PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Lead with Purpose. Inspire with Confidence. Shape the Future.
Offered by Sabancı University EDU, HER LEGACY: THE ART OF WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP is a three-day transformative program designed to help women leaders discover their unique strengths, develop their leadership styles, and make a lasting impact in the business world.
This program is specially crafted for senior women executives in the Middle East, Qatar, Riyadh, and Azerbaijan. It is ideal for women with over 15 years of professional experience who lead organizations and seek to enhance their global leadership capabilities.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Build Your Authentic Leadership Identity: Create a leadership brand that reflects your unique strengths and values.
Enhance Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making: Navigate the fast-changing business world with confidence and agility.
Expand Your Professional Network: Connect with a global network of senior women leaders.
Gain Cultural Enrichment & Global Perspectives: Explore Turkey’s business and social landscape to develop diverse viewpoints.
Stay Ahead with AI-Driven Leadership: Learn how to integrate AI and neuroscience-driven leadership strategies.
Experience Sisterhood & Women’s Leadership Collaboration: Strengthen solidarity among women leaders and create a lasting impact
Program Details
Participant Group: Senior women leaders with 15+ years of experience
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Total Program Duration: 3 Days
Program Fee: 3.000 USD + VAT
Application: Please fill out this form to apply
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
DAY 1: Self-Discovery & Leadership Identity Development
- Keynote: “Our Strengths and Values in Leadership”
- Building Your Authentic Leadership Brand – Defining your unique leadership identity
- Unlocking Your Potential: Self Management & EQ - Integrating emotional intelligence into leadership
- Her Journey, Her Story: Crafting Leadership Through Storytelling – Using storytelling to enhance leadership impact
DAY 2: Diversity, Inclusion & Leadership Collaboration
- Acting Together: Shaping a Future of Equality and Inclusion – Developing inclusive leadership
- Women Network & Sisterhood – Building strong professional relationships
- Panel Discussion: Executive Insights – Learning from top industry leaders
DAY 3: The Future of Leadership & Technology
- Curiosity, Credibility & Courage – Key traits for resilient leadership
- Leading with Confidence in a Volatile World – Navigating uncertainty with bold leadership
- Neuro-AI Leadership – AI and neuroscience-driven leadership transformation
- Savor of Leadership: Connecting Cultures & Inspiring Growth – Cross-cultural leadership experience
Coaching Sessions
Participants will engage in three individual coaching sessions as part of the program. These sessions are designed to help achieve personal goals and maximize individual potential.
Kick-off & Keynote: “Our Strengths and Values in Leadership”
Objective
- Helping participants understand their leadership assessment results by identifying their strengths and areas for growth.
- Highlighting key trends and patterns across the group to encourage participants to reflect on how these align with their experiences and roles.
- Guiding participants in identifying their core strengths and values, and facilitating peer feedback to deepen self-awareness.
- Assisting participants in creating actionable plans to leverage their strengths and align their leadership actions with their core values.
Session 1
Building Your Authentic Leadership Brand – Defining your unique leadership identity
What will be explored?
- The concept of Leadership Brand and its significance in personal and professional development.
- The key elements required to build an authentic and impactful leadership presence.
- Self-reflection activities to gain insights into strengths, leadership style, and areas for growth.
- Strategies to align actions with leadership goals and inspire trust and confidence in others.
Outcomes
- A clear and actionable leadership brand aligned with participants' unique qualities and vision.
- Understanding of key elements that define a strong leadership brand and strategies to enhance impact.
- Tools to create a more authentic and influential presence, improving the ability to inspire and guide others.
- Empowerment to lead confidently, make strategic decisions, and drive meaningful, lasting change.
Session 2
Unlocking Your Potential: Self Management & EQ – Integrating emotional intelligence into leadership
What will be explored?
- The core principles of emotional intelligence (EQ) and self-management essential for effective leadership.
- How to build self-awareness, regulate emotions, and develop empathy to improve communication and decision-making.
- Techniques for managing stress, improving focus, and building resilience.
- Strategies for applying emotional intelligence in both personal and professional settings to navigate challenges and foster stronger relationships.
Outcomes
- A greater understanding of emotional responses and how to manage them effectively in various situations.
- Tools to increase emotional intelligence, improve stress management, communication, and decision-making.
- Enhanced ability to connect with others, foster collaboration, and build trust within teams.
- The potential to lead with emotional balance, confidence, and resilience in both personal and professional contexts.
Session 3
Her Journey, Her Story: Crafting Leadership Through Storytelling – Using storytelling to enhance leadership impact
What will be explored?
- The transformative power of storytelling as a leadership tool to inspire, build trust, and drive action.
- How stories can shape vision, communicate values, and connect with diverse audiences on a deeper level.
- The structure of impactful stories, and how to create and deliver a compelling narrative with authenticity and emotion.
- Techniques for using storytelling to navigate change, engage teams, and communicate complex ideas effectively.
Outcomes
- A deeper understanding of how storytelling can enhance leadership effectiveness.
- Tools to craft and deliver compelling stories that resonate with audiences, fostering connection, loyalty, and - engagement.
- Confidence to use storytelling as a tool for influencing change, overcoming challenges, and creating a - positive, high-performance culture.
- Empowerment to harness personal narratives to lead with authenticity, clarity, and purpose.
Session 1
Building Your Authentic Leadership Brand – Defining your unique leadership identity
What will be explored?
- The challenges and opportunities of navigating diversity in environments marked by both collaboration and conflict.
- How to foster inclusive spaces that respect differences while promoting understanding, cooperation, and mutual respect.
- Strategies for navigating cultural variances and harnessing diverse viewpoints within teams.
