In today’s dynamic environment, leaders must balance the need for efficiency with the drive for innovation—this is the core of ambidextrous leadership. Simultaneously, maintaining the health and well-being of teams is critical for sustainable high performance. This course equips leaders with strategies to excel in both areas, helping them lead organizations that thrive through change while supporting their teams’ health and productivity.
Course Content
1. Ambidextrous Leadership:
- Understand the balance between:
- Exploitation (Efficiency): Optimizing existing processes and resources.
- Exploration (Innovation): Encouraging creativity, risk-taking, and new ideas.
- Learn how to switch between efficiency and innovation modes based on the needs of the organization.
- Explore examples of ambidextrous organizations and how they balance these two functions.
2. Types of Ambidexterity:
- Structural Ambidexterity
- Contextual Ambidexterity
- Sequential Ambidexterity
3. Healthy Leadership:
- Learn the importance of health-oriented leadership, especially during times of crisis.
- Explore strategies for maintaining both physical and mental well-being of teams.
- Role modeling healthy behaviors and creating supportive environments that promote long-term health and performance .
4. Self-Leadership:
- Develop the skills for managing your own energy and focus as a leader.
- Understand how to balance high-intensity work with maintaining personal well-being to avoid burnout .
- Learn tools for enhancing self-reflection, setting priorities, and managing distractions .
About the Instructor
Heike Bruch is a Professor of Leadership at the University of St. Gallen and Director of its Institute for Leadership and Human Resources Management. She is the founder of the Energy Factory and Pioneering, and a member of the Executive Board of the German Association for Leadership (DGFP), where she leads the Leaders of Tomorrow Award.
Heike Bruch earned her doctorate from the University of Hanover and held research roles at the London Business School. Her research focuses on energy in organizations, inspiring leadership, and new work transformation. A highly respected speaker and advisor, she has authored six books and over 110 publications.
Who Should Attend?
- Leaders and managers seeking to balance efficiency with innovation in their teams and organizations.
- Professionals looking to promote both productivity and well-being in their leadership approach.
- Executives responsible for steering organizations through turbulent environments while maintaining team health.
Key Takeaways
- Master the art of ambidextrous leadership, balancing efficiency and innovation for long-term success.
- Learn how to be a healthy leader, prioritizing both organizational goals and the well-being of your team.
- Develop self-leadership skills to manage your own energy and avoid burnout while leading others .
Join us to learn how to lead with balance, efficiency, and health—empowering your team and organization to achieve sustainable high performance!
Course Includes
- 1 Lesson
- 1 Quiz
