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Can you describe some of the direct benefits that your EMPLOYER gained from your involvement in LBWR?
Can you describe some of the direct benefits that your EMPLOYER gained from your involvement in Leadership Ballarat and Western Region?
“My knowledge of the broader community and the issues facing some members, including some at our workplace, make Springhill Farm a more understanding workplace.“
“Better recognition / understanding of the Shire from other program participants.”
“Networking & leadership skills“
“Better understanding of local issues = market opportunities, Professional Network = Access to decision makers, greater self awareness = Improved EQ and understanding of people dynamics”
“Stronger Leadership - Trusted Integrity - Mentoring Others”
“Better sense of the community in which I live.“
“I am a more rounded person“
“Increased community involvement.“
“By developing leadership skills has directly increased my ability to delegate, look for opportunities and establish networks.“
“Hopefully an even better leader!” “I am a better employee and a better manager - no doubt!“
“Expanded networks, greater understanding of colleagues“
“Enhanced leadership in the workplace - both professional and personal (eg. organising White Ribbon Day afternoon tea at work). The professional enhancement was largely as a result of the Leading Teams sessions.“
“Connections with other industries. Broader vision. Sharing leadership stories.“ “Branding, personal marketing and staff PD.“
“Greater awareness of our organisation / brand within the community; extensive network to promote our service to; Increased skill base and managerial skills“
“Outside influences to leadership and executive meetings” “My current employers have benefited via knowledge, connection to events and networks.“
“I left my employer after LBWR but was able to show good decision making skills and consultation skills with my following employers.“
“I think the network of people I met have helped me to draw on some valuable experiences and resources in my day to day job.“
“A more confident employee, who considers the impact on the local community and how our organisation may be able to assist.“
“The only real benefit would be that the issues surrounding our industry are better understood by LBWR graduates and their networks as a result of the discussion in the group forums adding an angle other than what is found in the media.“
“I was able to increase my professional network which in turn benefited my employer.“ “My confidence in my own abilities and my belief that I could make a difference, certainly benefited my employer at the time and my employers since.” “We have our own business. It has benefited by me being more aware of what is going on in the community. “Improved facilitation skills.“
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