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Transforming Passion Into Impact

As part of the overall OU Talent Development Strategy and generously sponsored in part by the Leon Legacy Fund and the Mayberg Foundation, LEAD is NCSY's premiere Leadership and Development program for supporting staff in professional growth and career development.

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What is my leadership style?

Can I increase my

Emotional Intelligence?

Does self-care make a difference?

How do I plan my professional growth?

WHAT IS LEAD?

LEAD is the premiere program for leadership growth in NCSY. Ideal for those with at least one year of full time experience in NCSY, are currently leading or desire to lead teams and want to learn the skills required for professional growth and promotion.

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LEARNING GOALS

Equip yourself with essential leadership skills for your role and future roles. Grasp the heartbeat of our values, culture, and processes. Lay the cornerstone for your future growth.

Facilitated by Dr. Eliezer Jones,

Director of Innovation and Leadership Development Associate for NCSY

WHO IS LEAD FOR?

LEAD is for individuals who want to grow professionally and want to learn the additional leadership skills and be supported in the process.

To apply for LEAD you must:

be a National Staff, Regional, City or JSU Director, a teen-facing staff or other staff who manage individuals or teams or aspires to.
be Full-time since at least October 2024
have spoken with your supervisor and gotten approval
attend the LEAD specific sessions at StaffCon and Chicago Retreat
be available for the live sessions on Wednesdays at 2pm EST on the following dates: : 11/5, 12/13, 12/31, 1/28, 2/25, 3/25, 5/6

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LEAD PODCAST

Conversations with leaders who inspire

Hosted by Dr. Eliezer Jones, each episode was with a leader in or connected to NCSY/JSU who share their experiences, insights and what it takes to lead. There is not an episode that won't leave you inspired. Enjoy!

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News & Updates

Who’s Got You?

In the 1978 Superman movie (still the greatest Superman to date), Lois Lane falls from a helicopter and is caught midair by Superman. As he holds her, he reassures her: “Easy, Miss, I’ve got you.” To which Lois famously responds: “You’ve got me? Who’s got you?” That question came to mind as I read Barry […]

Adaptability with your team in mind

Stephen Hawking is famously credited with saying, “Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.” If we cannot predict what lies ahead, then the key to success is the ability to adapt—quickly and effectively—to whatever comes our way. A leader's ability to adapt and be flexible is critical, not only in navigating an ever-changing landscape […]

Leading with “No”: A Culture-Crashing First Response

Most people begin a new role filled with excitement and ideas, eager to make an impact. They arrive at their first meeting, bursting to share insights on improving returns, only to collide with the notorious “Great Wall of No” that others have lamented for years. This is the start of a journey toward apathy, minimal […]