an invitation to contemplative leadership
Training for Leaders & Teams on Contemplative Practice
Dr. Thulani On
REIMAGINING LEADERSHIP
Of all the qualities needed for effective leadership, resilience has never been more important. Discover how to lead with clarity, calm and wisdom during times of uncertainty and change.
Leadership and Team Development
Say Hello To
Thulani
I am a seasoned facilitator, organizational development consultant, and leadership coach. My mission for the past 20+ years has been helping leaders and teams build resilience, optimize potential and improve organizational effectiveness through the lens of contemplative practice.
I am passionate about developing innovative training solutions that inspire dialogue, critical self-reflection and individual and group transformation.
My book, An Invitation to Contemplative Leadership, will be launching in the summer of 2022. In addition, I am engaged in research exploring contemplative practice in leadership, how leaders build a mindful culture and the role of mindfulness for reducing unconscious bias. To learn more about my work, please click here:
Feel free to explore my website and read through my articles and papers. Reach out if I can be of assistance.
"Learn to be quiet enough to hear the genuine within yourself so that you can hear it in others." - Marion Wright Edelman
Contemplative Leadership
/noun
- Practices that help to cultivate insight, self-awareness, deep listening, concentration, compassion, etc.
- The ability to lead with calm, clarity and focus amidst change and uncertainty.
- A practice of ongoing awakening, reflection, questioning, and expanded self- awareness.
become more mindful & inclusive
Mindfulness Training for Unconscious Bias
Unconscious bias in the workplace has become a major focal point in diversity and inclusion work. Industries across the country are seeking solutions to foster a more inclusive and equitable work culture. However, an important piece of the puzzle is missing: Mindful Awareness
Even the best trainings are limited if they do not address cognitive processes and internalized fears and prejudices that underlie unconscious bias. Learn why mindfulness is key and should be included in diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
Research
Contemplative Leadership
From Thulani's dissertation, learn how contemplative practices build resilience and effectiveness in leaders.
Featured EBook
Mindfulness
for Unconscious Bias
Thulani's eBook introduces mindful inquiry as a practice to engage in difficult conversations about racial equity with compassion, objectivity and neutrality.
Featured Article
From Stress to Flow
Thulani's article discusses how to create a flow mindset. Reframe stress into fuel for performance rather than the fuse for burning out.