their individual and organizational performance Achieve lasting retention of your highest potentials and build your next generation of leaders/successors Enhance organizational capacity for innovation, talent development, change, and growth Call Gail McGaha to register for this four-day immersion program 301-299-0607 x 2 Program Dates: August 16 - 19, 2011 – Washington, DC October 4 – 7, 2011 – Atlanta, GA Partner: Linkage, Inc. Cost: $3,995.00     … [Read more...]

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Leading Organizational Transition: Train-the-Trainer Program – Washington, DC – June 21, 2011

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Leading Organizational Transition: Train-the-Trainer Program – Washington, DC - June 21, 2011 SPI partner Linkage along with William Bridges & Associates, are pleased to announce Leading Organizational Transition:  Train-the-Trainer Even with a solid change strategy in place, plans are abandoned, implementation is delayed or employee resistance is unexpectedly high. Proper management of the human side of change is the critical missing link in change initiatives. In exclusive partnership with William Bridges & Associates, Linkage offers the highly-acclaimed Three-Phase Transition Model to address the human side of change. William Bridges’ model has stood the test of time and has provided individuals and organizations across sectors with a framework and tools for successfully embracing change. … [Read more...]

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The Learning Café at Training 2011 Conference & Expo

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Devon and Diane will present “Build Better managers in 90 minutes” in a Headliner Session on Monday, February 7th, 3:15 – 4:15 pm, at Training magazine’s 34th annual conference and expo in San Diego. Certificate Programs: February 4 – 6 Training 2011 Conference: February 7 – 9 Training 2011 Expo: February 7 – 8 Build Better Managers in 90 Minutes Front line managers’ days are busy and unpredictable. When managers understand and address employee needs at each phase of the employee cycle, the result is performance and engagement. In their high-speed work environments, they only have time for training that is fast and targeted. Can busy people learn a new skill in 90 minutes? The answer is “Yes,” if some important learning principles are in place. Learn: Five Powerhouse Skills —Matching management training to the employee cycle with key skills to engage employees from recruitment to retirement. The 90-minute Payoff —Maximizing skill building when there’s “no time to train.” Essentials of Engagement —Making the case for engagement to first-line, front line managers, and supervisors. DATE: Monday, February 7, 2011 TIME: 03:15pm to 04:15pm LOCATION: San Diego, CA FACILITATOR: Devon Scheef and Diane Thielfoldt TYPE: Public Conference Click here to  email Gail McGaha for details. … [Read more...]

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Linkage’s Leadership Institute

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment

The Leadership Institute develops better leaders so that they can reach higher levels of success and produce better results for their organizations. The Institute accomplishes this by developing essential competencies and skills, introducing new approaches and global best practices, and inspiring personal commitment to development that lasts a lifetime. This four-day immersion program integrates the best learning methods employed by university executive education programs and leadership academies to deliver accelerated growth. The Institute will be led by leading faculty who will work to challenge your existing leadership framework and provide new insight for sustainable behavioral change. March 28 – 31 – Washington, DC Price:  $3,995 Type: Workshop Click here to email Gail McGaha for details. … [Read more...]

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