Consummate Leader Online Course
Coming soon!
So, here you are.
You finally made it to leadership, and you couldn’t be prouder of yourself. Kudos to you!
Yet, sometimes you have the feeling that you don’t always know exactly what you’re doing. You have the basics down-pat. You know how to delegate tasks, hold meetings, and fill out performance appraisals.
- Do you ever feel unsure, misunderstood, or just a little over your head?
- Do you wish you knew what to do to effectively motivate people and create an environment in which they can do their best work?
- Do you want to do so much more than just manage people (and even some parts of that are tricky sometimes)?
- Do you wonder how to actually engage and inspire people and help them to perform at their best?
- Do you want to be a capital-L Leader?
I’ve got you covered.
As you read this, I’m diligently working on the Consummate Leader online course. It will be a fabulous self-study course designed to provide you with a step-by-step guide to take your leadership skills to the next level. Read on to find out what it will be all about and make sure to subscribe to be notified when it launches.
This is a great quote, but talk about pressure! Luckily, I have the perfect solution for you:
The Consummate Leader Online Course
Become a leader who:
- Inspires, engages, and motivates others to meet and exceed goals.
- Understands yourself and others, and uses your insights to relate effectively to those around you.
- Embodies a deep sense of purpose, and creates a meaningful vision for the people who follow you.
- Behaves authentically, instead of putting on a persona that doesn’t feel quite right.
- Connects with your people in a deep way, and leverages those relationships to help them achieve great things.
- Communicates clear and constructive feedback that helps your people to thrive.
- Finds balance in your personal and professional life so you are able to perform at your best.
And that results in:
- More Productivity: Because you and your team are working more effectively, and as a result, are knocking it outside of the park in terms of results.
- Less Frustration: Because you have the tools to reinforce great performance and address problems in a way that maintains everyone’s dignity.
- More Confidence: Because you know the strategies you are using are based on well-researched psychological principles.
- More Fun: Because you know how to create a positive environment that allows others to flourish and produce their best work.
As a bonus, the strategies and techniques I will be teaching you are effective outside of the workplace. Prepare for a fabulous trickle-over effect in your personal life!
The course is based on my book, “The Consummate Leader: a Holistic Guide to Inspiring Growth in Others…and in Yourself” and it is designed for anyone who wants to master the art of leadership. So, whether you’re an aspiring leader, new leader, or a leader with some years under your belt, if you think you could benefit from research-based practical strategies for improving your influencing skills, this course is for you.
So what’s included in the course?
Instant (+Lifetime) Access to All 8 Consummate Leadership Lessons
I’ve been immersed in the field of psychology for over 15 years, as a therapist, university instructor, executive coach, and management consultant, and I’m now thrilled to share my knowledge with you in this amazing course. In the video lessons I cover research, examples of work I have done with real clients, personal experiences, and practical strategies to help you take your leadership skills to the next level. And, I’m told I can be pretty entertaining, so we will have fun in the process.
The Consummate Leader Companion Workbook
If I could wave my magic wand and make everyone a great leader, I would do it, but as far as I know, we don’t have the technology to do that just yet. Becoming a strong leader takes effort (and plenty of homework). So, you will receive a handy-dandy pdf workbook that you can use to complete your assignments, write notes, and keep all your work in one place.
Exclusive Membership to the Consummate Leader Facebook Community
I am creating a private Facebook community for people taking the course to ask questions, share experiences, and get support as you progress on your leadership journey. Because the course is now launching, I honestly don’t know how many people will be in there at the beginning. But, the great part for you, is if it’s just you and me, then you’ll get plenty of advice from the “Good Doctor” (as one of my business associates calls me) if you would like it.
Office Hours with Me, Dr. Patricia Thompson
As a former university instructor and current trainer in corporate clients, I know the value of having live access to your instructor. So, I will be having live office hours via Google Hangouts for all students of the course at various points throughout the year. This will be ask leadership questions, learn from your fellow classmates, and build connections. And, even if you can’t make the office hours, they will be available afterwards so you can get all caught up!
What’s Covered in the Lessons?
Lesson 1 – Characteristics of the Consummate Leader
In this introductory lesson, I provide you with an overview of the course so you’ll know how to navigate everything and make the most of all the resources. Then, I will share the 7 keys to consummate leadership to give you some context for the rest of the material.
Lesson 2 – Self-Awareness
Although the course is about leading other people, we will be starting with you. In Lesson 2, we will be covering the importance of being self-aware as a foundation for everything else that will follow, and I will give you lots of practical strategies and deep questions to get you to the point that you know yourself inside and out.
Lesson 3 – Spirituality
Leaders are much more effective when their work actually means something to them, and when they can communicate an inspiring sense of purpose to their team. In this lesson, I help you to clarify your own sense of purpose and give you a step-by-step guide to instilling a sense of purpose in those who work for you.
