Values and steadiness
Clarifying what matters and leading with greater intention.
A BOOK CLUB FOR DARE TO LEAD™ GRADUATES
Finding Our
Strong Ground
Eight immersive Saturday gatherings for leaders seeking greater courage, clarity, connection, and accountability in complex times.
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THE INVITATION
Leadership asks more of us when the ground is shifting.
In Strong Ground, Brené Brown invites us to reimagine the mindsets and practices required for courageous and accountable leadership. Together, we will explore the book and apply its lessons to the leadership challenges we are facing today.
LEARNING PURPOSE
Finding Our Strong Ground is designed to help experienced leaders translate the ideas in Strong Ground into intentional leadership practice. Through guided reflection, applied exercises, peer coaching, and meaningful dialogue, participants will strengthen their ability to remain grounded, lead courageously, navigate complexity, and create greater accountability and connection within their organizations.
This is more than a book discussion. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect, practice, and grow alongside experienced leaders who share the foundational language and principles of Dare to Lead™.
IS THIS EXPERIENCE FOR YOU?
Return to the work with new questions.
Finding Our Strong Ground is designed for previous Dare to Lead™ participants who want to:
- Reconnect with the principles and practices of daring leadership
- Remain grounded while navigating uncertainty and change
- Lead difficult conversations with greater courage and clarity
- Strengthen trust, empathy, and accountability
- Apply the learning to current workplace challenges
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WHAT WE WILL EXPLORE
Ideas become practice in the room.
Accountability and trust
Creating clear expectations, responsible ownership, and stronger working relationships.
Navigating competing demands
Responding thoughtfully when leadership challenges do not have simple answers.
Empathy and boundaries
Building connection in ways that remain thoughtful, sustainable, and clear.
Self-awareness under pressure
Recognizing how stress and uncertainty influence our leadership choices.
Turning insight into action
Translating reflection into observable, intentional leadership practices.
YOUR COHORT EXPERIENCE
You will receive
32
hours of facilitated leadership development
8
four-hour live virtual gatherings
15
participants in a thoughtfully sized cohort
1
professionally designed participant workbook
A personal copy of Strong Ground by Brené BrownGuided exploration of Strong GroundFacilitated leadership reflection and application exercisesPeer coaching and meaningful conversationBetween-session reflection and applicationCertificate documenting 32 learning hours
INCLUDED WITH ENROLLMENT
Your copy of Strong Ground is included.
Each participant will receive a personal copy of the book for reading assignments, reflection, and discussion throughout the cohort.
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FALL 2026 SCHEDULE
Eight select Saturdays
Live virtual gatherings designed to welcome leaders across the United States.
12:00–4:00 p.m.Eastern Time11–3 Central • 10–2 Mountain • 9–1 Pacific
SESSION 1October 32026
SESSION 2October 172026
SESSION 3October 242026
SESSION 4November 72026
SESSION 5November 142026
SESSION 6November 212026
SESSION 7December 52026
SESSION 8December 122026
FOUNDING-COHORT INVESTMENT
$2,995
One meaningful investment in your leadership growth.
Your payment reserves your place. Enrollment is limited to 15 participants.
Pay in full
$2,995One payment at enrollment.
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ABOUT YOUR FACILITATOR
Dr. Terri L. Williams
Ed.D., MCC • Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator
Terri spent more than three decades in federal and military service before founding The Above Average School. During her career, she served in senior learning and human resources leadership roles at the Department of Defense, Federal Aviation Administration, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. She is also a U.S. Army veteran.
She holds a doctorate in education from Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of Education and Human Development and the Master Certified Coach (MCC) credential, the International Coaching Federation's highest designation. She has worked with thousands of learners.
“I believe people and organizations are capable of more when leadership creates the conditions for them to thrive.”
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Before we gather
Do I need to have completed Dare to Lead™?
This founding cohort is designed for people who previously completed a Dare to Lead™ program and are familiar with its foundational language, tools, and practices.
Is the book included?
Yes. A personal copy of Strong Ground by Brené Brown is included with enrollment. Reading assignments will be provided before the cohort begins.
What if I must miss a gathering?
Participants are encouraged to attend all eight gatherings because the learning and relationships build from session to session. We can certainly make accommodations to support makeup opportunities for continued learning.
Will the gatherings be recorded?
To protect participant confidentiality and encourage candid conversation, gatherings will not be routinely recorded.
Is this a certification program?
No. Participants receive a certificate of completion documenting 32 learning hours. This experience does not provide a new professional certification or authorize participants to facilitate Dare to Lead™ curriculum.
What is the cancellation policy?
Payments made are nonrefundable after September 25, 2026. Before the first gathering, enrollment may be transferred to another qualified participant.
THE NEXT CHAPTER
Find your strong ground.
You do not have to navigate the complexity of leadership alone.
Request an enrollment conversationEnrollment is limited to 15 participants.