Question 1

Who is the Leadership Lab program for?

Accepted Answer

The Lab program is designed for accomplished women leaders across sectors (scientific, government, nonprofit, corporate) who manage teams, budgets, and complex stakeholder relationships. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of leadership experience and are ready for their next level of growth.

Question 2

What makes this program different from other leadership training?

Accepted Answer

This is a leadership laboratory where you'll practice mastering the hardest skills: staying strategic under intense pressure, maintaining composure when stakes are high, seeing the systems beneath symptoms, and leading through uncertainty and resistance. True mastery comes through determined practice. You'll work in our laboratory with expert coaches and a committed peer community, applying frameworks to real challenges and receiving immediate feedback. The intimate cohort size (25 people) ensures deep engagement and personalized attention across our 9-month journey, combining virtual learning with intensive in-person sessions in NYC.

Question 3

What is the time commitment?

Accepted Answer

The program spans 6 to 9 months. It launches with a virtual intensive (11 hours spread over 3 days), then monthly 2-hour virtual case consultations. The virtual cohort runs entirely online. The in-person cohort adds a 2-day capstone in New York to close.

Question 4

Do I need to attend all sessions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The program builds progressively, and the intimate cohort structure relies on consistent participation. We ask participants to commit to all scheduled sessions.

Question 5

What is the investment?

Accepted Answer

The Lab runs in two formats. The virtual cohort is delivered entirely online and costs $7,000, or $5,000 early bird. The in-person cohort adds a 2-day capstone in New York and costs $10,000. Needs-based discounts are available for qualified candidates. Travel and accommodation for the New York capstone are not included.

Question 6

What if I've never studied Adaptive Leadership?

Accepted Answer

The program is designed for both newcomers and those familiar with Adaptive Leadership. We create learning groups that benefit from diverse experience levels.

Question 7

Will I get individual coaching as part of the Lab?

Accepted Answer

While the Lab program emphasizes peer learning and group case consultation, participants receive significant individual attention during both virtual and in-person sessions. You can also sign up for one of our executive coaching packages.

Question 8

How are participants selected?

Accepted Answer

We carefully curate each cohort for diversity of sector, experience, and perspective. Applications are reviewed holistically, considering leadership experience, current challenges, and potential contribution to the learning community.

Question 9

What happens after the program ends?

Accepted Answer

Participants join our alumni network and often maintain strong connections with their cohort. Many continue meeting regularly for peer consultation and support.

Question 10

Is my organization too small/large for this program?

Accepted Answer

We welcome leaders from organizations of all sizes. The focus is on the complexity of your leadership challenges, whatever your organization's size.

Question 11

Can international participants join?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We welcome international participants who can commit to the schedule and travel to NY for the in-person portion.

Question 12

How much interaction is there with faculty?

Accepted Answer

Our world-class faculty are actively engaged throughout the program, facilitating sessions, providing feedback, and sharing their extensive experience across sectors.

Question 13

What if I need to miss a session due to emergency?

Accepted Answer

While full participation is expected, we understand emergencies arise. We work with participants to ensure they can catch up on missed content.

Question 14

Is there pre-work required?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Participants complete pre-program diagnostics and readings to ensure everyone starts with a common foundation.

Question 15

How do I join?

Accepted Answer

Email us for more information on our next cohort dates.

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