Lesson 4 – Self-Management
Strong leaders know how to manage themselves effectively. Whether it is managing self-doubt, managing your beliefs about personal growth, or managing your energy levels, lesson 4 will give you the tools you need to bring your best self to the table.
Lesson 5 – Positivity
Research shows that positive people get the best results. I’m not talking about a Pollyanna approach in which you don’t address issues, nor am I suggesting you paste on a fake smile that everyone can see through. We’re talking genuine positivity. In Lesson 5, I outline some of the research that explains why this is so important, and give you scientifically-proven strategies to give your level of positivity a boost.
Lesson 6 – Authenticity
Sometimes we can get so caught up in playing the role of a leader that we can be reluctant to be ourselves. However, effective leaders know how to bring their true selves and perspectives to the table with confidence. In this lesson, I will explain why being authentic is so critical to strong leadership, and provide you with actionable tips to be appropriately assertive and “real” so others can appreciate your full self.
Lesson 7 – Relationship Building
Although some people believe that the personal and professional shouldn’t mix, consummate leaders know that they are best able to influence others who know, like, and trust them. In Lesson 7 we discuss the importance of interpersonal connection for effective leadership, and give you some strategies and things to think about so you can ensure your relationship building skills are up to par.
Lesson 8 – Coaching and Developing
The heart of great leadership is not only getting your people to do what you have assigned to them; it is also developing them for bigger and better things. In this lesson, we will cover some fascinating research about the best way to coach others, along with an in-depth section on how to give effective feedback that makes sure everything is said (even tough messages), in a way that people can still feel good about.
Can’t wait! Let me know when the course is live!
The Consummate Leader Program Perks
Lifetime Access to the eCourse
While it certainly won’t take you forever to get through the course, if you want to take your time, you can. I know that life can get busy, and that the best laid plans can sometimes go awry. So, you will have access to the course for as long as it exists. There are no deadlines here (don’t you wish that were something you heard more often?). So, work at your own pace, and know that if you take a month off, the course will still be here for you.
The Consummate Leader Workbook
Keep track of all your assignments in one place with the useful Consummate Leader workbook. It is chock-full of exercises and resources so you can make sure you don’t miss a thing from the lessons.
Access to the Consummate Leader Online Community
You will become a member of my exclusive Facebook community. Although this is a self-study course, you don’t have to go it alone. Vent, share successes, and bounce ideas off of me and your fellow members as you move towards leadership greatness.
Live Office Hours with Me
You will become a member of my exclusive Facebook community. Although this is a self-study course, you don’t have to go it alone. Vent, share successes, and bounce ideas off of me and your fellow members as you move towards leadership greatness.
Coaching with Me at a Discounted Rate
For a limited time, enrollees in the course will be able to purchase a one-on-one coaching session with me at $100 off the regular price. As long as you purchase the coaching within 14 days of buying the course, you’re in! (You can schedule the session any time within 3 months of purchase). I would love to get to know you!
Let me know when the course is ready!
And in case you haven’t met me yet…
I’m Dr. Patricia Thompson, and I’m a corporate psychologist who helps leaders engage and inspire their people by teaching them how to develop their talents, unleash their authentic selves, and use research-based strategies to help others fulfill their potentials. On my way to getting my PhD, I was educated at the University of Toronto, Georgia State University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the Emory University School of Medicine. I’ve won awards for teaching, research, and being a general over-achiever in the classroom. For the past 10 years I have been consulting with organizations ranging from small businesses on up to Fortune 500 companies, helping them to foster growth, development, and results in their people. I get a great deal of personal gratification from helping people, whether it is a college student determining his career path, an entry level manager working on being more productive, a CEO determining how best to motivate the people on her team, or a random person needing directions on the street. I LOVE what I do, and am committed to helping you get the best outcomes possible.
Why I Created the Program
I wrote The Consummate Leader because frequently during coaching sessions with clients, they would ask for book suggestions. I struggled to think of books I could recommend that took the holistic research-based approach to professional development that I have seen to be so effective in creating change. So, (somewhat naively) I figured, why not write it myself? A year later I completed it (during my pregnancy and maternity leave), and have been thrilled with all of the great feedback I have gotten about how it has helped others to develop their leadership skills.
I created The Consummate Leader Online Course because some people suggested that they wanted more structure in terms of external accountability and guidance to help them to move through the concepts in the book. In addition, as someone who keeps my nose in a journal, I am always coming across new research and helpful information I want to share. I know that not everyone has the luxury of being able to work one-on-one with an executive coach, so I decided to put together a program that would provide lots of information, resources, and step-by-step guidance to help people to develop into outstanding leaders.
In my work, I have seen the effects of great leadership.
It elevates people, inspires them, and allows teams to accomplish audacious goals.
It is truly a beautiful thing, and I want to cultivate more of that in the world. But the course isn’t about me talking. It’s about you learning, experimenting with new behaviors, and growing, both personally and professionally. Subscribe to be notified when The Consummate Leader Online Course launches.