Next course: The next Leadership Fast Track Program starts this summer. Your initial one-on-one coaching session will be held prior to the first group meeting. Every 3-4 weeks, for eight sessions, you'll join other Leadership Fast Track Program participants on a 1½ to 2 hour web conference.

	For this year's Leadership Fast Track Program. No payment is required up front. Make your reservation today!

 

Hello! My name is Andy Kaufman, President of the Institute for Leadership Excellence & Development Inc. I have the privilege of working with organizations around the world who are struggling with how to deliver projects and lead teams.

The Leadership Fast Track Program is based on our work with tens of thousands of people from hundreds of organizations.

Do Any of These Sound Like You?

• "Increasingly I'm required to influence people in the organization that I don't have authority over (e.g. my boss, peers, people in other departments, and customers)."

• "I have more work to do than time to do it. Work/life balance?  Yeah, right!"

• "The more responsibility I get, the more conflict I have to deal with."

• "I know the technical aspects of my job but the reality is I need to get better at the people side of things."

• "I don't really like giving presentations. And our meetings are a joke."

• "I know our team could do more. They're just not as engaged as I'd like."

• "I need people to step up. I need to develop the people around me."

• "I'd love to invest more time in my leadership abilities but I just don't have the time."

Our Leadership Fast Track Program is designed for business professionals who want to accelerate their ability to lead their teams, influence others, and deliver results.  We will turbo charge your ability to lead with confidence, take focused action, and achieve the results you desire.

It's Time To Invest In Your Leadership Skills

Are you (or do you have on your staff):

If one of more of those apply, keep reading! Our Leadership Fast Track Program is designed for you!

What are the Benefits?

When was the last time you got an honest, objective look at your leadership strengths and opportunities to grow? The truth is it can be difficult to get objective, actionable feedback. You'll get it in this program. It includes a confidential leadership assessment using a globally recognized instrument. Plus you get a one-on-one coaching session with me before the program begins to make sure we stay focused on your needs, and one at the end to make sure you put the learning into action.

What Makes The Difference?

What is it that separates those who want to lead from those who actually become successful leaders? What makes the difference?

They are doing things that most aspiring leaders simply don't do.

1. They consciously sharpen their people skills. They've learned the dirty little secret about business: it's all about relationships. Regardless of whether they're extroverted or introverted, they learn how to focus on others, actively listen, and adjust their styles when necessary.

2. They surround themselves with good people and develop them. They realize that just because they put people together doesn't make them a team. They learn how to get the team focused, delegate responsibly, and develop a culture of accountability. They realize they just can't do it all themselves--they must work through people.

3. They hone their ability to influence. They learn how to influence others regardless of whether they have authority over them.

4. They develop their skills and habits to manage their time. They understand that if they don't take responsibility for their time, other people will gladly do it for them.

5. They learn how to handle conflict. They know how to pick their battles and navigate conflict in a way that gets the desired result.

6. They learn to set and track goals. They've learned that goals are not a nice concept: they're required to achieve significant progress.

7. They learn that feedback is a gift. They've learned the difficult lesson that both praise and constructive criticism are tools to improve their performance.

8. They learn to present themselves with confidence and poise. They refine their presentation and facilitation skills, showing they are comfortable with the spotlight.

Bottom-line: They invest in themselves and the people around them. They realize that growth requires investment and take responsibility for their own learning instead of waiting for their boss or HR to do it for them. They invest the time even when they don't seem to have it--it's that important.

Introducing The Leadership Fast Track Program

For years I have had the real privilege of helping business professionals learn how to deliver projects and lead teams. We have had tremendous success. I've helped them with everything listed above and more. I've given them the tools and helped them develop the skills that turned them into better leaders who deliver results more consistently, with less stress than before.

The Leadership Fast Track Program is divided into eight Fast Track Steps that you can begin mastering after completing the sessions if you actively participate.

Who Has The Leadership Fast Track Program Been Developed For?

For people who have had it with doing things that don't work. Are you tired of training programs that waste your time and insult your intelligence? This program will show you how to become a more confident leader that delivers results, without over-simplifying the challenges and filling time with irrelevant case studies.

To be successful, you have to do the work. This program isn't for anyone who is hoping that a little passive listening will make you a better leader. It won't.

We will show you that regardless of how you are naturally wired up, you can become the leader you aspire to be.

How Does The Leadership Fast Track Program Work?

The Leadership Fast Track Program follows our successful leadership development model that combines assessments, workshops, reinforcement, and coaching to bring about truly successful results.

The customized approach is critical. You bring unique strengths, challenges, and needs to the program. Why should you be treated like everyone else? You will start the program by taking a globally recognized leadership assessment. You and I will walk through the results of the assessment in a one-on-one discussion, making sure your unique strengths and opportunities for growth are identified. In addition, we'll discuss your objectives for the program so we can tailor it specifically to your needs.

The workshop format is simple, yet effective. Every 3-4 weeks, for eight sessions, you'll join other Leadership Fast Track Program participants on a 1½ to 2 hour web conference.  We'll discuss the principles for each step in the program during our time together. Then you'll work on applying the material between sessions.

