FOR LEADERS WHO ARE READERS
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AUTHORS SPEAK Series
Take part in our free Authors Speak series, a 1 Hour online interview with bestselling authors and leadership experts who are deeply passionate about people, growth and driving change. Bring your questions to the 30-minute audience Q&A. A fantastic opportunity for collaborative learning with your team and peers. Your interest will determine which books are featured in our upcoming Leadership Learning Labs.
Previously recorded sessions
Jalene E. Murphy: modern day courage
Looking for the courage to face life’s challenges? In this heartfelt interview, Jalene E. Murphy shares the inspiration behind Modern Day Courage: 7 Daily Acts of Bravery to Build the Life You Want. Jalene opens up about navigating grief, shame, and self-doubt—and how small, daily acts of bravery can transform your life. From mental health to letting go of perfectionism, this is a raw and uplifting conversation about healing, truth, and inner peace. 🎧 Tune in for insights on: Reclaiming your voice through daily courage The messy, beautiful path of healing Why peace always starts within 📚 Book + resources: jalenemurphy.com 📲 Follow: @jaleneemurphy
Sarah Noll Wilson: Don’t Feed the Elephants! Overcoming the Art of Avoidance to Build Powerful Partnerships
Get ready for your next transformational read! Over 15 years in the making, Don’t Feed the Elephants! is a deep dive into avoidance in relationships, and in doing so creating a harmful barrier to success. Great relationships aren’t the ones where there’s no conflict, but the ones where you can resolve and recover from the conflict and thrive because of it. Where you can step into the fire together and both come out stronger. When we approach our metaphorical elephants-in-the-room with compassion, curiosity and courage, we’re able to dance in the moment with other people in a vulnerable way that opens our relationships to powerful possibilities. By the end of this conversation with Sarah and our review of Don’t Feed the Elephants!, you’ll be equipped to push past your comfort zone, roll up your sleeves and get curious.
Jen Goldman-Wetzler, Ph.D.: Optimal Outcomes; Free Yourself from Conflict at Work, At Home and in Life
Why Traditional Conflict Resolution Fails according to Dr. Jen Goldman-Wetzler, author of Optimal Outcomes: Free Yourself from Conflict at Work, Home, and in Life: Most methods rely on collaboration and compromise 🤝 Some conflicts seem unsolvable, trapping us in a conflict loop 🔄 The Optimal Outcomes Method offers a way to break free and find lasting peace ✨ Blending mindfulness, Jungian psychology, and practical, step-by-step advice this book will free anyone from seemingly impossible conflict. Once you learn and apply these practices, you’ll reach your Optimal Outcome—which may be vastly different from what you originally imagined, but more satisfying than you ever dreamed possible. Key takeaways from our conversation with Dr. Goldman-Wetzler: Not all conflicts need resolution—sometimes the best choice is to walk away Your Optimal Outcome may look different than expected but will be deeply satisfying Combining mindfulness, psychology, and strategy creates lasting change Breaking free from conflict improves relationships at work, home, and in life Connect with Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler Email: jgoldman@alignmentstrategiesgroup.com LinkedIn: / jen-goldman-wetzler Website: https://jengoldmanwetzler.com
LEADERSHIP LEARNING LABS
Get Serious – Go Beyond the Book!
Tap into the power of collaborative learning in our Leadership Learning Labs. We have re-invented the old-fashioned book club.
Our Approach
Our programs are designed to accelerate growth as you:
Step 1: Read & Reflect
Prioritize professional development and learning through reading, followed by reflection time with questions to guide your thinking.
Step 2: Engage, Learn & Reflect
Guided by an executive coach, in conversation with your peers and/or team, explore different perspectives to deepen your understanding. Hone your critical thinking skills.
Step 3: Commit and Reflect
Choose a behaviour or strategy to enhance your leadership skills and commit to practicing it between sessions.
Step 4: Grow and Reflect
Celebrate your growth; be prepared to share challenges and success with your peers to deepen the learning for everyone.
Step 5: Celebrate sustainable results!
Private Corporate Program
designed for an internal team of 6-to-10 leaders with the option to choose from books featured in our Authors Speak series, a book from our public program, or we will work with you to select a book that addresses a specific challenge you are experiencing in your organization.
Big Benefit
A secure setting where leaders and teams feel empowered to share their perspectives openly. Guided by a tenured and experienced executive coach, this program is customized to address the specific needs of both the team and individuals, assisting them in developing actionable strategies for improvement. Through this personalized approach, the entire team collaborates to evolve and grow together.