Budując Liderów · personal growth and leadership programme
You know where you’re heading. You have a plan. You’re not on your own.
A small-group programme for anyone who wants to lead themselves and others with intention. A few months, a small group and one concrete plan for change in your life and work.
What you gain
- Your direction, in writing. Your values written down, and a picture of the future you want to lead towards.
- Obstacles named. You know which beliefs, habits and emotions have been holding change back.
- A plan of small steps. Not a resolution: steps you check every month.
- People who hold you to your word. A group of about six and one-to-one coaching.
You are a leader wherever your decisions affect other people.
What you take away
We don’t promise a transformation in a weekend. We offer a few months of honest work, with people alongside you and a plan that stays with you.
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An outside perspective
You’ll hear what the people close to you and your colleagues might say about you. It’s a starting point, not a verdict.
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A direction that is yours
You’ll name your values and describe the future you want to lead yourself and others towards.
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An honest look at what holds you back
You’ll look at the beliefs, habits, addictions and emotions that make change harder. Without shame, in a safe group.
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A plan you can actually follow
You’ll turn what you long for into small steps. Between sessions you work on your own; at each session you check what worked.
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People alongside you
A mastermind group of about six, short conversations in pairs and one-to-one coaching. Change needs safe relationships.
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Self-knowledge from Career Direct®
You’ll recognise your strengths, your values and the study and career paths that suit you (depending on the cohort).
The programme
Your end can be a wonderful beginning
You start by asking how you want to be remembered. You finish with a plan and the habit of regular reviews.
Perspective
Hear what the people close to you and your colleagues might say about you.
A picture of the future
Define your values, your direction and the future you want to lead towards.
Obstacles
Recognise the beliefs, habits, addictions and emotions that make change harder.
Plan
Turn what you long for into a practical plan of small steps.
Growth
Make the change last through relationships, practice and regular reviews.
How it works in practice
- 4–5 workshops. One session a month, with work on your own in between.
- A small group. About six people in a mastermind format. Everyone is seen and heard.
- Coaching. One-to-one sessions and short conversations in pairs.
- Career Direct®. An assessment that helps you recognise your strengths and direction, depending on the cohort.
- A special guest. A session with someone who puts values into responsible action, depending on the cohort.
Sessions can be in person or online, in a group or one-to-one.
Since 2013
Our events so far
The first Budując Liderów event took place in March 2013. By 2019 we had held several dozen talks and workshops with invited guests. Here are the most important ones, newest first.
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Now
Online academy
We are building a platform with lessons, exercises and questions for reflection at kursy.budujacliderow.pl:
- Teologia biblijnego przywództwa (The theology of biblical leadership)
- Twój koniec może być początkiem (Your end can be a beginning)
- Kompas Kariery (Career Direct)
All three courses are in preparation.
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March–June 2017
Zaplecze Lidera 2
Four workshops on ‘7 nawyków skutecznego lidera’ (7 habits of an effective leader) and guest talks.
- Workshop IV: Synergy and investing 7 habits of an effective leader
- ‘Yet another list of a good leader’s traits. Maybe this one will work?’ Adam Mariuk, tax advisory, Deloitte, 5 June
- Workshop III: Negotiating and listening 7 habits of an effective leader
- ‘Making millions, losing millions’ Ralph Gatti, president of A.R.E. Accessories for 18 years, 8 May
- Workshop II: Vision and priorities 7 habits of an effective leader
- A strong back: the strength that family history gives you Jakub Jazdon
- Workshop I: Being proactive 7 habits of an effective leader
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August 2016
Ralph Gatti in Warsaw
An evening with Ralph Gatti. He came back to us in May 2017.
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March–June 2016
Zaplecze Lidera I
Five evenings on what keeps a leader on their feet.
- How to be a leader Krzysztof Jędrzejewski
- Integrity Piotr Herman
- Motivation and determination Jacek Weigl
- Who I am Dariusz Wit
- Relationships Alan Melkumian
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November 2015 – January 2016
Innovation, success, training
- ‘A coach without borders’ Dick Helm
- ‘Where does success start?’ Dariusz Wit
- ‘Wanted: an innovation leader’ Zdzisław Miara
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May 2015
Dawid Wawrzyniak, coach
‘A vision of your dream career: what ought I to want?’
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January 2015
Piotr Wacławik: ‘O co chodzi w Biblii’ (What the Bible is about)
A series of meetings about the Bible.
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October 2014
Piotr Wacławik (Oficyna Vocatio)
Our guest talked about his own journey in business.
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May 2014
‘Droga do Wolności’ (The road to freedom)
A film evening: ‘To End All Wars’ and a conversation about forgiveness.
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March 2013
‘Od pasji do biznesu’ (From passion to business)
The first Budując Liderów event. Guest: Krzysztof Jędrzejewski.
Zaplecze Lidera
No army wins without a home front.
A leader can take big risks and achieve a great deal. But if they don’t look after what lies behind them, sooner or later they will fall. That is why, in spring 2016, we started a series of evenings called ‘Zaplecze Lidera’ (The leader’s home front). A second series followed in spring 2017: four workshops on ‘7 habits of an effective leader’ and guest talks, including one by Ralph Gatti.
Every evening followed a similar pattern: a talk by the guest, a short break, a workshop in small groups, then conversations over coffee. The same themes come back in today’s programme.
- Series 2, spring 2017Four workshops on ‘7 habits of an effective leader’ and three guest talks.
- Series 1, spring 2016Five evenings with guests: relationships, who I am, motivation and determination, integrity, how to be a leader.
You’ll find the topics and guests of each event on the timeline in the ‘Our events so far’ section.
Where we come from
From a mustard seed
We are inspired by the image of the mustard seed. Something small can, in time, become a place of growth and shelter for others. Leadership doesn’t begin with a title. It begins with character, faithfulness to your values and a willingness to serve.
- Integrity. What we say and how we live are the same.
- Responsibility. For people and for the decisions we make.
- Relationships. We grow in community, not in isolation.
- Practice. Small steps you put into practice in your life and work.
- Faith. A foundation that gives direction, and honest room for questions.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be a manager or lead a team?
No. You are a leader wherever your decisions affect other people: at work, in your family, in your community. The programme is for anyone who wants to lead themselves and others with intention.
How long does the programme take?
4 to 5 workshops, one a month. Between sessions you do a short piece of work on your own and talk with a partner from the group.
Are the sessions in person or online?
They can be in person or online, in a small group or one-to-one. Tell us what suits you.
When will the online courses launch?
Three courses are in preparation. Write to us and we’ll let you know when the first one is ready.