By Dan LaRou, Chrome Enhancements
Leadership programs are valuable investments. Companies benefit by creating a talent pipeline and building engagement, while participants develop personal skills and connections. The SEMA Future Leaders Network (FLN) is holding its second annual Professional Development Program (PDP), where its members have an opportunity to take part in one of the world’s top leadership training programs, presented by Dale Carnegie.
The SEMA Future Leaders Network (FLN) is holding its second annual Professional Development Program (PDP), where its members have an opportunity to take part in one of the world’s top leadership training programs, presented by Dale Carnegie.
Taking place May 11–12 at the SEMA Garage in Detroit, the program is available to a limited number of FLN members at 50% off the regular fee.
FLN membership is open to anyone age 39 and under who is employed by a SEMA-member company. While simply attending the PDP will yield benefits, below are tips to get maximum value from the event:
- The PDP is interactive and limited in size. Unlike programs where you to sit down, listen and take notes, the PDP includes exercises that allow you to get to know your teachers and colleagues. Be open to the activities. Consider sitting towards the front of the class and ask questions. The more you put into the class, the more you get out.
- Network with everyone, even if they’re a direct competitor. You may find that some classmates have similar challenges and can share advice and solutions that you may have not thought of. Past participants of the FLN PDP noted that their favorite aspect of the event was networking with others, and many past participants have stayed in touch to this day!
- Participants will receive a workbook that includes questions, modules and activities designed to inspire and challenge participants’ thinking. Don’t just stick the workbook in a drawer or file it away; Refer to the book after the event and apply the information in your daily interactions.
Another tip before signing up for the PDP is to go into class excited, ready to learn and have fun. Participants will be presented with skills to help excel your personal life and career.
Visit www.sema.org/fln-pdp to get all the details and submit your application.