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Leading From Where You Are

Leading From Where You Are (LFWYA) helps individual contributors develop the skills necessary to lead from within their current position.

Fall 2024 Cohort Update – Applications Closed

September 24, 2024

Thank you for your interest! Applications for the Fall 2024 Leading From Where You Are (LFWYA) cohort are now closed. Stay tuned for future opportunities and cohort updates.

Using a blended learning methodology, LFWYA brings participants through sessions with instructor-led programming, self-directed learning, independent article review, and group discussion. As a result, participants emerge with an increased awareness of themselves professionally and how they can make an impact on their team within their current role.

Eight unique sessions comprise the course. Learning groups meet between each session to discuss the session topics and put the information to practical use. Participants are also responsible for reviewing articles, videos, etc., related to the upcoming session.

Feedback About LFWYA

I learned so much about myself and about my learning and communication styles. Knowing my strengths and weaknesses really helped me understand how best to communicate and work together with colleagues of all MBTI types.

LFWYA Participant

My initial goal was to take on more responsibility within my team, and in December I got a promotion, so this course likely helped me make that happen by encouraging me to initially speak up and ask!

LFWYA Participant

Eligibility Criteria

This program is for individual contributors, Grade 6 or above, who want to contribute more to their teams and projects and develop their leadership skills. Staff who manage others as direct reports are not eligible. Participants must have completed at least one formal performance review cycle and obtained an overall rating of effective, highly effective, or exceptional. They must have manager approval to be considered for the program.