Interesting+and+Inspiring+Leaders

Being an Interesting & Entertaining Leader
A few weeks ago I went to a Professional Development Day in Bendigo. The PD was on the topic of “Dealing with Difficult People” and “Handling Conflict”. In my current role this seemed to be a very relevant PD for me to undertake. So I went along....

I took my (and many other teaching professionals) usual approach to a PD, I was primarily concerned with some very important aspects of a good PD. · I hope it’s not boring · I hope the food is good · I hope there is no role play · I hope I don’t sit next to someone who asks stupid questions

But this PD was different..........

For once, I wasn’t half listening to “the guy” up the front for some key understandings and small tips on handling different situations, and I wasn’t looking at my watch, wondering what time the next break started. This time I was hanging on every word, listening intently and __ENJOYING__ myself, contributing and evidently, __LEARNING__.


 * Why?**

The man conducting the PD was an //Interesting and Entertaining Leader// of discussion.


 * Why?**

o He made his information relevant to everyone in the room, discussing profession situations and home situations alike.
 * · He knew his audience**

o He shared stories of his own experiences and allowed others to share their own
 * · He was funny**

o His eyes lit up when he spoke, when I looked at him I saw a man who truly believed in what he was saying and truly wanted the best for everyone in the room. o He was animated and used positive energy and enthusiasm.
 * · He had energy**

o He had an educated opinion on every situation, and using his knowledge and enthusiasm was able to have others understand how to manipulate situations.
 * · He was informed**

I have never learned so much from one PD day, and I have never incorporated so much into my teaching and dealing with others from one PD day. I pay all the credit to the man running the PD session. He had not only me, but the entire group of people 100% engaged and enjoying themselves with his personable and entertaining approach to being a leader.

The links on this page will go to internet sites discussing how to be an entertaining and strong leader when conducting meeting and information sessions. Useful Links

Know your audience

Less Is Sometimes More

Interesting & Inspiring Leaders

A page dedicated to those who have inspired us along the way....

Stephen Heppell

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