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LEAD Program

Unlock Your Leadership Potential with LEAD: Empowering NALA Members to Lead with Confidence

The deadline to apply is July 21, 2023, 5:00 PM CT

Calling all Active type NALA members! Ready to unlock your leadership potential and take NALA to the next level? Introducing LEAD, our exciting new Leadership Exploration and Development program.

LEAD is designed to enhance your leadership competencies, opening doors to expand your leadership opportunities. Whether you’re aiming for NALA leadership or local Affiliated Association leadership roles or just want to improve your leadership skills at work or in the community, this comprehensive program can equip you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities you need for success.

Applications are now open for the inaugural class of LEAD, but hurry! Only 18 NALA Active type members will be selected for the 2023-2024 training. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this prestigious NALA program. Not an Active type NALA member? Give NALA a call at 918-587-6828 and one of our Member Service Representatives will be more than happy to assist you in upgrading your membership. If you are not a NALA member and would like to join the largest paralegal association in the nation Click here join NALA today.

What you need to know before you apply

The program consists of 10 sessions, packed with engaging content and expert guidance. From the DiSC Personality Test and valuing diversity to effective meetings and speaking skills, each session will empower you on your leadership journey. Check out the schedule below. Participants may not miss more than two sessions to remain enrolled in the program.

All scheduled sessions will be held virtually with attendees and instructors using full video and audio. Attendees will also have assignments and small-group work between the scheduled sessions, and a final capstone project will be due at the end of the program (in March 2024). Participants can expect to spend an average of 3-4 hours/month for the duration of the program.

What is my investment?

• We ask that you commit to all sessions and assignments of the program and that you request permission from or inform your employer that you will be participating.
• The time needed to fully participate in the program is estimated at 3-4 hours/month.
• Program fee upon selection for the program (includes all sessions, materials, and resources): $250 (You can apply for a hardship request if necessary.)

There are no fees to apply. All applicants selected for the inaugural group of the NALA LEAD program will be notified whether they were selected by August 2nd.

That’s not all! Last year, NALA conducted a beta test of the LEAD program with NALA leaders, and we received some fantastic testimonials. They couldn’t recommend LEAD enough, highlighting its relevance to NALA leadership roles and praising the engaging facilitators. Want to hear what our President, Treasurer, and Past President have to say? Watch their inspiring testimonials here:

Debra L. Overstreet, ACP-President
Debby J. Sawyer, ACP-Treasurer
Jill I. Francisco, ACP-Past President

Invest in your future and embrace your leadership potential with LEAD. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the elite group of leaders shaping the future of NALA and the paralegal profession. Applications are open to NALA Active type members until July 21st. Act now and submit your application for consideration!

Schedule*

• August 16, 12 pm ET, 11 am CT, 9 am PT – Session 0: Kick-off
• August 23, 12 pm ET, 11 am CT, 9 am PT – Session 1: DiSC Personality and Valuing Diversity
• September 13, 12 pm ET, 11 am CT, 9 am PT – Session 2: All Things NALA
• October 11, 12 pm ET, 11 am CT, 9 am PT – Session 3: Building Trust and EQ
• November 8, 1 pm ET, 12 pm CT, 10 am PT– Session 4: Effective Communication (Ensuring All Voices Are Heard and Giving Feedback)
• December 13, 1 pm ET, 12 pm CT, 10 am PT – Session 5: Effective Communication (Listening and Receiving Feedback)
• January 10, 1 pm ET, 12 pm CT, 10 am PT – Session 6: Board Member Leadership
• February 14, 2 pm ET, 1 pm CT, 11 am PT – Session 7: Effective Meetings and Speaking Skills
• March 13, 2 pm ET, 1 pm CT, 11 am PT – Session 8: Strategic Planning 101 and Quality Decision-Making
• March 27, 2 pm ET, 1 pm CT, 11 am PT – Session 9: Capstone Presentations (90-minute session)