Most professionals don’t fail for lack of talent—they drift for lack of direction.
In today’s turbulent work environment, careers are dynamic—shaped by how well you navigate change. Like an oceangoing journey, success depends on your ability to adapt, recalibrate, and stay on course despite shifting conditions.
High-impact leaders don’t leave their growth to chance. They take deliberate action—learning from experience, seeking stretch opportunities, and continuously realigning with long-term goals. Without this intentional approach, it’s easy to lose momentum—or drift off course.
This masterclass equips you to take control
Through a powerful diagnostic tool, you’ll uncover personalised insights across four key strategies to accelerate your leadership development in dynamic environments. Walk away with:
Clearer direction and sharper focus
Practical tools to strengthen leadership impact
Renewed confidence to thrive in turbulence
You’ll also experience a preview of the reflective, applied learning approach within the Manchester Global MBA—designed for professionals ready to lead with confidence and impact.
Reflect. Reset. Accelerate your leadership journey with the Manchester Global MBA.
Event Details:
Date
Thursday, 16 April 2026
Time:
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Venue
80 Robinson Road, #13-01
Programme Highlights
6:15 PM – Registration & Networking (light refreshments) 7:00 PM – Masterclass: Take Charge of Your Growth: A Reflective Leadership Tool” 8:15 PM – Q&A 8:30 PM – Networking 9:00 PM – End of Event
SPEAKER PROFILE Dr Geoff Thomas Professor of Organisational Behaviour Alliance Manchester Business School
Dr Thomas is a highly sought-after expert in leadership and organisational development. Before entering academia, he was a consultant at Deloitte, bringing strong real-world perspective into his teaching and research.
His expertise spans resilience, personality, high-performing teams, and building cultures of engagement and performance. He specialises in navigating organisational and cultural change—critical capabilities in today’s dynamic environment.
His research has been published in leading journals including Journal of Management, Human Relations, The Leadership Quarterly, Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, and Harvard Business Review.
With experience across more than 100 organisations globally, his clients include Bupa, the NHS, BAE Systems, and Manchester United, as well as government and industry bodies across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand.
Blending academic rigour with practical application, he delivers actionable insights for leaders operating in complex, fast-changing environments.
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