LtO 19-02 part 1

Class Overview

• Class structured around shared experiences

• Focus on time management due to students' busy schedules

Instructor Background

• Born in Tennessee, grew up in Texas

• Speaks English and French, some Italian

• 40 years of work experience in multinational companies and consulting

• Areas of focus: leadership, change management, emotional/social intelligence, character strengths

• 11th year teaching at HEG

Generational Divisions

• Generational definitions influence worldviews

  • Example: Baby Boomers vs. Generation Z

  • Impacting life events shape perspectives

• Technology proficiency varies by generation

Leadership Philosophy

• Leadership defined as the ability to influence others

• Everyone has capacity to lead in some aspect

• Complexity of modern leadership beyond traditional stereotypes

Class Environment Goals

• Collective values needed for classroom success:

  • Curiosity

  • Teamwork

  • Kindness

  • Humor

  • Honesty

• Values guide behavior and communication in-class settings

• Importance of authenticity in leadership

Classroom Activity

• Reflection exercise on key classroom ingredients

• Discussion on selected values in small groups

• Emphasis on cooperation and shared goals during semester