Course Description
A 2 or 3-Day Hands-On Workshop
In today's dynamic landscape, federal executives are immersed in an environment that demands continual adaptation and proactive leadership. As a leader poised for high performance, you likely find yourself at the forefront of spearheading change initiatives within your organization. But change extends beyond internal operations; it impacts a broad spectrum of stakeholders. This course is designed to refine your executive acumen, equipping you with the essential strategies for effective change management and strategic thinking. Engage in group projects with your peers to hone your ability to collaborate across divisions, manage diverse stakeholders, and comprehend the broader impacts of change as influenced by the Executive Branch.
Who Should Attend
This course is tailored for GS-14 and GS-15 level individuals (or equivalent) who are targeting roles within the Senior Executive Service (SES), including participants in SES Candidate Development Programs. This training is a pivotal step for those ready to elevate their leadership in navigating and implementing significant organizational changes.
Subjects Covered in this Workshop
This program enhances your political astuteness, communication prowess, and external awareness through interactive and practical learning experiences. You will:
- Navigate and strategize around the internal and external political factors that affect your organization’s vision and mission, improving your interactions with key constituencies.
- Deepen your understanding of the roles and influence of Congress and the President in governmental change processes.
- Implement innovative concepts to think and act with greater strategic insight and collaboration.
- Participate in a group project focusing on teamwork, strategic thought and planning, stakeholder engagement, and political analysis.
- Increase self-awareness and manage workplace relationships more effectively by developing your emotional intelligence.
Air Force Competencies Addressed / Proficiency Levels
Employing Military Capabilities
- Operational and Strategic Art
- Unit, AF, Joint, and Coalition Capabilities
- Non-Adversarial Crisis Response
Enterprise Perspective
- Enterprise Structure and Relationships
- Government Organization and Processes
- Global, Regional, and Cultural Awareness
- Strategic Communication
Managing Organizations and Resources
- Resource Stewardship (Skilled)
- Change Management (Advanced)
- Continuous Improvement (Advanced)
Strategic Thinking
- Vision (Skilled)
- Decision Making (Skilled)
- Adaptability (Skilled)
Leading People
- Develops and Inspires Others
- Takes Care of People (Skilled)
- Diversity (Skilled)
Fostering Collaborative Relationships
- Builds Teams and Coalitions
- Negotiating
Embodies Airman Culture
- Ethical Leadership (Proficient)
- Followership
- Warrior Ethos (Skilled)
- Develops Self (Skilled)
Communicating
- Speaking and Writing (Proficient)
- Active Listening (Proficient)
9.6 Overall effectiveness
9.8 Presented Effectively
9.6 Relevant to Development
9.6 Apply Training
9.8 Would Recommend
- JBSA
- Tinker AFB
- WPAFB
“The Challenge of leadership by Beyond Influence, has both taught me to lead and given me the tools to do it. I am currently six months into a year long DoD leadership development program. In my opinion this course has done more by giving me the tools needed to not only effectively lead a team, but to lead my peers and by boss as well. I believe this course has the potential to eliminate the effects of toxic leadership without eliminating the leader.”-GS-13, Vectored
“Immediate applicability in professional and personal life. I would invite the entire Air Force.” -Lt. Colonel, USAF
“I highly recommend this course to anyone who has leadership aspirations. I will be applying the information I learned as it was eye-opening and practical. If CO’s and first-line supervisors were to attend this course, the culture of the workplace would be impacted in a very positive way.” -GS-13, Vectored
“This course added a number of tools to my belt to more effectively communicate and encourage/influence better outcomes and relationships. Personal insight supporting concepts really hit home and made me think about how I act and work with those around me. This was a stretching experience for me.” -Colonel, USAF