- The role of cultural competence in cultivating an environment of mutual respect and cooperation conducive to success.
Outcomes
- Skills to analyze approaches for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in broader social and cultural contexts.
- Ability to engage in interactive dialogues and apply insights from real-life case studies.
- Tools to navigate and address diversity-related challenges in various environments.
- Practical strategies to foster inclusivity and mutual respect within teams and organizations.
Session 2
Women Network & Sisterhood - Building strong professional relationships
What will be explored?
- The significance of creating a network of strong, supportive connections that inspire one another in - professional and social spheres.
- How sisterhood, rooted in community and collective success, can empower women to achieve personal and professional growth.
- Key concepts of value-based networking and building sustainable, meaningful relationships.
- Practical methods for establishing and maintaining professional bonds grounded in mutual benefit, empathy, and open communication.
Outcomes
- Insights into how to create a strong network based on trust, support, and shared values.
- Understanding of how to leverage mentorship and role models to enhance careers and foster a sense of community.
- A stronger sense of connection and empowerment to overcome challenges and transform obstacles into opportunities.
- Tools to cultivate lasting support networks that promote collective success and encourage women to uplift and inspire one another.
Panel Discussion
This panel discussion will bring together successful leaders to share their insights on key topics such as leadership, innovation, art, strategy, and empowerment. Participants will engage with diverse perspectives, enhancing their understanding of complex issues like gender equality, resilience, and overcoming barriers to success. The session will cover leadership strategies, decision-making processes, and the skills needed to thrive in today’s fast-evolving business landscape. By the end of the discussion, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of effective leadership practices and strategies, along with practical takeaways for applying these insights to their own leadership journeys. The session will inspire new ideas and provide a framework for driving positive change within their organizations
Session 1
Curiosity, Credibility & Courage – Key traits for resilient leadership
What will be explored?
- The role of curiosity in fueling continuous learning and adaptation.
- How credibility is built through integrity and consistency.
- The importance of courage in enabling leaders to take risks and overcome obstacles.
- Real-world examples and strategies for developing curiosity, credibility, and courage as key leadership traits.
Outcomes
- A deeper understanding of how to cultivate curiosity, credibility, and courage in their leadership journey.
- Practical tools to foster these traits in daily life, empowering informed decision-making and stronger relationships.
- Increased confidence in tackling challenges with boldness and integrity.
- The ability to embrace change, inspire trust, and lead with courage and credibility.
Session 2
Agile Leadership: Leading with Confidence in a Volatile World - Navigating uncertainty with bold leadership
What will be explored?
- The importance of leading with confidence in navigating volatility and uncertainty.
- Strategies for staying grounded during times of crisis and maintaining composure.
- How to build a resilient leadership style and make decisions with clarity amidst ambiguity.
- Techniques for empowering teams, fostering collaboration, and leading through uncertainty with purpose.
Outcomes
- Enhanced decision-making skills, enabling participants to inspire trust and motivation within their teams.
- Development of resilience and composure, ensuring a positive leadership presence in challenging situations.
- Confidence to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty with clarity, decisiveness, and a clear vision for the future.
Session 3
Neuro AI Leadership: Leading AI Integration – AI and neuroscience-driven leadership transformation
What will be explored?
- The fundamentals of AI and its integration into business processes.
- How to overcome resistance to change and drive cultural shifts within the organization.Strategies for reshaping organizational structures and optimizing decision-making using brain-based approaches.
- Techniques for cultivating a data-driven culture and managing AI processes with neuroscience-based leadership methods.
Outcomes
- Tools to successfully lead AI integration, using neuroscience-based strategies to overcome resistance and drive transformation.
- The ability to create an AI usage charter and establish ethical guidelines for AI implementation.
- Skills to foster a learning culture and enhance team motivation during the AI transition.
- Strategies to create a data-driven work environment and boost organizational commitment to the AI transformation process.
Session 4
Connecting Cultures and Inspiring Growth - Uniting diverse voices to unlock potential and drive positive change
What will be explored?
- The role of food practices in reflecting ecological, cultural, and social changes at both local and global levels.
- How food and gastronomy serve as expressions of culture and as forces that shape unity and division within societies.
- The relationship between nutrition, individual well-being, and the health of diverse communities.
- The impact of Turkey’s unique culinary landscape on wider social and political dynamics.
Outcomes
- Inspiration to nurture both body and mind in a holistic way, embracing diversity as a powerful asset in the workplace.
- A deeper understanding of how diversity and plurality contribute to creating meaningful and joyful outcomes in professional environments.
- Awareness of the vital role women play in sustaining inclusive leadership and fostering collaboration.
- Insight into how inclusive leadership drives creativity, enhances collective success, and supports diverse perspectives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Senior women leaders with 15+ years of experience
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Build Your Authentic Leadership Identity: Create a leadership brand that reflects your unique strengths and values.
Enhance Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making: Navigate the fast-changing business world with confidence and agility.
Expand Your Professional Network: Connect with a global network of senior women leaders.
Gain Cultural Enrichment & Global Perspectives: Explore Turkey’s business and social landscape to develop diverse viewpoints.
Stay Ahead with AI-Driven Leadership: Learn how to integrate AI and neuroscience-driven leadership strategies.
Experience Sisterhood & Women’s Leadership Collaboration: Strengthen solidarity among women leaders and create a lasting impact.
The program is online.
The total program duration is 3 days.
The program fee is 3,000 USD + VAT.
Contact:
Sabancı University
Orta Mahalle, Üniversite Caddesi No:27 Tuzla, 34956 İstanbul
+902164839690 | +905316682713
edubeyondborders@sabanciuniv.edu