Five Paths Applications TEST

Apply the Five Paths to Leadership® to build your leadership skills in many different areas and to build a shared language among your team. Our Five Paths to Leadership® course is designed to provide you with just-in-time resources to apply what you’ve learned about the model. We cover topics like: Delegation Giving feedback Motivating and supporting others Navigating conflict Designing and leading effective meetings Collaboration Decision-making Leading through change Strategic planning The course is designed to meet you where you are, and you can explore topics when appropriate. It is best suited for situations where you’re focused on building your own leadership skills or leading your team.

Initiative and Professional Curiosity.

Your early career is a time for a great deal of learning, and you often encounter so many new things that it can be overwhelming. Professionals who learn quickly where they can take initiative and build a sense of curiosity in their work really stand out in their organizations. In this session, we’ll explore how you can build your sense of initiative even with limited knowledge.

Georgetown University Office of Advancement Leadership Development Program

The Georgetown University Office of Advancement Leadership Program supports advancement senior leaders to develop skills to engage in values-based actions and decision making within our advancement context and when engaging with campus partners and valued constituents outside of the institution. From February to June 2025, this inaugural cohort of will engage in four in-person sessions designed to foster and strengthen OA’s identified leadership principles-act with integrity; courageous, trustworthy, and effective communication; accountability and resiliency; and care for the whole person. Between sessions, the cohort will have the opportunity to practice applying what is learned and explore additional leadership development through supplemental resources. Agenda topics are subject to change based on ongoing collaboration between Georgetown and Academic Impressions. Please revisit this page for updated pre-work and other information in advance of each session. Session 1: February 12-13, 2025 To prepare for this session: If you have not already done so, please complete The Five Paths to Leadership® Self-Assessment – Academic Impressions This assessment sheds light on your strengths and potential blind spots by examining five key forms of intelligence including intellectual, emotional, intuitive, action, and reflective. The assessment will help you understand ways of achieving greater balance among the five forms […]

Annual Giving Institute for New Professionals

In the ever-evolving landscape of annual giving, the recent shift away from the APR metric has opened unprecedented opportunities for your organization. If you’re new to annual giving or looking to revitalize your approach, this session is your gateway to becoming the transformative force your organization needs. When it comes to your data, annual giving programs are a powerhouse. Discover how to leverage them to not only enhance donor engagement but also to forge meaningful partnerships across campus and refine your engagement and stewardship strategies. Join us for this virtual conference recording to unlock the full potential of your annual giving program and set a new standard for success. This session promises to equip you with the insights and tools to: Don’t miss the chance to transform your approach and make a lasting impact.

Indiana University Indianapolis: Aspiring Leaders Program

Agenda topics are subject to change based on ongoing collaboration between IUI and Academic Impressions. Please revisit this page for updated pre-work and other information in advance of each session. January 31, 2025 (3:30pm-5:00pm ET) | Bringing Intention into Your Career Advancement Many academics approach the midcareer stage without a clear vision of what’s next in their career, and their decision-making about which roles and responsibilities to take on is often more opportunistic than intentional. This often leaves them ill-equipped for the demands of these roles or feeling a misalignment between how they spend their time and their professional aspirations. In this meeting, you will reflect on the roles you currently hold, their alignment with your core values, and the implications for identifying next steps in your career. February 20, 2025 (3:00pm-4:30pm ET) | The Five Paths to Leadership® Our second session focuses on understanding your leadership strengths and gaps via Academic Impressions’ Five Paths to Leadership® Self-Assessment. Its purpose is to help you to understand how your natural leadership style shows up in both normal and stressful situations, and how you can adapt your leadership approach to different situations and people as needed, thus enhancing your leadership effectiveness. Pre-Work: […]

Advocating for Yourself and Managing Up

In your early career, you may not have a lot of power to enact changes or drive the direction of your projects. However, knowing how to advocate for what you need in your professional life and managing your relationship with your supervisor can help you better achieve your goals. In this session, we’ll walk through how to work with your manager effectively and champion your interests diplomatically.