The following Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) are what the Office of Personnel (OPM) is looking for in their Senior Leaders. These competencies are what all leaders should aspire to master. It is important that you understand what these mean and how you can develop them. Please prepare a 4-6 minute PowerPoint presentation to be given the third and final week on one of the following SES ECQs:
Leading Change
Leading People
Results-Driven
Business Acumen
Building Coalitions
You can be creative in your presentation covering what is important to you as well any medium you would like to use. After your presentation you will field questions from the audience. No written report is required. Listed below are some areas you may want to address.
Define what the ECQ means to you.
Provide examples of any personal experience you’ve had with the particular ECQ.
Provide examples of when you have seen leaders practicing the ECQ or conversely when they did not. What where the consequences in either case?
Present ideas on how you could develop the ECQ.
Give examples of how you have already developed the ECQ and the impact you have had.
Add any other relevant comments/info.
PowerPoint Presentation: Leading Change
PowerPoint Presentation: Leading Change
Slide 1: Introduction
Title: Leading Change
Introduction to the concept of Leading Change as an Executive Core Qualification (ECQ)
Engaging visual or graphic related to change or leadership
Slide 2: Define Leading Change
Define what Leading Change means to you personally
Emphasize the importance of being proactive, adaptable, and visionary in driving organizational change
Include a relevant quote or statistic related to change management
Slide 3: Personal Experience
Share a personal experience where you have successfully led change within an organization or team
Describe the specific situation, the challenges faced, and the strategies employed to overcome resistance and achieve desired outcomes
Highlight the impact of your leadership on the individuals involved and the overall success of the change initiative
Slide 4: Leaders Practicing Leading Change
Provide examples of leaders you have observed who effectively practiced Leading Change
Describe the specific actions or behaviors they demonstrated to inspire and guide others through change
Discuss the positive consequences of their leadership, such as increased employee morale, improved productivity, or successful organizational transformation
Slide 5: Leaders Not Practicing Leading Change
Share examples of leaders who failed to effectively practice Leading Change
Discuss the consequences of their lack of leadership, such as resistance from employees, missed opportunities, or organizational stagnation
Highlight the importance of proactive and strategic leadership in navigating change successfully
Slide 6: Developing Leading Change
Present ideas on how to develop the competency of Leading Change
Suggest strategies such as continuous learning, seeking feedback, attending workshops or seminars on change management, and seeking mentorship from experienced change leaders
Encourage embracing ambiguity, fostering a culture of innovation, and building strong communication and collaboration skills
Slide 7: Personal Development Impact
Share specific examples of how you have already developed the competency of Leading Change
Discuss the positive impact you have had on teams or organizations through your ability to initiate and lead change
Highlight any measurable outcomes or success stories resulting from your leadership in change initiatives
Slide 8: Additional Comments/Info
Provide any additional relevant comments or information related to Leading Change
Offer insights on emerging trends or best practices in change management
Encourage ongoing development and continuous improvement in leading change
Slide 9: Conclusion
Recap the main points discussed throughout the presentation
Reiterate the importance of mastering Leading Change as an ECQ for senior leaders
End with a strong call to action for the audience to embrace change and become effective change leaders themselves
Note: The presentation can be enhanced with visually appealing slides, graphics, images, and relevant quotes to engage the audience. It is important to practice delivering the presentation in a confident and engaging manner. During the question-and-answer session, be prepared to respond thoughtfully and provide additional examples or insights based on audience inquiries.