The Real Work of Leadership Starts Within

When was the last time professional learning truly changed the way you see yourself - not just as a leader, but as a person?

The Emerge Leadership Seminar at German European School Singapore (GESS) invites you to reimagine leadership from the inside out. This two-day experience isn’t about frameworks, systems or leadership clichés. It’s about building your internal capacity to lead with clarity, courage and emotional intelligence - even when the stakes are high and the way forward is unclear.

This isn’t just leadership development. It’s personal transformation that fuels professional impact. Whether you’re stepping into leadership or looking to elevate your influence as an experienced leader, this seminar offers the clarity and conviction.

Led by Gavin Grift, internationally renowned leadership coach and author of Emerge, this seminar introduces participants to the seven elements of self-awareness and the Five Leadership Archetypes: the Pleaser, the Ostrich, the Imposter, the Dynamo and the Judge & Jury. Through reflective dialogue, guided activities and practical insight, you’ll uncover how these unconscious patterns shape your responses and your impact - and how to move beyond them.

Day 1 – Ignite Your Leadership Journey 16 April 2026 | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

• Turn Challenges into Growth: Reframe obstacles into opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Strengthen Self-Awareness: Explore seven key elements to unlock your leadership potential.
• Exclusive Collaboration: Work directly with Gavin Grift and a dedicated group of passionate leaders and current Emerge facilitators.
• Define Your Leadership Identity: Create a clear vision that reflects your core values and aspirations.
• Harness the Power of Feedback: Learn to seek and apply feedback as a meaningful tool for authentic leadership growth.

Day 2 – Transformative Leadership in Action 17 April 2026 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

• Uncover the Five Leadership Archetypes: Recognise patterns that may limit your leadership and develop strategies to move beyond them.
• Deepen Your Self-Awareness Practice: Apply habit-changing strategies to address real leadership challenges.
• Lead Through Complexity: Develop practical approaches through emotional intelligence training for managing difficult relationships and navigating team dynamics with confidence.
• Build Sustainable Leadership Habits: Create a personalised action plan for lasting impact.