In today's dynamic business landscape, strategic thinking has emerged as a crucial skill for leaders and teams to thrive. This thought-provoking presentation by Mary Rapaport, Chief Xceleration Officer, Strategist, and Strategy Coach at Xcelerate will equip talent development professionals with the tools and insights to create powerful development plans that foster strategic thinking within their organization.
Mary will guide you through the essence of a strategic mindset, exploring its significance and why it has become a critical aspect of modern business success. We will delve into the historical backdrop of the decline in strategic thinking, examining the economic, social, and other factors that have contributed to the de-prioritization of strategic thinking in the workplace.
Participants will learn practical and actionable approaches for Talent Development professionals who are charged with developing the strategic capabilities of leaders and their teams. You will gain insights and ideas for creating development plans that build skills for thinking and operating more strategically to build a more forward-looking, proactive, and responsive workforce.
Key Takeaways:
• Learn about strategic and critical thinking skills and their importance in modern business success.
• Understand how economic, social, and other factors have historically hindered the growth of strategic thinkers in business.
• Diagnose gaps in strategic thinking to target strategic thinking development needs for leaders and teams.
• Learn new approaches for strengthening the strategic thinking capacity of your teams and how to integrate strategic thinking learning experiences into current work and the work environment.
• Build a culture of strategic thinking within the organization to drive sustainable success.
Format: Virtual only
Register to join ATDBR Krewes of Practice where you will be able to connect with other learning and development professionals in a virtual setting. Krewes of Practice offer a safe space where members can upskill capabilities, solve problems of practice, and network with peers.
Krewe members can expect to experience small breakout discussions facilitated by local industry leaders and based on the ATD Talent Development Capability Model. Take the free ATD Talent Development Capability model self-assessment to know which breakout room is best for you!
During Krewes of Practice meetings, members are encouraged to share their scores/learning purpose to help grow our community and to help develop more targeted discussions, resources, and social media content. Resources curated during Krewe meetings will be made available through ATDBR.org member's portal.
Performance Improvement, Business Skills, Global Mindset
Presentation Description: In today's dynamic business landscape, strategic thinking has emerged as a crucial skill for leaders and teams to thrive. This thought-provoking presentation by Mary Rapaport, Chief Xceleration Officer, Strategist, and Strategy Coach at Xcelerate will equip talent development professionals with the tools and insights to create powerful development plans that foster strategic thinking within their organization.
Mary will guide you through the essence of a strategic mindset, exploring its significance and why it has become a critical aspect of modern business success. We will delve into the historical backdrop of the decline in strategic thinking, examining the economic, social, and other factors that have contributed to the de-prioritization of strategic thinking in the workplace.
Participants will learn practical and actionable approaches for Talent Development professionals who are charged with developing the strategic capabilities of leaders and their teams. You will gain insights and ideas for creating development plans that build skills for thinking and operating more strategically to build a more forward-looking, proactive, and responsive workforce.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn about strategic and critical thinking skills and their importance in modern business success.
- Understand how economic, social, and other factors have historically hindered the growth of strategic thinkers in business.
- Diagnose gaps in strategic thinking to target strategic thinking development needs for leaders and teams.
- Learn new approaches for strengthening the strategic thinking capacity of your teams and how to integrate strategic thinking learning experiences into current work and the work environment.
- Build a culture of strategic thinking within the organization to drive sustainable success.
Featured speaker Mary Rapaport
ATD CI Preapproved Education Provider
ATDBR is a pre-approved provider and is authorized to provide continuing education programs that qualify for initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. ATDBR provides high- quality programming that has been developed and delivered by subject matter experts.
ATD Talent Development Capability Model
ATDBR aligns programming with the ATD Talent Development Capability Model. This month's programming aligns with all 3 areas of the model.
Cancellation Policy
As soon as you complete the registration process, you will be guaranteed a seat at this event. The completed registration process initiates an invoice from ATD Baton Rouge to you that may be paid online or by mail. Be sure to register using a valid and accessible email address to receive automated event confirmations, invoices, and Zoom links for virtual events. ATDBR is not responsible for undeliverable communication due to registration errors.
Event cancellations received at least 48 hours prior to the event may be eligible to receive a refund for the event registration. Eligible cancellations will be accepted via email to treasurer@atdbatonrouge.org. All refund requests must be made by the member or credit card holder. Requests for cancellations after the stated deadline will not be eligible for transfer or refund.
