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The traditional model of business management can create a conflict between employees' personal values and their work practice. As a result, mission statements ring hollow and are not fundamentally embraced by employees. Designed to address this tension, The Seven Intentions® program integrates these important values into both the organizational mission and everyday practices. The result is a workforce that is focused, energized and creative, becoming more cohesive and actively applying the mission statement in all aspects of company life. Communication grows more honest and forthright, and the organization significantly more productive.

Leaders who have dedicated themselves to The Seven Intentions® program have made significant changes in their lives. We refer to these outcomes as the Institute’s “promises.”

  • a clearer sense of personal and professional direction
  • greater clarity on how one can serve the organization and community
  • more intense passion and creativity in work goals
  • increased honesty, motivation, innovation, productivity, and community within the organization
  • a sense of belonging to a fellowship of others seeking the same goals

Course TextView our course text, Managing Upside Down.

 

The Seven Intentions® of Values-Centered Leadership

 
     
   

1
Connect With Goodness
Learn to connect with goodness as a source of wisdom and strength and way to connect with each other. More

2
Know Thyself, Be Thyself
Gain a greater understanding of your own values, beliefs, and gifts and how they can be used more effectively toward your purpose. More

3
Envision Your Destiny
See how your gifts, beliefs, and values correlate to a meaningful purpose in life. More

4
Seek Counsel
Recognize the value in asking others for advice with intention, and practice listening and guiding. More

5
Venture Out
Discover how your imagination is the source for creative and effective solutions,and understand that the courage to risk is essential to values-centered leadership. More

6
Assess
Understand that you are accountable for your choices, and learn that assessment is an ongoing disciplined process. More

7
Pass It On
Share your learning with others. More