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The Leader's Edge

Mastering the Diamond Rule: Excelling Under Pressure with Purpose and Resilience

Workshop:
Two-Hour, Half-Day or Full-Day
This workshop explores today’s fast-paced and demanding business environment, in which the ability to excel under pressure is crucial for leaders and teams. Participants will learn about the Diamond Rule which represents the 4.0 evolution in business: leading by managing yourself to better address the needs and concerns of others. This workshop explores how self-mastery under pressure enables reduces stress and contribute to building a culture of resilience and trust. Participants will learn about the science of pressure, including the four survival responses our brains develop early on: Dictate, Migrate, Tolerate, and Hibernate. And how these responses shape behavioral styles in adulthood. Through the Kerage Style Indicator assessment, attendees will discover their primary style—Control, Influence, Power, or Authority—and how it informs their leadership approach. Using the M.I.N.E. framework (Mindset, Identify, Neutralize, Empathize), participants will practice applying the Diamond Rule in business, cultivating the skills to excel under pressure and empower those around them.

Target Audience:

This virtual workshop is ideal for leaders, managers, and executives who want to enhance their leadership skills and effectively guide their teams in high-pressure environments. Whether you lead a small team or a large organization, this workshop will provide you with valuable insights and practical tools to excel under pressure and foster a culture of success.

Key Takeaways:


  • Gain a deeper understanding of your own behavioral style and how to leverage it effectively under pressure.
  • Strengthen your ability to handle stressful situations and make sound decisions that drive success.
  • Cultivate a resilient team culture that thrives under pressure, fostering collaboration, trust, and accountability.

Best Practices:


  • For maximum effectiveness, workshops are best limited to 30 participants.
  • Workshop interactivity is enhanced by having participants willing to engage in exercises and apply the principles.

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