04 Nov, 2007
Editor's Note
by Daryl Ogden 
and Julie Androshick
In this issue of Growth Edge we’re pleased to inform our readers about Kenning Associates’ high impact Consultative Problem Solving Program. This workshop will teach participants how to solve complex strategic problems better and faster, and ensure effective implementation by deploying interpersonal skills to focus all stakeholders on a common goal.
Also in this issue, founding Kenning principal, Mark Ledden, shares his thoughts about what’s required of successful professionals to take the next step in their career development and become truly distinctive 21st century leaders.
04 Nov, 2007
Kenning Associates to Host Consultative Problem Solving Workshop
Join Kenning Associates for an intensive four-day Consultative Problem Solving Workshop January 29-February 1 at the Emory Conference Center in Atlanta. This workshop will focus on how to deploy the mindsets, skills, and tools of the world’s leading management consulting firms. Register on-line at www.kenningassociates.com Spaces are limited.
For more information, email workshop@kenningassociates.com or call the workshop hotline: (404) 915-9569.
Who Should Attend
• Executives looking for tools to increase their team’s ability to think strategically and to strengthen their own leadership ability.
• Functional managers and teams that need to break down traditional silos and become value-added business partners.
• Analysts, specialists, and technical experts who are tasked with performing as “internal” consultants.
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Notes Toward 21st Century Leadership
by Mark Ledden
I recently had the occasion to catch up at a social event with a former colleague who has taken on an exciting leadership development role for a major company famous for recruiting the most remarkable talent and making significant long-term investments to develop that talent.
As I learned more about the nature of her new role, it underscored for me several insights about some of the challenges of developing and coaching high-talent clients and especially exceptional senior-level clients who are reaching new stages in their professional and personal lives.
