Become an Influential Thought Leader
10 Days
·Cohort-based Course
Your reputation is your greatest asset. Learn the playbook top executives use to build influence and be seen as a leader in your field.
Become an Influential Thought Leader
10 Days
·Cohort-based Course
Your reputation is your greatest asset. Learn the playbook top executives use to build influence and be seen as a leader in your field.
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Course overview
Transform your expertise into influence and take charge of your reputation
This course equips you with proven strategies used by top executives and their advisers to build and sustain a powerful reputation. Through hands-on guidance, you'll learn how to define your unique expertise, develop a compelling narrative, and leverage multiple platforms, including LinkedIn, to amplify your reach. This isn't about vanity metrics or quick fixes - it's about building your confidence and professional credibility, whether you're climbing the corporate ladder or scaling your own business.
Who is this course for
01
The entrepreneur
You're growing a business and need a reputation boost to attract opportunities and amplify your reach
02
The rising leader
You're a mid to senior-level manager with valuable expertise, looking to step into a more influential role
03
The subject matter expert
You're deeply knowledgeable in your field, but you struggle to translate your expertise into visible influence
04
The communications pro
You’re supporting leaders with their engagement and need solid frameworks to create impactful programs
What you’ll get out of this course
Your professional blueprint
A clear, distinctive positioning that sets you apart - no more struggling to explain what you bring to the table. You'll define your unique "sweet spot" that naturally attracts opportunities aligned with your strengths.
Your content engine
A structured message framework with your signature themes and supporting stories. Instead of wondering what to share, you'll have a systematic approach to consistently demonstrate your expertise.
Your visibility platform
A professionally curated LinkedIn presence and content plan. You will optimize your profile and know exactly what to post and how to engage meaningfully with your target audience.
Your influence strategy
A tailored roadmap to expand your influence, including engagement channels to pursue, partners to connect with, and opportunities to target - moving beyond random networking to building meaningful professional relationships.
This course includes
5 interactive live sessions
Lifetime access to course materials
8 in-depth lessons
Direct access to instructor
3 projects 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.
Become an Influential Thought Leader
Course syllabus
Week 1
Dec
4
Live workshop: Define the "sweet spot" of your expertise
Wed 12/45:00 PM—6:30 PM (UTC)Dec
6
Session 2: Craft and articulate your message
Fri 12/65:00 PM—6:30 PM (UTC)
Defining your expertise
Crafting your message
Week 2
Dec
11
Session 3: Start building your multi-channel reputation
Wed 12/115:00 PM—6:30 PM (UTC)Dec
13
Session 4: Expand your reach and grow influence
Fri 12/135:00 PM—6:30 PM (UTC)
Building your multi-channel reputation
Expanding your reach and influence
Post-course
Dec
18
Bonus session: progress review and guidance
Meet your instructor
Ruxandra Mateescu
C-Suite adviser | Communications consultant | Executive content curator
Over 25 years, I’ve guided experts and executives to shape and strengthen their professional presence and profile. From startup founders to Big4 leaders, I’ve seen how a thoughtfully built reputation can open doors and create opportunities.
I designed this course to share the proven strategies that top professionals rely on to stand out and make a meaningful impact. Join me, and learn how to make your mark - wherever you are in your career journey.
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Become an Influential Thought Leader
Cohort 1
$950
Dates
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5-Day Thought leadership foundations workbook
Ready to transform from expert to influential voice?
Discover your unique expertise, reach the right audience, and build professional authority with the 5-Day Thought leadership foundations workbook.
In just 20-30 minutes per day, you'll:
- Map your expertise sweet spot
- Identify your ideal audience
- Craft a compelling message
- Optimize your LinkedIn presence
- Create engaging content
Perfect for busy professionals who want to build their reputation and a distinctive profile. Includes templates, examples, and step-by-step guidance.
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Course schedule
4-6 hours per week
Wednesdays & Fridays
1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
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December 4-13, 2024
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Weekly projects
2 hours per week
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Learning is better with cohorts
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
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