2010 Seminar

14th Annual K-State Leadership Seminar

Wednesday, March 24, 2010
8:00am – 5:00pm
K-State Student Union
Manhattan, KS

Hunker down, or press reset?

In today's uncertain times, many leaders will hunker down and do business as usual, relying on short-term fixes to help their organizations and communities weather the storm. But the expertise we relied on in the past got us to where we are now. The significant challenges we face today call for a new kind of leadership – an approach that requires adaptation and leaders who aren't afraid to press the reset button.

Adaptive Leadership grew out of the work of Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linsky, who have spent more than 30 years researching and teaching the practice of leadership at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. It is the practice of mobilizing people to tackle tough challenges and thrive. It is about being able, both individually and collectively, to take on the gradual but meaningful process of adaptation. Adaptive Leadership is for organizations, communities, and individuals who want to create a culture that is better able to deal with difficult issues of change more openly and effectively. [Adapted from Cambridge Leadership Associates.]

Join us for a provocative and challenging seminar as we explore the concept of Adaptive Leadership. Gain insights from experienced practitioners, and engage with other participants in interactive breakout sessions to enhance your learning about the skills and tools utilized by Adaptive Leaders.