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Webinar on LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR

The Young Bombay Forum of the Bombay Chamber organized a six-part Leadership Accelerator webinar series in September 2024. Ms. Shruti Rathod, representing the Bombay Chamber, extended a warm welcome to the speaker and participants, highlighting the rich legacy and accomplishments of both the Bombay Chamber and the Young Bombay Forum. The event saw participation from professionals across various industries.

The webinar featured two expert coaches:

• Ms. Monica Divekar, Founder of The Mind Coaching Academy, Author, Behavior Specialist, ICF Certified Coach with expertise in Neuroscience and Emotional Intelligence (EI), Master NLP Practitioner, EI Certified Assessor, Facilitative Trainer, and Visiting Faculty at S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research.
• Ms. Varsha Chitnis, Founder of The Mind Coaching Academy, Author, ICF Certified Coach specializing in Brain-Based Intuitive & Solution-Focused Coaching, Certified Behavior Trainer, Certified in Facilitation, Certified Assessor BAT 5, and Visiting Faculty at We School and Tata Institute of Social Sciences.

The webinar addressed key challenges faced by many talented leaders that often hinder their progression into senior positions or critical roles. Common hurdles discussed included confidence gaps, self-doubt, lack of self-awareness, and the need for proactive engagement and relationship-building. By identifying these challenges and offering actionable insights, the webinar aimed to help leaders unlock their full potential and advance in their careers, benefitting both individuals and their organizations.

The Leadership Accelerator initiative was designed to equip participants with the tools and strategies needed to overcome leadership obstacles. The series focused on various topics, including:

• Self-Awareness and Growth: Tools and techniques to foster self-awareness and overcome self-doubt.
• Confidence and Focus Building: Exercises aimed at boosting self-confidence and strengthening leadership presence.

The program’s structure included:

• Six online sessions, each lasting 60-90 minutes
• Four weeks of ongoing support via WhatsApp
• Focus group discussions (FGD) with participant sponsors
• Participant orientation and assessments, followed by group feedback sessions
• Interactive sessions for introducing tools and techniques, with continuous review and feedforward
• Certification upon completion

Participants also benefited from continuous support and practice exercises through WhatsApp, reinforcing the concepts learned during the sessions.

Key Takeaways:

• Improved self-awareness and recognition of gaps holding leaders back
• Greater belief in their ability to step into leadership roles
• Practical, actionable insights ready for immediate implementation

The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting the webinar’s relevance and effectiveness. The interactive format and practical focus made it a valuable and enriching experience for all involved.