Leading Sustainable Change
Lead sustainable change for inner and outer impact
Research suggests that 70% of business transformations fail, often due to a lack of organizational engagement and insufficient investment in building capabilities to sustain change. Sustainability transformations are no exception; they often stumble due to a focus on the “what” rather than the “how”.
To effectively drive sustainable change, leaders must explore unique skills, mindsets, and leadership approaches that go beyond the conventional “business-as-usual” model. They need to craft a compelling vision and inspire collective commitment to long-term sustainability goals. They must excel in active listening and storytelling, adeptly navigating pressing environmental and social challenges. Impactful leaders engage diverse stakeholders and communicate a clear and persuasive sustainability narrative. Moreover, these leaders lead by example – they embody their values to establish credibility and inspire others. Given these pressures and challenges, leaders also need to find a way to lead that is sustainable on a personal level.
On IMD’s Leading Sustainable Change program, you will embark on a transformative journey, experiencing a mindshift in your leadership approach. You will develop the skills to empower others and foster collective awareness, accountability, and action towards sustainable change. You will explore what it means to drive sustainable change at the individual, organizational, and societal level. Through immersive experiences in self-reflection, learning, and growth, you will emerge equipped to lead with courage and conviction, ignite change from within, and champion sustainable practices throughout the organization.
From outer growth to inner development: Embark on an enriching learning experience that combines interactive group discussions, experiential exercises, stimulating dialogues and practical assignments for a holistic learning experience.
LiVe virtual and online
Starts three weeks prior to the on-campus module
- Begin your learning journey by introspecting and acknowledging your current state, using the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) framework.
- Discover the power of leading from a growth mindset and engage in meaningful discussions with peers to address common challenges and possibilities for innovative solutions at an organizational level.
- Understand the role of a ‘tempered radical’ and learn how to effectively influence both individuals and systems.
- Explore how language shapes our relationship to the environment and the organizations in which we work.
On campus, 2.5 days
- Dive into the narratives that shape our perceptions and actions and tap into the power of storytelling.
- Explore opportunities for fostering resilience and well-being amidst ecological challenges.
- Discover how to empower, coach, and mobilize others towards sustainable transformation.
- Immerse yourself in real-world examples of sustainability initiatives during a visit to a company site.
- Learn how to lead courageous conversations with stakeholders, communicating your sustainability vision with confidence and authenticity.
LiVe virtual and online
Starts one week after the on-campus module
- Explore approaches for fostering agency and empowerment, both individually and collectively.
- Discover powerful communication techniques for influencing stakeholders.
- Facilitate ongoing learning, adaptation, and progress tracking.
- Structure a network of support and collaboration to sustain momentum beyond the program.
Detailed schedule 2024
Module 1 Accelerating awareness |
| 5 hours of liVe engagement and coaching plus online assignments |
Module 2 Co-creating accountability and community | 25-27 November Start time: 25 Nov., 08:00 AM End time: 27 Nov., 12:00 PM | 2.5 days on campus |
Module 3 Committing to action |
| 5 hours of liVe engagement and coaching plus online assignments |
Length: 2.5 days on campus, 10 hours liVe virtual, 5 hours online.
