Signature Program - Colorado Springs Leadership Institute - CSLI
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Signature Program

A week-long course.

A lifelong impact.

At our core, CSLI revolves around impact. Collaborating with the Center for Creative Leadership, we provide a program that emboldens individuals to be better people, leaders, citizens, and servants of our community.

5 Days, 16 Students,
a Legacy of Leadership

  • Strong Community
    Network
  • A Catalyst for
    Positive Change
  • Diverse and
    Impactful Alumni
  • Enhanced Civic
    Knowledge
  • Collaborative
    Relationships Formed
  • Continuous Learning
    Opportunities

Leadership Program Itinerary

Sample program overview. Program varies from year to year.

MON

  • Introductions
  • Workplace Big 5 Profile
  • Introduction to Peer Feedback (SBI)
  • Executive Presence: Rocket Pitch
  • Rocket Pitch Video Debflef
  • Leading the Function 360
  • Key Leadership Challenge

TUE

  • Opening
  • Alumni Story
  • Burn Bright
  • FIRO-B Instrument
  • Team Experiential
  • KLC Peer Coaching
  • Yoga

WED

  • Opening
  • Introduction to Coaching Conversations
  • Coaching Conversations Video Tape & Debrief
  • Orienteering Planning
  • Group Photo
  • Orienteering at Glen Eyrie

THURS

  • Opening
  • Executive Coaching / Peer Feedback
    Round I
  • Executive Coaching / Peer Feedback
    Round II
  • CSLI Next Steps

FRI

  • Bringing your whole self to leadership
  • Goal Setting
  • Celebration
  • Evaluations / Program Close

FAQ

I have heard that CSLI can be life-changing; what does that mean?

Most people come out of the CSLI experience with a clear understanding of who they are and how they show up as a leader. Much of the program is meant to help you better understand your role and how you affect those in your sphere of influence. Sometimes that means that you will have a revelation about yourself that can be life-changing. The CSLI experience also creates an opportunity for the people in each class to bond deeply with one another through shared experiences and new understanding. The class time involves several hours with a leadership coach, specially assigned to you. Many people find great and lasting value in the coaching experience.

Candidates are chosen from a competitive selection process, which begins with being nominated to apply by an alum and then submitting your application. Each candidate is selected by a committee based on the application, cover letter, reference letters, the economic sector they represent (e.g., business, non-profit, government, education, healthcare), and past and current involvement in the community. 

We seek established leaders who have the capacity and commitment to positively impact our community. Candidates should have demonstrated community involvement and a strong commitment to become involved in community organizations or initiatives.

Dozens of applications typically are received each year for 16 spots in the program. For that reason, CSLI cannot accept more than one candidate from an organization.

Individuals who apply and are not selected can ask to be considered again in future years, though repeat applications do not guarantee selection. You may want to indicate in your cover letter that you have applied in the past. With a limited number of individuals per class year, many candidates apply more than once.

If not selected for this year’s class, you must be nominated by a CSLI graduate again next year. You can be nominated by the same person multiple times.

Yes. CSLI succeeds because of the alumni who volunteer each year to help sustain CSLI through several volunteer committees and who actively participate in other community organizations and initiatives. Commitment also includes attending programs, special events, and opportunities for sponsorship, along with a financial commitment for annual dues support.

Applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of physical limitations. Class members are invited to participate in CSLI and follow-on events that may involve physical exertion. However, whether and at what level you choose to participate in these activities is a personal choice. Over the years, individuals of all abilities have participated in CSLI activities. We will gladly address any concern you have regarding CSLI, and we will do what we can to help you participate at whatever physical level you choose.

Tuition is $4,345.00. Most applicants’ employers pay this fee. Limited scholarships are available to non-profits and individuals not associated with an organization. On average, 2 or 3 participants a year receive a scholarship. These generally range from $500 to $1,000. The maximum scholarship is 50% of tuition.

The CSLI program will occur in April. Selections are announced during the previous Fall/Winter. Full payment is due by the 1st Friday in February. Dates: Orientation is usually a half day in February and the class is a weeklong in April.

For more information about CSLI, please continue exploring our website at www.CSLIonline.org. You also may contact us at info@cslionline.org.