Leading Innovation and Change

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3 Weeks

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Cohort-based Course

Drive impactful change with strategies to lead innovation, foster creativity, and inspire your team to embrace transformation

Delivering extraordinary results to:

Sage USA
Amazon Web Services
Salesforce
VMware
Intuit

Course overview

Empower your leadership to embrace change and inspire innovation

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and shifting market dynamics, the ability to lead innovation and navigate change is no longer just a valuable skill—it’s a necessity. Yet, many leaders find themselves struggling to inspire their teams and drive meaningful transformation. This course is your blueprint for becoming the visionary leader who not only embraces change but also champions innovation, setting your organization on a path to sustainable success.


Reflect on This:

❓ Are you recognized as a leader who drives innovation and guides your organization through change effectively?

❓ How well does your leadership inspire enthusiasm and commitment to future goals among your team?

❓ Is your organization thriving in a culture of innovation, or is it grappling with resistance to change?


The Reality:

87% of employees report feeling disconnected from leadership’s vision for the future, leading to stagnation and resistance to change. In contrast, organizations that successfully foster innovation and adaptability are not just surviving—they’re leading the market.


What You’ll Gain:

Visionary Leadership for Change: Learn to articulate a compelling vision for innovation and change, inspiring your team to align with your strategic goals and drive the organization forward.

Creating a Culture of Innovation: Discover the leadership strategies needed to embed innovation into your organizational culture, turning creativity and experimentation into everyday practices that propel your company ahead of the competition.

Strategic Change Management: Develop robust strategies for managing change that not only minimize disruption but also align with long-term business objectives, ensuring smoother transitions and greater success rates for change initiatives.

Innovation Frameworks and Tools: Gain hands-on experience with proven innovation frameworks like Design Thinking and Lean Startup, along with tools for tracking and measuring the success of your innovation projects.

Sustaining Innovation: Learn to build systems that ensure innovation isn’t just a one-time effort but a continuous process that evolves with your organization’s needs, keeping you ahead in an ever-changing market.


This course is designed to elevate your leadership from merely managing the present to actively shaping the future. By the end, you’ll be equipped not just to lead through change but to be the driving force behind innovation, turning challenges into opportunities for lasting success.


Questions to Ponder:

How can you transform your leadership style to be more forward-thinking and innovation-driven?

What steps can you take today to cultivate a culture of continuous innovation and adaptability within your organization?

Who is this course for

01

Senior Leader: You’re eager to drive innovation in your organization and need the tools to lead through change effectively.

02

Change Management Professional: You’re responsible for guiding your organization through change and ensure it’s embraced, not resisted,

03

HR Leader: You’re committed to fostering a culture of innovation and want practical strategies to make it a reality across the organization.

What you’ll get out of this course

Implement Agile Practices to Respond Quickly to Market Changes

Adopt agile methodologies that enable your team to swiftly adapt to market changes and evolving customer needs, ensuring your organization remains competitive and responsive.

  • Apply agile frameworks for flexibility
  • Enhance team responsiveness to changes
  • Maintain market relevance

Leverage Data and Insights to Drive Innovative Solutions

Utilize data-driven insights to identify opportunities for innovation, making informed decisions that lead to impactful changes and solutions within your organization.

  • Analyze data to uncover opportunities
  • Use insights to guide innovation
  • Make informed strategic decisions

Foster Psychological Safety to Encourage Risk-Taking and Innovation

Create an environment where team members feel secure in taking risks and experimenting, leading to greater innovation and a willingness to explore new ideas without fear of failure.

  • Promote open communication and trust
  • Encourage calculated risk-taking
  • Support innovative thinking

Create a Culture of Continuous Improvement and Innovation

Embed continuous improvement in daily practices, encouraging ongoing innovation and adaptability to change, ensuring your team stays ahead in a rapidly evolving environment.

  • Integrate continuous learning
  • Foster a culture of daily innovation
  • Promote adaptive strategies

Equip Leaders to Inspire and Guide Teams Through Change

Inspire trust and confidence, enabling you to effectively guide your team through periods of change and uncertainty, aligning them with the organization's vision.

