Leadership in 4 Directions Masterclass - for Illinois ASBO Members

Unlock the Essentials to Becoming a Great Leader

Next 6-week session runs from October 5th to November 12th.

Deadline to register is Monday, September 28th.

I enjoyed the Leadership in 4 Directions Masterclass so much that I was a little sad when we all had to say goodbye during our last session! I made some new friends while learning and growing my leadership skills. I was impressed by the fullness of content and sharing that occurred. Diamond6 went above and beyond my expectations for an online program!

- Terry Haas, Chief Financial Officer, Mooresville Graded School District

The L4D Masterclass is a live, 6-week, online program that will change the way you think & act as a leader and change-maker.

Overview

You lead in four directions - no matter your title. You lead your boss, you lead others, you lead your peers, and you lead yourself.

The key to success is leading in ALL these directions consciously, confidently, and consistently. In this course you will learn about the fundamental leadership strategies of each direction, connect with like-minded professionals across the country, and develop your own personal blueprint for leadership success!This entire e-course is conducted online using video teleconference and other online tools. You can do everything from the comfort of your home or office.

The Leadership in 4 Directions Masterclass was an amazing find for me! I was able to find reassurance that I was doing a good job as a leader in many respects, and identified areas that need work, so I can become even better in the future. This experience was well worth the investment in both time and money.

- Dave Sudhoff, VP, Service Division, Smith-Boughan Mechanical

Is This Course Right For You?

This course is for new and experienced managers, team leaders, and business professionals. If you are someone who wants to make a positive impact on your organization, your career, and grow your confidence as a leader then the Leadership in 4 Directions Masterclass is right for you.

You get the tools, strategies, and support you need to set yourself apart, today!


How You Will Benefit

  • Learn the important differences between leadership and management.
  • Apply enduring leadership lessons to solve your current leadership challenges.
  • Boost your courage and confidence as a leader and change-maker in your organization.
  • Prepare yourself, your career, and organization for the inevitable change our world is experiencing.
  • Develop a relationship with your boss built on mutual trust and respect so your ideas are.
  • Explore how your decisions and actions can have a ripple effect on your impact on colleagues and coworkers.
  • Recognize the role self-care plays in effective leadership and how creating personal and professional harmony is critical for all leaders.

Taking the Leadership in 4 Directions Masterclass was simply wonderful! I really helped me expand my understanding of leadership as well as validate my leadership beliefs. I truly enjoyed meeting and learning from the other participants who I will stay connected with. I highly recommend taking this program to expand your horizon on leadership and to truly learn from others.

- Melissa Doberstein, Ed.M., Director, Presidential Leadership Academy, The Pennsylvania State University

What We Will Cover

Week 1: Leadership Fundamentals

  • Answer critical and often misunderstood leadership questions
  • Provide an accurate, thoughtful, and timely definition of true leadership
  • How to adapt and innovate despite inevitable change and uncertainty

Week 2: How to Lead Your Boss

  • The only two ways you can lead your boss - and which way, is the best way
  • Examining questions you can ask to lead your boss so you can be heard, respected, and trusted
  • Strategies for being a good follower so you AND your boss succeed

Week 3: How to Lead Others

  • How to foster individual creativity, innovation, and ambition to improve organizational outcomes
  • Using the "Heat Shield" method to build trust in yourself and foster innovation in your team
  • Navigating the challenges and leveraging the strengths of multiple generations in the workplace

Week 4: How to Lead Your Peers

  • Managing conflicts of loyalty and ethics, confidence, and competence
  • The characteristics required by individuals that create cohesive, successful, and effective teams
  • Building supportive individual and organizational networks that help you develop your leadership skills

Week 5: How to Lead Yourself

  • The importance of investing in yourself so you continue to grow both personally and professionally
  • Simple ways to improve your energy and better manage stress
  • Understand how your actions impact individual and organizational well-being

Week 6: Create Your Personal Leadership Blueprint

  • Raising awareness around your professional relationships and how you can continue to improve them.
  • Developing a clear plan to help you continue to develop leadership skills while making a positive impact.
  • Build your confidence as a leader and change-maker in your organization and community.

