Shah Academy for Leadership and Innovation

Workshop 3 is Almost Here! Join us for the third session in our four-part DifferenceMaker workshop series! This time, DifferenceMaker Director Richard Juknavorian and Fellow Dave Vatalaro will guide you through developing a strong business model. By the end of this workshop, you'll have all the tools needed to complete your full Idea Plan—bringing your entrepreneurial vision to life. Don't miss this valuable opportunity! ???February 25th ?5- 7 p.m. ??Saab Center, ETIC ???Register now:?https://bit.ly/40FBF6A #RistDM #DifferenceMaker #UMassLowell #workshops #businessmodels #entrepnreruship

Mark your calendars for the March 20 workshop on Strategic Planning!

Sincere gratitude to Paul Makris for delivering an outstanding workshop on Thursday on Leadership. It was such an inspiration to hear about your journey. How you have overcome your obstacles with passion and hard work. We are looking forward to having you over again soon for other workshops! Also many thanks to Dr. Eric Maase and Dr. Zhiyong Gu for helping put together this workshop and for encouraging your students to join. Stay tuned for news about March workshop by Maria Abreu Sepulveda - registration will open Monday Feb 24!

Hello UML students - Please come to BALL 210 between 3:30 and 4:30 pm TODAY to meet Paul Makris - President of Graham Capital Investment and Consulting. Paul?will be reflecting on his early and evolved leadership roles, and how to inspire and influence teams. Coffee/Tea and snacks will be there! This workshop is sponsored by Shah Academy for Leadership and Innovation

No one said leadership was easy, and it's definitely not for the faint of heart. Becoming one of the greats of leadership requires making some very tough and unpopular decisions. Accepting responsibility when things go wrong while giving away the credit when things go well; running headfirst in the fire when everyone else is running in the next direction. Leadership can be challenging, but when you really think about it, leading people is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences anyone can have since you have the opportunity to change the lives of people every day. People look to you for guidance, strength, hope, inspiration, motivation, and a lot more. Leadership will have its challenging days, but the satisfaction of knowing that you are impacting and making a difference every day far outweighs any challenge on any given day.

Our first book club meeting on Thursday. We read 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell. Nicholas Antonietti did a good job picking the book and moderating the conversation. Hilde Axelson Sean Roper John Bennett Allie Reading Kenneth Hawkey Ethan Ayotte For our March book club we are now reading Atomic Habits by James Clear.

Take a moment to embrace the chance to explore beyond your comfort zone! It’s a great opportunity to challenge yourself by trying new experiences, taking some risks, and diving into unfamiliar situations that can lead to personal growth and exciting discoveries. When you step outside what you know, you open up a world of new possibilities, expand your perspective, and develop valuable skills. Remember, every challenge you encounter is a fantastic chance to learn and grow. Each obstacle teaches us important lessons about resilience, problem-solving, and understanding ourselves better, making us stronger and more capable. By welcoming these hurdles, you’ll find yourself gaining new skills and perspectives that will help you navigate future adventures with confidence! https://geni.us/PzN8AT Click the link above for your copy of our new Amazon Best Seller, “Leadership First: 20 Must-Read Articles on Leadership.” Together, let’s inspire leaders to create great organizations. #leadership #management #leadershipdevelopment #employeeengagement #leaders #leadershipfirst #leadershipfirstquotes #executivesandmanagement #inspiration #giffordthomas #entrepeneurship

According to Eric Hoffer: “In a time of drastic change, it is the learners who inherit the future. The learned usually find themselves equipped to live in a world that no longer exists.” Suppose you’re the kind of leader who finally becomes a CEO or whatever your dream job is, and you stop craving knowledge, according to Alyssa Satara. In that case, you’ll hinder your ability to lead. Great leaders prioritize learning because they prioritize growing. Learn your market, learn about your employees, and learn about different industries because these variables are continuously changing. If you want to be an incredible leader in your industry, learning is where you should start. Check out our new Amazon Best Seller, “Unlock The Hidden Leader, Become The Leader You Were Destined To Be,” by simply clicking the link below. https://geni.us/4JmlQU #leadership #management #leadershipdevelopment #employeeengagement #leaders #people #leadershipfirst #leadershipfirstquotes #executivesandmanagement #inspiration

You are cordially invited! Leadership Workshop with Colin Ward , Global leader responsible for Electrification, Automation and Digital Business at Siemens Energy on Thursday 2/20. We hope to see you there. RSVP here before 2/14 https://lnkd.in/eajj8bqR

Do you have an idea that you would like to pursue? Want to make a real impact in the community? If so, APPLY to the DifferenceMaker $50,000 Idea Challenge! Student teams will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas to a panel of judges for their chance to win a portion of $50,000! Applications close February 12th at 5 p.m. Apply today!?https://bit.ly/4iCUqQT