RLF GRADUATES FREELY SHARE THEIR REVIEWS ...
POWERFUL TESTIMONIALS FROM COUNTLESS RLF GRADUATES
ON IMPROVING LIFE BALANCE …
“RLF has transformed my career and my personal life. It requires your full effort. But if you trust it and always jump straight in with no reservations, you will become a new person, a better leader, a better parent, a better spouse, a better friend. And you’ll enjoy life more. Guaranteed."
Northeast RLF Graduate
ON BECOMING MORE SELF-CONFIDENT, MORE SELF-AWARE …
“After RLF, I have more self-confidence in my skills, am willing to take more risks to be a better leader, and my leadership and IT skills have improved. I have career and personal goals in place to direct me in the future, and my work/family balance has improved.”
Texas RLF Graduate
ON CHALLENGING THE MIND / REIGNITING A THIRST FOR LEARNING …
“Before RLF I hadn’t read a book in years … I figured I was already smart, and books are old-school – I’m on the Internet. Well, I was wrong. I read every word of every book. And they prepared me for the transformation I experienced over the year. They served as the background – the launching pad – for my journey which was powered through provoking discussion, deep thought and powerful introspection.”
Southeast RLF Graduate
ON DISCOVERING AND IMPROVING INDIVIDUAL LEADERSHIP STYLE AND PRACTICES …
"RLF was well worth the investment. It is for the serious leader with potential who is looking for leadership development on a more personal level. I think that I know myself fairly well, but this has helped me recognize and understand my strengths, what drives me and how to use those strengths for the best outcome in given situations."
Northeast RLF Graduate
ON SHARPENING CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS …
“The skills and insights that I received were incredible, not to mention the camaraderie with my fellow classmates. Every class builds systematically on the previous one and ties in beautifully to the books.”
Southeast RLF Graduate
ON LEARNING TECHNIQUES TO FOSTER / EXPAND “OUTSIDE-THE-BOX” THINKING …
”RLF constantly challenges conventional thinking and requires participants to consider alternative perspectives and ideas – all in a safe and stimulating setting. It’s a fantastic environment to reflect and develop new ideas and skills that build a foundation of continual growth in personal and professional capacity.”
Pacific Northwest RLF Graduate
ON TAPPING INTO A VALUABLE, DYNAMIC PEER NETWORK …
”RLF was such a gift. I made some lifelong friendships and everyone in my class has been a blessing. The networking and bond with fellow classmates is priceless. I now have a reliable network of friends and colleagues that I know I can reach out to at any time for advice, for information and for help”
Midwest RLF Graduate
ON ENHANCING INTERACTION WITH AND LEADING DIVERSE TEAMS …
”Some of the most valuable insights are the various personality profiles where you learn not only about yourself but also about others and how they view the world differently. This gives you a fantastic foundation for interacting with the varied personalities within your own life and workspace.”
Southeast RLF Graduate
ON BROADENING IT-INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS AND CONTACTS …
”RLF is an extraordinarily rare jewel in the crowded field of professional education. Through an understanding of how people, technology and organizations interact, the SIM RLF helps information technology professionals become effective business leaders. It also gives excellent access to other IT professionals and CIO / CTOs who share their career experiences.”
Southeast RLF Graduate
ON DISCERNING A CLEARER CAREER FUTURE AND HOW TO MAKE IT HAPPEN …
“Before RLF, I thought I was making waves in my career, but I was really just splashing around. RLF has taught me to swim and has pointed me toward the ocean. I still have a ways to go, because I now know that the relationships I’ve formed and the insights I’ve absorbed are really just the starting point of my ongoing career journey.
New York Metro RLF Graduate
ON CONNECTING WITH WORK COLLEAGUES IN A GENUINE, INSPIRING WAY …
“RLF has been a platform providing me with the knowledge, tools and ideas to carry on a lifelong learning process and, more importantly, apply them in the workplace for better productivity and interaction with teams throughout my organization.”
Mid-Atlantic RLF Graduate
ON ADAPTING AND THRIVING AMID TECHNOLOGY / ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES …
“RLF is a transformative experience that is a landmark watershed event in your life. Be prepared – your abilities and capabilities are much greater than you ever thought! My company went through a major acquisition during my RLF experience and I feel that the skills I learned at RLF has made me MUCH more effective throughout this transition.”
Pacific Southwest RLF Graduate
ON ACHIEVING THE BUILDING BLOCKS TOWARD THE TOP OF A PROFESSION …
”RLF is the formula for transitioning from player to coach. It’s a venue to polish yourself from the inside out and to embrace your authentic self to be able to achieve your fullest career potential. It thrusts people out of their comfort zones to confront, analyze and overcome obstacles and behaviors that limit our effectiveness as leaders. Those willing to seize this opportunity are the ones who will succeed.”
Northeast RLF Graduate
ON ABSORBING “LESSONS LEARNED” FROM TOP EXECUTIVE LEADERS …
”The speakers were top notch and brought in an enormous amount of rich industry and personal experiences. Between them all, I feel that I gained more than 5 years of leadership development in just one year. What an opportunity to absorb the insights, pitfalls and lessons learned from these top leaders!”
Midwest RLF Graduate
ON PROACTIVELY AND POSITIVELY INFLUENCING PEOPLE …
”I hold two degrees – one in Molecular Biology and the other in Computer Science. Out of all my schooling, I’ve never attended anything more worthwhile and useful than RLF. It has helped me better understand myself, including my own values, priorities and passions. I feel like a more well-rounded leader with a renewed drive to make things happen. “
Pacific Northwest RLF Graduate
ON FINDING GREATER MEANING IN ONE'S PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY …
“RLF is life-changing. It provides a level of wisdom and training that I have never seen in other programs, and I have taken a wide variety of them – including teaching some myself. RLF will truly open up your view of the world and humanity.”
Southeast RLF Graduate
ON IMPROVING HOW TO LEAD OTHERS AND THE COMPANY INTO THE FUTURE …
”I went into RLF expecting to be told that to succeed as a leader in today’s world you have to act, talk or dress a certain way. That’s exactly what RLF didn’t do. The program is about people, building relationships and finding out more about yourself than you ever thought possible. It’s made me reflect on myself and how to become a better leader and mentor. I know I will help my company by making better decisions as a direct result of RLF.”
Pacific Southwest RLF Graduate
ON LEAVING A LEGACY – PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY …
”RLF has been an amazing journey of self-awareness for me. It’s definitely made me a better leader, not only in my professional life, but also in my personal life. It was exhilarating being able to take a deep and introspective dive into what I believe and how I can make a difference for others.”
Southeast RLF Graduate