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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

LEAD & OU-HR UNITE!

NCSY's Leadership and Development Experience (LEAD), sponsored in part by the Leon Legacy Fund, has been a spotlight program for staff over the years. Each cohort had an intimate group of striving leaders who successfully learned and integrated the adaptive skills one needs to lead within our essential organization. This year, LEAD has the opportunity […]

LEAD Newsletter Coming Soon!

Coming Soon! The LEAD Newsletter. Starting this September, it will feature news and updates about the LEAD program, stories of leadership, articles, tips, guidance, updates from the new NCSY Innovation Lab, and more! LEAD looks forward to sharing ways to continue to support all our staff as they refine and grow the skills that are […]

Masterclasses Here!

During COVID, the Leadership and Development team facilitated an extensive series of practical, insightful, and inspirational "Masterclasses" from staff across NCSY and the OU focused on the skills needed in NCSY. They have been relocated here to the NCSY site and can be accessed by all staff at any time. Enjoy!