LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
We Transform Organizations One Leadership Journey at a Time
Many organizations offer leadership development but few offer the right development to the right people. We believe leadership is the embodiment of culture, so if you want to transform or define your culture, you need to transform and define what great leadership looks like.
You can leverage our deep expertise in vertical and horizontal development to do the complex work of translating your cultural ambitions into solid leadership development strategies. Whether you need help delivering on an existing leadership strategy, or want us to define, design and deliver customized development experiences for your employees, The People Side is motivated to increase the impact of your development dollar.
How We Are Different
We create the conditions that make adult learning possible
Changing Where You Learn
By immersing learners in environments that are unforgettable, the content becomes more memorable. We work with our clients to purposefully create more informal, disarming learning environments so we can have more productive conversations. By intentionally creating the emotional conditions required for learning, and shifting the learner’s focus from PowerPoint to faces, we see a significant difference in how people engage. We “teach” in living rooms, on Zoom calls, and on campus at some of the best companies and universities in the world.
We develop the mindsets and skillsets of future-ready leaders
Changing What You Learn
Every class is different, because different people are in the conversation. The world is changing, work is changing, and what it takes to perform at work is changing. But many companies are still offering the same old training programs. There is more complexity to navigate, new challenges to discuss, and new expectations of your workplace. So we are not offering content based on books written 20+ years ago — we are developing today’s competitive capabilities by encouraging people to teach alongside of us, reflect deeply on their patterns and mindsets, and personally activate their learning experience.
We create
WOW-worthy experiences!
Changing How You Learn
The way we approach development matters. Because we know how adults learn.
When you learn with us, you will notice:
We extend the duration of learning so true development is possible. Many of our solutions are designed as learning journeys over a period of months and years.
We design experiences and conversations, not presentations
We create LIVE content with our learners
We provide experienced business leaders, not corporate trainers
We make space for reflection and deeper thinking
We have less “sit and get” and more “do and debrief”
We encourage wholehearted conversations — covering topics that impact performance both inside & outside of the workplace
We keep it real and give people feedback when they need it
We minimize fear and increase psychological safety
We provide ongoing coaching to ensure learning becomes practice
Our Design Process
Our design team is comprised of experts in instructional design with a flair for creativity. We design bespoke learning experiences that will deliver on your company’s development needs. Our solutions often blend experiential learning with coaching, business simulations, and on-the-job challenges. We also offer “off the shelf” content that can easily be lifted and landed for your specific needs. Together, we will follow our proven design methodology to create an impactful learning experience for your organization.
What Our Clients Say
“I can honestly say that I see an exponential shift in performance after programs lead by The People Side compared to other programs we offer. They are my go-to for delivery now.”
Leader, PCB
The Facilitator Network
We represent an elite network of facilitators who are faculty at top universities and corporate training institutions. Our extraordinary team travels the globe developing leaders at Fortune 100 companies as well as successful start-ups so we are able to provide valuable external perspective to the leaders in your business.
It is hard to find facilitators who can handle your biggest leaders and toughest topics, which is why companies hire us.
Our facilitators appropriately challenge an individual’s behavior and mindsets when they are preventing performance — something our clients frequently describe as a distinguishing characteristic of our capabilities. We masterfully use leadership assessments, business simulations, and provocative questions to reveal insights and mind traps that challenge the learner’s status quo. Your employees will enjoy every minute they spend learning alongside the caliber of talent we provide.
Culture & Learning Strategies
We help companies do the complex work of translating their growth ambitions into solid learning and leadership development strategies. We are here to partner with you in shaping a learning strategy that unlocks the performance of your people. This work involves appreciative inquiry interviews, and taking a broader view that aligns future talent needs, growth gaps, and the leadership pipeline to your company growth strategy.
We have helped companies bring their new corporate values, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) commitments, and growth imperatives to life in the classroom. Let us help you shape your learning organization and operationalize your development needs. Having the right strategy and model in place will be the north star that guides your organization into the future.
Want to Create Real Change?
Invest in leadership development experiences that push past conventional training programs. Let us help you foster the mindsets and skillsets of future-ready leaders!