County leaders are the bridge between local government and the communities they serve. Every interaction—whether sharing programs with residents, engaging elected officials, or communicating during times of change—shapes public trust and confidence. This course will equip leaders with proven, science-based communication and influence strategies to inspire, motivate, and connect effectively, ensuring their message resonates and drives meaningful impact. We’re excited to have Dr. Ulrich Jensen as a part of our virtual course line up with this essential training on communication and engagement.
113 Create Inspiration and Engagement with Charisma with Dr. Ulrich Jensen
🗓️ Friday, January 23, 2025 | 9:00am to 2:30pm | Virtual Course
County leaders need to communicate effectively to lead organizational change, inspire staff with their vision for public service, share county programs with residents, and engage with elected officials. This workshop introduces leaders to a set of specific influencing tactics – known as charismatic leadership tactics – they can use in their own leadership to drive change, motivate, and engage others, and create a pathway for inspiration in their organization. This workshop builds on a one-of-a-kind, science-based leadership development program designed and evaluated by Dr. Ulrich Jensen and has proven to enhance and refine participants’ leadership skills, including their ability to motivate others and retain talent in their organizations.
About the Instructor:
Dr. Ulrich Jensen is an Associate Professor in the School of Public Affairs and Associate Director of the Center for Organization Research and Design at Arizona State University. His research focuses on leadership, motivation, and performance in public service, with work published in leading journals such as Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory and Public Administration Review. Jensen’s innovative studies—including large-scale field experiments—explore how leadership strategies shape employee attitudes and organizational outcomes.