Cultivate Caring Leaders: How to Coach Any (yes ANY!) Leader to Convey Compassion

On-Demand
CE Credits: 1.25
Cost: $29-49

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Description

In tumultuous times, workplace tensions run high. Leaders under pressure may struggle to act with compassion – leaving their colleagues feeling unsupported and in a state of stress that can inhibit effectiveness and send culture downhill fast.

The good news? Compassion is coachable. Discover the 9 key behaviors compassionate leaders flex most – and how to develop them in any (yes, ANY!) leader.

We will share research findings about the relationship between compassion and leadership effectiveness across the board – not just relational effectiveness. Our evidence-based approach to developing compassionate leaders is based on a global sample of 5,765 leaders. The results will be brought to life through small and large group discussions that draw on the wisdom of the room and turn research findings into insights that attendees can apply to their consulting work immediately. This will be an engaging and interactive session.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Describe at least three ways that compassionate leaders outperform their less compassionate counterparts.

  • List and describe nine behavioral shifts for conveying greater compassion.

  • List three potential roadblocks for leaders working to develop compassion.

Presenters

Maria Brown, Ph.D.
Maria D. Brown, Ph.D., is a researcher, educator, and executive coach at MRG, a Portland, Maine-based global leader in assessment and leadership development. Maria is trained as a Developmental Psychologist and has spent over two decades studying human development across the lifespan. Maria’s research, which she presents to audiences around the world, explores contemporary themes in leadership, motivation, and professional development. Her research has been published in Coaching Perspectives Magazine, Talent Development Magazine, and several scientific journals. In her role at MRG, she spearheads the research and education functions. Her work includes ensuring assessments are relevant and psychometrically sound and overseeing the training of practitioners around the world. Maria is based in Kentucky, USA. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Boston, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Psychology from Vanderbilt University.
 
 
Tricia Naddaff
For over 35 years, Tricia Naddaff has been an advocate for research-informed leadership development, supporting individuals and organizations around the world with coaching, consulting, and data-driven insights. She is the longtime President of Management Research Group (MRG), an international leader in development and assessment tools for self-awareness and personal and professional growth. Tricia works extensively with MRG’s worldwide network of consultants and clients, providing thought leadership and coaching to assist in their development work with both individuals and organizations. She has spearheaded development programs for several of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations, including the ICRC, USAID and UNHCR. Tricia speaks globally to audiences who want to increase the positive impact they have in their organizations and the world around them. A TEDx Dirigo speaker, she is a contributor to Global Coaching Perspectives: The Association for Coaching Magazine (UK).

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