Overview
Leadership Retreat is designed for Full-Time, Evening, and Weekend Chicago Booth alumni with 10+ years of post-MBA experience, as well as Executive MBA alumni of any graduation year, who are interested in reflecting on who they are and developing as leaders. All sessions will take place at Gleacher Center in Chicago.
Gleacher Center
450 North Cityfront Plaza Driver
Chicago, Illinois 60611
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Please note, this retreat will travel to additional locations to accommodate our global alumni population. If you are unable to make the Chicago date, consider another (to be announced).
Registration Details
Advance registration is required. Reserve your seat today by paying the nonrefundable $125 registration fee.
Registration includes a full day of programming, materials, and breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Doors open at 8 a.m.; programming runs through 5:30 p.m. and will be followed by a one-hour reception.
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Psychological Capital: A "HERO's" Journey
Leaders must be adaptable to a rapidly changing world. While it is common to use your economic capital (what you have), your human capital (what you know), and your social capital (who you know), it is equally valuable to focus on who you are, or, your psychological capital.
This retreat will explore the components of Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, and Optimism, referred to as HERO, the psychological capacities that are necessary to grow as a leader and human. You will gain insights to your strengths and areas for development through activities, mindfulness, reflective group discussions, and expert-led sessions. Participants will leave with a renewed sense of purpose to embrace challenges and a toolkit for strengthening their psychological resources.
Development Objectives
This retreat is designed with these development objectives in mind:
- Reflect on personal strengths and areas for growth in terms of psychological capital.
- Identify past experiences where psychological capital played a role in overcoming challenges.
- Develop strategies for setting meaningful goals and envisioning a positive future.
- Explore methods to enhance self-confidence and belief in one's abilities.
- Develop coping strategies to navigate setbacks and maintain a resilient mindset.
- Practice gratitude and positive self-talk to enhance overall outlook on life.
- Synthesize the retreat's learnings into a personalized plan for enhancing psychological capital.