Formation of a Leader

Leaders are not simply born—they are formed. And some of the most significant formation happens in seasons we would never have chosen for ourselves. Transitions are inevitable. They are often difficult, disorienting and uninvited, but they are also hinge moments: seasons of disproportionate influence that can shape the direction of our lives and the kind of people we become. Handled poorly, transitions can derail us. Navigated wisely, they can propel us into our God-given future. Throughout history, many great leaders have been able to look back on difficult seasons and recognize that those experiences played a crucial role in forming who they became. The transition itself did not automatically make them better leaders; how they responded to it did. Formation of a Leader is a guide for navigating these pivotal seasons with wisdom and intentionality. It will help you ask better questions, learn from the experiences of others, and develop language for understanding what is happening within and around you. Because transitions often take us into unfamiliar territory, having the right frameworks and perspectives can make the difference between simply surviving a season and being formed through it. Most importantly, this course is an invitation to see transition differently. Rather than viewing difficult seasons merely as interruptions to your leadership journey, you can learn to recognize them as part of the process by which you are becoming the leader you are called to be. You are not just going through a transition. You are being formed through it.