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Marcus Trapp 4/12/18 Marcus Trapp 4/12/18

IZL Leadership Training - Nothing Short of Exceptional

Jeremy Hurst shares his transformative experience at a Zen Leadership program, which he initially joined with skepticism but left with newfound clarity, resilience, and a deep appreciation for its impact.

Marcus Trapp 4/16/14 Marcus Trapp 4/16/14

How a Zen Leader Can Reinvent Organizations

Ginny Whitelaw reflects on Reinventing Organizations by Frederic Laloux, highlighting how its evolutionary approach to leadership and decision-making aligns with Zen principles to create more adaptive, purpose-driven, and engaged organizations.

Marcus Trapp 4/7/14 Marcus Trapp 4/7/14

Change Requires Management, Transition Requires Leadership

Ginny Whitelaw explores how leaders can navigate change and transition by integrating William Bridges' transition model, John Kotter's change framework, and the FEBI energy patterns to align leadership responses with the needs of the situation.

Marcus Trapp 3/20/13 Marcus Trapp 3/20/13

In Defense of Driver - Even for Servant Leaders

Ginny Whitelaw explores the evolving role of the Driver energy pattern in leadership and Zen practice, highlighting its essential function as a guardian that fosters focus, determination, and protection against distractions and unprepared growth.