Brain research and neuro science show that the human brain is not designed for broad, long-term strategic thinking. But leaders will be empowered to learn that these advanced skills can be developed. This practical program maximizes the use of executive functions that lie dormant in the brain. Leaders will unlock the strategic power of the brain and learn powerful techniques for generating creativity and innovation.
Leadership Challenges Addressed
Brain research and neuro science show that the human brain is not designed for broad, long-term strategic thinking – yet this is exactly what leaders must do in order to be effective. In addition, traditional techniques such as brainstorming were developed before the research was available that now shows why they don’t work to induce creativity and innovation.
Target Audience
- Senior Leaders
- Middle Managers
Purpose & Outcomes
This program empowers leaders to develop the advanced brain functions of strategy and long-term thinking. It maximizes the use of executive functions that lie dormant in the brain. Leaders will unlock the strategic power of the brain and learn powerful techniques for generating creativity and innovation
Program Composition
Through a combination of workshops, readings, practice and feedback, this program increases participants’ capacity for effective and relevant strategic thinking.
Topics covered include:
- Brain structures involved in strategic thinking
- Optimizing conditions for strategic thinking
- Brain-based creativity and innovation techniques
- Keeping emotions in their place
- The courage to lead change
Program Duration
Six months – approximately ½ day per month in a group setting, plus an hour per month of one-on-one coaching.
Please contact us to discuss bringing the Strategic Thinking – Innovative Leading program to your organization.