This interactive half-day workshop is designed for professionals eager to understand and leverage AI in their work. You'll move from curiosity to clarity as we demystify AI concepts, explore practical applications, and empower you with tools to start integrating AI into your daily tasks and decision-making. Whether you're an AI novice or just starting to explore its potential, this session provides a foundational understanding and actionable steps to confidently embrace the possibilities of AI.

Refreshments will be provided.

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Equip people at all levels of the organization to master the fundamentals of leadership.

Lead 4 Success® moves leaders from average to high-performing by developing the 4 fundamental leadership skills — self-awareness, learning agility, influence, and communication — that leaders at any level need to master for success.

The importance of developing fundamental leadership skills cannot be understated. No matter their intelligence, experience, or drive, leaders at every level need the same 4 core skills to be effective and grow within an organization. 

• Self-awareness: Understand your behavior’s impact on organizational outcomes
• Communication: Effectively communicate goals and inspire trust
• Influence: Be comfortable persuading, promoting, and delegating
• Learning agility: Know when to change course, and help others to do so

The Fundamental 4 have endured the test of time, and are the basis for our Lead 4 Success® program, where participants immerse themselves in development, adapt these skills to their own leadership contexts, participate with peers in learning, and share ideas to apply to their leadership lessons to their real world. 

Time: 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Dates: September 12 2025, October 17, November 14, December 12, January 9, 2026

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and refreshments

Inspire teams, drive innovation, and lead with impact in this unique program.

The Women’s Leadership Initiative at Furman offers a unique opportunity for individuals to further develop their leadership skills, broaden their awareness of emerging issues, and expand their professional network.

Program Overview:

Module 1: Self-Awareness for Leaders

This module will help you better understand your unique strengths, the core values that drive you, and the challenges that you may encounter on your leadership journey. 

Module 2: Communication for Leaders

Communication is an essential skill for all leaders. In this module, you will develop skills for conveying your vision and strategy to those around you. Learn storytelling techniques for both in-person and digital communication, while developing your unique leadership story.

Module 3: Leading Teams

Leading successful teams is one of the greatest challenges for all leaders. This module will build your tool kit for having crucial conversations that can unlock greatness in those you lead. Develop your awareness of the formal and informal power structures to deliver important wins for your team. Learn the impact that mentorship and sponsorship can have on the development and retention of high performers.

Module 4: Innovative Leadership

Innovation is a mantra of the modern business world. This module will teach you the skills and mindset of an entrepreneur to drive a culture of innovation at your organization. You will learn design thinking strategies, better understand organizational behavior, and develop skills to be a more adaptive leader. 

Program Takeaways:

• Personalized CliftonStrengths for Leaders report
• A fully developed leadership story pitch
• Individualized leadership development plan
• Three follow-up 1-on-1 virtual coaching sessions
• Connection to a growing network of leaders

Who should participate in this program?

Individuals at all levels of leadership aspiring to be more effective and impactful leaders.

Scholarship Application Available here, all scholarships will be evaluated after the deadline of 9 am EST July 18, 2024. Learn more from our full website.

20% discount for current representatives of non-profit and government organizations, email cil@furman.edu for more information and how to utilize the discount. If interested in paying via check or invoice, please email us.