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The SLII® Model has stood the test of time. The model was first developed in 1969. It has been continually updated and refined to incorporate the latest research on leadership. The essence of SLII® continues to be as viable today as it was when it was developed. Its conceptual, philosophical, and research-based foundation makes it one of the most widely used, respected, and recognized leadership model available today. |
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SLII® was developed by Ken Blanchard and his consulting team—experienced business people who write and deliver Blanchard® programs and consult with individuals, groups, and organizations. |
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SLII® has an extensive research base, and also resonates with people intellectually and emotionally. |
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SLII® is the only leadership program with both content validity and face validity. |
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SLII® provides an overarching conceptual framework that offers a big-picture look at what effective leadership behavior is and complements other skill-building programs. |
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SLII® is one of the few programs on market that links learning to explicit business objectives. Individual, team, and organization goals are established before training begins. |
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SLII® uses engaging, interactive accelerated learning activities that are learner-focused rather than instructor-focused. |
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Results and impact are key. The SLII® process focuses on tools and processes that support real work. That means fewer generic roleplays and skill practices and more practice with real situations. Every activity embedded in the program is a dress rehearsal for work back on the job. |
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SLII® teaches leaders to do more that just respond to a specific situation with a memorized skill. It teaches them to analyze, diagnose, think, and apply the concepts regardless of the situation. |
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SLII® provides a very specific process for changing behavior because it teaches people how to turn intentions into action. |
