Workshop - The Art of Adaptive Leadership in Uncertain Times

In today's volatile and uncertain business landscape, adaptive leadership has emerged as a critical capability for navigating complex challenges. This immersive 4-hour workshop introduces participants to the fundamental principles and practices of adaptive leadership through three essential pillars: Problem-Solving in Uncertainty, Empathetic Change Leadership, and Continuous Improvement Mindset. Through interactive simulations, case studies, and collaborative exercises, participants will develop the flexibility and resilience needed to thrive amid ambiguity. The workshop provides structured approaches to diagnosing complex problems, supporting teams through transitions, and implementing rapid learning cycles for sustained adaptation. Whether you're leading organizational transformation, managing cross-functional teams, or navigating industry disruption, this workshop offers practical frameworks and actionable strategies to enhance your leadership effectiveness. You'll leave with a personalized adaptive leadership toolkit and concrete techniques to implement immediately within your team and organization.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Apply sophisticated problem-solving techniques to diagnose adaptive challenges, identify hidden opportunities, and develop innovative solutions in ambiguous situations
• Utilize empathetic leadership approaches to build psychological safety, address resistance, and guide teams through periods of uncertainty and change
• Implement continuous improvement frameworks that enable rapid learning, course correction, and sustained adaptation in volatile environments

Who Should Take This Workshop

This workshop is ideal for:

1. Senior Leaders navigating organizational transformation or industry disruption
2. Middle Managers implementing change initiatives within their departments
3. Project Leaders coordinating cross-functional teams in complex environments
4. Team Supervisors supporting staff through transitions and uncertainty
5. Change Management Professionals seeking to enhance their leadership toolkit
6. Entrepreneurs building resilient organizations in dynamic markets
7. Any professional facing complex challenges requiring adaptive approaches

No specific prerequisites are required – just an openness to embracing uncertainty and a commitment to growth.

Key Takeaways

Participants will leave with:

• Adaptive Challenge Toolkit - Frameworks for distinguishing technical and adaptive problems, mapping stakeholder perspectives, and designing innovative solutions
• Change Leadership Resources - Practical techniques for building psychological safety, addressing resistance, and fostering engagement during periods of transition
• Continuous Improvement System - A structured approach to rapid learning cycles, feedback mechanisms, and iterative progress measurement · Personal Adaptation Plan - A customized 30-day action plan to implement adaptive leadership practices within your specific context

This workshop goes beyond theory to provide participants with practical, context-specific tools they can immediately apply to enhance their leadership effectiveness in navigating today's complex and rapidly changing environment.

Presenters: Kate Megaw & Anu Smalley - Team KatAnu

Kate is a Co-Founder of Team KatAnu and CEO at ARCLight Agile, specializing in guiding organizations on their #JourneytoAgility. With a focus on empowerment and collaboration, she accelerates decision-making and customer-centricity.

Kate collaborates with leaders across departments to instill agile leadership principles, fostering innovation and flexibility. A dynamic Certified Scrum Trainer (CST), Project Management Professional (PMP), and Certified Team Coach (CTC), Kate brings over 30 years of experience spanning Education, Operations, IT, and Consulting. Renowned for her communication ability and motivational speaking, Kate thrives on delivering ‘aha’ moments to clients.

Holding a bachelor’s degree in Information Management from Queen’s University, Belfast, she now resides in the United States.

Anu, Co-Founder of Team KatAnu and President/Founder of Capala Consulting Group, LLC, specializes in Executive coaching and Agile Transformations. As an Enterprise Agile Coach and Certified Scrum Trainer®, she offers education, coaching, and consulting services nationwide. With over 25 years in IT, Anu holds a Master’s in Psychology from Osmania University, India, and an MBA from Bowling Green State University, Ohio.

Anu excels in large-scale agile transformations, notably contributing to the success of organizations like Capital One. Her expertise extends to leadership coaching and facilitating large groups. She establishes internal agile coaching Centers of Excellence and designs coaching programs for evolving leaders.

Team KatAnu, the dynamic collaboration between Kate Megaw (ARCLight Agile CEO) and Anu Smalley (Capala Consulting CEO), specializes in Scrum, Leadership, and Facilitation training, coaching and consulting. They offer both certified and customized training solutions, emphasizing agility in their global engagements. Through engaging presentations and classes, Team KatAnu champions Executive and Leadership Training, Coaching, and Development, transcending departments. They cultivate a mindset of agile leadership, fostering innovation, adaptability, and empowering teams. Renowned for their lively speaking style, they advocate enjoyable learning experiences, steering teams toward swift decision-making and a customer-centric approach to evolving needs.