What's Included

  • Weekly, live, content-rich online class focused on exactly what you need to know.
  • Facilitated group discussions and Q&A sessions that foster peer-to-peer learning and address common leadership challenges.
  • Participation in a carefully selected mastermind group where you will brainstorm creative solutions for your specific needs using weekly reflection questions.
  • Networking with other like-minded professionals from across the country.
  • Exclusive access to the Leadership in 4 Directions Masterclass portal. This contains all the curriculum for the course including class and group discussion recordings (video and audio), the course workbook, and weekly learning materials, and more!
  • Invitation to private Facebook discussion group for ongoing networking, sharing, Q&A, and support.
  • Full course and processing of 18 PD credits through Illinois ASBO.

Jeff’s personal stories, on-target articles and entertaining video clips were perfectly blended and created an engaging online leadership course. I especially enjoyed the genuine, inclusive and lively discussions with my mastermind group. Valuable takeaways. Take this class – highly recommend!

- Glorie Josephs, Presidential Leadership Academy, Penn State University

Course Schedule

Participants will meet each week on designated days for presentations, mastermind meetings, and group discussion. Expect to spend 3-4 hours on this course each week (this includes all presentations, meetings, and weekly readings).

The course schedule is as follows:

Monday @ 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT: Live online presentation + Q&A on one of six key topics with Dr. Jeff McCausland
Tuesday - Wednesday: Mastermind groups meet at a day and time they choose
Thursday @ 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT: Weekly group debrief
Friday - Sunday - Review videos and short readings in preparation for next week's presentation

The Monday presentation is recorded and will be made available within 24 hours. Participants can watch the recording if they can't make the presentation live. However, we do expect participants to actively participate in their mastermind groups and attend the weekly group debriefs as often as they can.

Got Questions? Ask away!

For any questions about this course please email us at: [email protected].

Your Instructor


Dr. Jeff McCausland, Ph.D.
Dr. Jeff McCausland, Ph.D.

Dr. Jeff McCausland is the Founder and CEO of Diamond6 Leadership & Strategy, LLC. Since 2000, both domestic and internationally, Dr. McCausland has conducted numerous executive leadership development workshops and consulted for leaders in public education, US government institutions, non-profit organizations, and corporations.

He is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Army Airborne and Ranger schools, and the Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. He holds both a Masters and Ph.D. from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University.

Dr. McCausland is a Visiting Professor of International Security at Dickinson College, serves as a Senior Fellow at the Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership at the U.S. Naval Academy and the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs in New York. He is also an adjunct fellow at both CSIS and the RAND Corporation in Washington, DC.

Dr. McCausland is a retired Colonel from the U.S. Army and former Dean of Academics at the U.S. Army War College. He was a Visiting Professor of International Law and Diplomacy at the Penn State Dickinson School of Law and Graduate School of International Affairs.

During his military career Dr. McCausland served in a variety of command and staff positions both in the United States and Europe during the Kosovo crisis and Operations Desert Shield and Storm.

Dr. McCausland has both published and lectured broadly on military affairs, European security issues, the Gulf War, and leadership throughout the United States and over thirty countries. He has been a national security consultant for CBS television and radio since 2003. Consequently, he has been a frequent commentator on the ongoing conflicts in both countries as well as other stories focused on national security. Dr. McCausland has also appeared and been interviewed by news stations and publications such as: MSNBC, CSPAN, CNN, the CBS Evening News, the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Boston Globe.

Awards:

2010-2015: Distinguished Visiting Professor of Research and Minerva Chairholder, U.S. Army War College

2002-2004: Class of 1961 Chair of Leadership, U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD


Frequently Asked Questions


How long do I have access to the course?
All course content will be archived for 30 days after the course ends.
Will classes be recorded?
Yes! The Monday presentation will be recorded. All recordings will be loaded to the course portal within 24 hours.
Do I have to attend the live classes?
We understand that everyone is very busy and sometimes schedules are unpredictable. However, you only get as much out of a learning experience as you put into it! We suggest reviewing your scheduled closely for the 6-week period to make sure you can make the time to be an active participant in this course.
How much time will I have to invest each week?
To get the most out of this course you should expect to invest about 4 hours each week. That includes time spent on live classes, meeting with your mastermind group, and reviewing some short videos and articles to prepare for the following week. Yes, it's a time investment AND you will be amazed that it will have been worth every minute!

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