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No applications for this program will be accepted after all vacancies have been filled. Unsuccessful applicants will have their monies refunded in full. Cancellation prior to two weeks before the program date (cut-off date) will incur a 15% service charge per applicant. This program will be payable in full for cancellations made on or after the cut-off date or for failure to attend the program. All cancellations must be in writing and emailed to us. In the event of insufficient applications this program will not proceed and registration monies be fully refunded. In the event of this program being cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances registration monies only will be refunded as Critical Agendas will not accept liability for the payment of any other associated costs. Critical Agendas reserves the right to vary the advertised programs prior to commencement. Please note Critical Agendas reserves the right to transfer participants from face to face to webinar format with price adjustments (if required), should minimum numbers not be met for face to face event
Positive Leadership in Schools: An Existential Approach
Overview:
“Positive Leadership in Schools: An Existential Approach” is a dynamic workshop designed to equip educational leaders with advanced leadership tools that blend positive organisational psychology with existential principles. This workshop explores leadership styles that not only foster growth and trust but also encourage a deeper engagement with personal and organisational values, aligning work with a meaningful educational mission.
Objectives:
– To introduce leadership theories grounded in positive psychology with an integration of existential philosophy.
– To empower leaders to create a vision that resonates on a deeper existential level with their teams and the broader school community.
– To develop leadership skills that promote a positive, supportive, and growth-oriented school culture.
– To enhance leaders’ ability to manage themselves and their relationships with others through a framework that values authenticity and meaningful connections.
Workshop Content:
1. Existential Leadership Foundations: Understanding the role of existential thought in leadership—how leaders can find and impart meaning, purpose, and authenticity in their interactions and decision-making processes.
2. **Crafting a Vision with Purpose**: Techniques for leaders to develop and communicate a compelling vision that connects with the personal and professional aspirations of their staff.
3. Leadership Styles that Foster Growth and Trust: Exploring various leadership styles through the lens of positive psychology, and how these can be adapted to include existential principles to enhance motivation and engagement.
4. Building a Positive School Culture: Strategies for cultivating an environment where staff and students feel valued and inspired, focusing on creating meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging.
5. Navigating Challenges Existentially: Handling common leadership challenges in schools by applying existential strategies, focusing on authenticity, resilience, and adaptive change.
6. Workshop Activities and Role-Playing: Interactive sessions where participants can practice their leadership approaches in simulated scenarios, receiving feedback in a supportive setting.
7. Sustaining Change and Impact: Discussion on maintaining and adapting existential leadership practices over time, ensuring that they continue to inspire and lead effectively in changing educational landscapes.
Benefits:
Participants will leave with a sophisticated understanding of how existentialism and positive psychology can be woven into leadership practices to create more meaningful and effective educational environments. Leaders will be equipped with practical tools and insights that promote personal and professional growth, trust, and a positive, purpose-driven school culture.
Facilitator:
The workshop is led by a seasoned Positive Psychology Coach with deep expertise in coaching psychology, positive organisational psychology, and existential well-being. The facilitator is dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of educational leaders through tailored training that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities within educational settings.