  • Strengthen leadership confidence
  • Inspire team trust during transitions
  • Align change efforts with organizational goals

This course includes

3 interactive live sessions

Lifetime access to course materials

7 in-depth lessons

Direct access to instructor

1 project to apply learnings

Guided feedback & reflection

Private community of peers

Course certificate upon completion

Maven Satisfaction Guarantee

This course is backed by Maven’s guarantee. You can receive a full refund within 14 days after the course ends, provided you meet the completion criteria in our refund policy.

Course syllabus

Sep 26—Oct 10
Nov 7—Nov 21
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  • Week 1

    Sep 26—Sep 29

    Events

    • Sep

      26

      The Foundations of Leading Innovation

      Thu, Sep 26, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM UTC

    Modules

    • The Foundations of Leading Innovation

  • Week 2

    Sep 30—Oct 6

    Events

    • Oct

      3

      Driving Change and Overcoming Resistance

      Thu, Oct 3, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM UTC

    Modules

    • Driving Change and Overcoming Resistance

  • Week 3

    Oct 7—Oct 10

    Events

    • Oct

      10

      Sustaining Innovation and Embedding Change

      Thu, Oct 10, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM UTC

    Modules

    • Sustaining Innovation and Embedding Change

  • Post-Course

    Modules

    • Embracing Your Role As a Change Maker

What people are saying

        "This course was a game-changer for me. I’ve always struggled with driving innovation within my team, but Kimberly’s approach provided me with the tools and confidence to lead change effectively. The hands-on projects were incredibly practical, and I’ve already seen a shift in how my team approaches challenges.
Sarah Mitchell

Sarah Mitchell

Operations
        This gave me a fresh perspective. The strategies I learned have not only helped me manage resistance but have also enabled me to create a culture where new ideas are welcomed and nurtured. I’m excited to continue applying what I’ve learned to drive change.
James Carter

James Carter

Senior Project Manager
        This course exceeded my expectations. Kimberly’s approach is both inspiring and actionable. The course helped me refine my leadership style and provided me with a clear framework for driving change. Since completing the course, I’ve seen a noticeable improvement in team collaboration and overall productivity.
David Lee

David Lee

Marketing Leader

Meet your instructor

Kimberly Douglass

Kimberly Douglass

Turning challenges into growth, I empower others to achieve lasting success.

I’m Kimberly, a consultant and former AWS professional who’s dedicated to helping individuals and teams reach their full potential. Over the past decade, I’ve worked with more than 5,000 professionals, guiding them to develop the skills they need to thrive in today’s workplace.


My focus is on building strong foundations that enable individuals and teams to excel. I believe that when people feel supported and equipped, they contribute effectively and drive collective success. I also emphasize improving productivity and engagement, ensuring everyone has what they need to perform at their best from the start.Alongside this, I work to improve productivity and engagement within teams, ensuring that everyone has the tools they need to contribute effectively.


As the creator of this course, I bring both my knowledge and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed. I believe that when people are supported properly, they can achieve great things—and that starts with thoughtful onboarding and ongoing support.


Areas of Expertise:

  • Developing effective onboarding processes
  • Improving workplace productivity
  • Enhancing employee engagement
  • Strengthening retention rates


My approach is straightforward and practical. I’m here to work alongside you, helping to create real and lasting improvements in your onboarding and productivity practices.


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Sep 25, 2024

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Nov 7—21, 2024

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Course schedule

4-6 hours per week

  • Thursdays

    9:00am-10:00am Eastern Time

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    2 hours per week

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Active hands-on learning

This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects

Interactive and project-based

You’ll be interacting with other learners through breakout rooms and project teams

Learn with a cohort of peers

Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you

Frequently Asked Questions

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Join an upcoming cohort

Leading Innovation and Change

Change Makers

$750

Dates

Sep 26—Oct 10, 2024

Payment Deadline

Sep 25, 2024

The Visionaries

$750

Dates

Nov 7—21, 2024

Payment Deadline

Nov 6, 2024
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Bulk purchases

$750

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