The Institute Launches the Athena AI Coach, for Always Available Microcoaching! Learn More »
Faculty Image
Faculty Book Faculty Book
Authentic Leadership: Build Trust, Resolve Conflicts, And Inspire Others
3-Hour (Virtual)
Apr 21, 2026
Mike Robbins
12pm - 2:30pm EST | 11am - 1:30pm CST | 9am - 11:30am PST
$395 (US) per person
You Will Learn: Leadership Skills  |  Integrity / Trust
What You'll Walk Away With
  •  Develop the skills to truly understand others, articulate your message effectively, and navigate conflict with confidence.
  • Learn proven strategies to boost self-awareness, regulate emotions, and lead with greater impact.
  • Unlock the potential of those around you by fostering a strengths-based approach and leading with authenticity.
  • Cultivate deeper relationships through trust-building techniques that create a culture of collaboration and engagement.
You'll also walk away with recognized continuing education credits (CPE and SHRM), a certificate of completion, and a shareable digital badge for LinkedIn or other platforms. These can highlight your expertise to your manager and help strengthen your professional profile.
Certificate example
About This Session

Authenticity is critical to success and effectiveness for 21st-century leaders. In a world where trust is increasingly valued and relationships are central to achieving goals, it's more important than ever for leaders to cultivate authentic connections. These relationships help build trust, foster open communication, resolve conflicts, and create a true sense of inspiration and unity within teams and organizations. Authentic leadership isn't just a buzzword—it’s the foundation for driving meaningful change and achieving sustainable success.

This interactive program dives deep into the principles of authentic leadership, offering valuable insights and practical techniques that leaders can apply immediately. Grounded in positive psychology and strengths-based leadership principles, the program equips participants with the tools they need to navigate today’s complex workplace challenges.

The program covers core concepts such as proven ways to build trust genuinely and foster stronger connections, strategies for engaging in difficult conversations with confidence and empathy, and the powerful impact of appreciation on team morale and results. By the end of the program, leaders will walk away with a clear understanding of how to lead with authenticity and create lasting impact within their organizations.

Mike Robbins

Mike Robbins is a New York Times best-selling author of five books, including Bring Your Whole Self to Work, and his latest, We're All in This Together. He's a sought-after speaker and consultant who delivers programs for some of the top organizations in the world.

As an expert in teamwork, leadership, and emotional intelligence, Mike empowers people, leaders, and teams to engage in their work, collaborate, and perform at their best. He teaches essential techniques that allow individuals and organizations to be more appreciative, authentic, and effective.

Mike has been featured on NPR, ABC News, the Oprah radio network, and in the Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, the New York Times, the Economist, the Wall Street Journal, and many others. He's a regular contributor to Forbes and the creator and host of the popular podcast, We're All In This Together.

Program Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based (Zoom platform)
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None
Participants will earn 3 CPE credits or 3 PDC credits
Field of Study: Personal Development
PLEASE NOTE: All virtual programs are held using the Zoom web application. If you do not have Zoom, or if it is not approved for use in your organization, you can log in using your personal device (tablet or phone). If you would like to test Zoom to be sure it is working on your computer or portable device, you can do so by going to: https://zoom.us/test. If your organization needs information for whitelisting Zoom you can find it by clicking here.
For more information regarding refund, complaint and program cancellation policies click here, or contact our corporate office at 775.322.8222. You may also view our NASBA Statement here.