Connecting with the light of our personal purpose is necessary but not sufficient. To truly know ourselves and lead with courage and integrity, we must also confront our own shadow. This is the work of leading with wholeness, and it will transform the way you understand yourself and the work of leadership.
Participants will be guided through the work of two related exercises:
1) Personal Leadership Mission Statement
This statement articulates our highest aspirations for how we want to be in the world
2) Personal Shadow Mission Statement
This statement challenges us to look clearly at how we are being when we do not live with integrity to our mission
Participants are guided through this work with an engaging mix of leadership theory, myth, a deep dive into Star Wars, reflection and dialogue that results in some suprisingly deep learning in a brief and highly engaging session.
This is a workshop lands powerfully for individuals at every level, from entry level staff to Senior Leaders. It is a powerful and productive exploration of a deeply human dimension of leadership that impacts all of our thoughts and actions, yet is rarely addressed directly and skillfully.
Participants will emerge with the following take-aways:
A new understanding of the relationship between inner and outer change
Enhanced clarity on personal mission
Transformed understanding of personal shadow
New ability to work skillfully with wholeness on both the individual and collective level
Greater compassion and understanding for self and others
This session has been shared with thousands of participants, including idealistic young AmeriCorps members, senior business leaders, social entrepreneurs in Bangladesh, women leaders in India, academics in Europe. and many, many more. It always lands powerful, evoking a surprisingly deep and meaningful dialogue that leads to enduring insights.
Here’s what past participants have to say about the session:
Testimonials
"This session was unlike any other! We dove deep into the realm of building inner leadership, a concept that most of us have never even considered before. But let me tell you, it's a game-changer! Max Klau truly excelled in making it engaging and participatory."
"Max's leadership session was eye-opening, meaningful, and unforgettable. Through his program moderation, our group had their own leadership paths illuminated, giving space for personal and collective growth for years to come. It's hard to believe that in just one hour, Max shows you the tools to change your mindset for a lifetime."
"True leadership is not just about illuminating the path for others; it’s also about making the darkness conscious within us. As Max put it, transformation is a dual journey—changing the world around us and the world within us. I’m inspired to continue this journey of self-discovery and leadership with authenticity and purpose."
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