Unlike an intensive (and exhausting) workshop, the Leadership Fast Track Program is facilitated via web conference in the convenience and comfort of your home or office. The big advantage of this approach is that you don't waste valuable time traveling to and from a workshop or missing extended time away from your job.

And you can attend by telephone and web browser from wherever you live (or are traveling) in the world.

Instead of getting a "workshop high" with the inevitable letdown soon after, you'll be gradually integrating the ideas into your business practices over the course of six months. After each session you'll have more clarity and confidence and, as you apply the learning, will begin to see results.

The audio from all Leadership Fast Track Program sessions will be recorded. If you miss a session or two, you'll be able to listen to them online or on your mp3 player and get the homework and action steps for that session. This gives you the flexibility to manage your schedule most effectively. Listen and re-listen at your own pace whenever it works for you.

In addition to the initial one-on-one coaching session, you and I will finish the program with another one-on-one session. I am committed to doing everything I can to make sure you reap the most benefit possible from this program.

OK, that's about it! The Leadership Fast Track Program is designed to accelerate your ability to lead your teams, influence others, and deliver results.  And we'll have a lot of fun while we learn.

What Exactly Will Happen When You Enroll in The Leadership Fast Track Program?

Upon reserving your space for the Leadership Fast Track Program, you'll be sent instructions on how to take the leadership assessment. The assessment is taken online at your convenience.

I will then contact you to schedule our initial one-on-one coaching session. We will walk through your confidential results to make sure you understand them (you will get a copy to keep during the session). We will also discuss your goals for the program so we can track them throughout the duration of the program. This session will occur prior to the program kick-off.

As the start date of the program approaches, you'll get occasional e-mail reminders. You'll be fully informed and prepared to engage completely in the program.

When the program starts, I (Andy Kaufman) will be on the sessions working with you throughout the program. I promise to keep it fun, interactive, and applicable to your business every step of the way.

I will also be available for questions and comments throughout the program. I am committed to your success!

The tuition for the Leadership Fast Track Program, including the leadership assessment, one-on-one coaching, and the learning sessions is $1,200. If you sign up before July 14, 2008, you qualify for the Early Bird Registration discount, lowering your cost to $895.

And Now For the Bonuses!

Register for the Leadership Fast Track Program and you will receive the following bonuses for free!

• A free one-on-one coaching session 6 months after the program ends. Value: $300.

• A $550 discount per participating company on an in-house workshop or keynote

• A Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Assessment with coaching debrief: Value: $75.

• A free copy of Andy's e-book How to Organize Your Inbox & Get Rid of E-Mail Clutter. Value: $9.95.

That's over $900 of bonuses available to you for registering for the Leadership Fast Track Program!

And One More Bonus

Can you think of a colleague or friend that would benefit from this program? We will pay you $100 USD for each person who registers for this program that you refer. Only one payment will be made per person (for example, two people can't refer the same person), so let me know right away when you refer someone.  However, there's no limit to the number of referrals you can be paid for.  If you refer five people who register, I'll be sending you a check for $500!

Here is Where You Register

There is no payment required to register for this program. Simply provide your information below. If you have a question, please enter it as well.  I will get back to you with next steps.

P.S. There is no penalty if you register now but have to back out before the program begins. By registering now you can secure the early bird discount!

Q. Do I need any special equipment to participate in the Leadership Fast Track Program?

A. You'll need a telephone for the sessions and a computer for the homework. The workbook will be in pdf format and easy to download. The video portion of the program uses an easy-to-download web conferencing tool that works with all web browsers, regardless of whether you are Windows or Mac based.

Q. Does the program come with a guarantee?

A. Yes, like all our programs, we have a guarantee. For the Leadership Fast Track Program, it's as follows: Attend all sessions of the Leadership Fast Track Program (or listen to the recordings if you miss a session) and do all the work assigned between the programs. If you do not feel the program has been worth much more than what you paid, you may ask for and receive a full refund of your tuition.

Q. Do you have a refund policy if someone needs to drop out of the program before it starts?

A. Yes. Just let me know by e-mail up to the day before your first coaching session. Your tuition will be refunded minus a $50 administrative fee. See above for refunds after the program has started.

Q. Will I be able to listen to the recordings of the Leadership Fast Track Program sessions after the program is over?

A. Yes, the Program Page for your session will be available to you for at least one year after the program completes. You'll be able to go back and listen to the sessions, download materials, look at the samples and all the worksheets and templates. This will enable you to review the program as often as you want at no extra cost.

Q. Is there coaching available after the Leadership Fast Track Program ends?

A. Yes. Talk to me about potential options for customizing a coaching program for your unique needs.

Q. Will the Leadership Fast Track Program be effective for me if I don't live in North America?

A. Yes. All the same principles apply. We have worked with customers from around the world. All you need is a phone and a computer. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any additional questions.

Q. When does the program begin? What dates will we meet? At what time?

A. The program will begin when the required number of participants have registered. At that point I will work to arrange dates and timeframes that work best for the participants.

Thank you! I look forward to participating with you in the Leadership Fast Track Program!