Leadership and Resilience in BANI Times

The global pandemic has thrust resilience onto the agenda of every business worldwide. While everyone anticipated the joy of a prolonged recovery and a return to normalcy, the conflict in Ukraine has ushered in a new post-VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous) reality, leading us to discuss BANI, a new acronym:

B (Brittle) = Fragile: The idea is that we are susceptible to catastrophe at any moment, and all companies built on fragile foundations can crumble overnight.

A = Anxious: Anxiety is one of the most prevalent symptoms today, not only in people's personal lives but also in the job market. We are living on the edge, creating a sense of urgency that guides decision-making.

N = Non-linear: In this period, we live in a world where events seem disconnected and disproportionate. Without a well-defined and standardized structure, it may no longer make sense to engage in detailed long-term planning.

I = Incomprehensible: Misunderstanding arises when we find answers, but the answers don't make sense. Therefore, we must understand that we cannot control everything.

But what can organizations do now? It will all depend on their leadership and how well they can adapt to this new reality.

Through this strategic coaching program, we identify the main areas for personal development for each participant and self-discovery of their new roles in building an organization resilient to BANI environments.

Using a powerful digital collaborative tool, we prepare activities in advance to ensure that the in-person course can have the desired impact on each participant.

We adopt the principles of andragogy and the TRANSFORM8 model developed by Keith Jones and Tessa Sharp, combined with the SSM ( Soft Systems Methodology ) approach

Prices and Logistics

The course price is per participant and includes air travel from major UK airports in Business class, accommodation at the hotel (Deluxe Natural Park View room), and a 2-night full-board stay (possibility to extend your stay directly with the hotel) as well as all transportation in Portugal.

Participation is for a minimum of 4 people and a maximum of 10 to ensure effective team building.

Travel from any major city in the UK is included in the price.

Upcoming Courses

At Hotel Penha Longa Resort - Dates to be determined.

Program

• 1st Day (afternoon): Participants' arrival, welcome talk, and dinner on your own in Sintra or at the hotel.
• 2nd Day (full day): Training sessions and activities in the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park environment.
• 3rd Day (morning): Training sessions and conclusions, farewell lunch, end of the program.

Your IAF Certified Professional Facilitato r TM

Paul Nunesdea is the author pen name of Paulo Manuel Coimbra Nunes de Abreu, who describes himself as a collaboration architect. His work focuses on event moderation (Master of Ceremonies), strategic coaching, and group facilitation, working with managers and executives interested in innovation, mindset transformation, and the pursuit of new purposes.

He holds a degree in Psychology, a Master's from the University of Sheffield, and a Ph.D. from the University of Lancaster. His experience spans various public entities, including the Regional Government of Madeira and the Ministry of Health of Portugal, as well as projects with international consulting firms such as PWC and McKinsey & Co. He has also taught at the Institute of Applied Psychology and the School of Economics and Business at the University of Lisbon (ISEG) and conducted consultancy and research projects for the Ministry of Industry (INETI), the Ministry of Health of Portugal, Eureko B.V. in the Netherlands, the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction, among other organizations.

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