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Dr. Kai A. Sorensen, PH.D.
Since I was a boy I have been told that I was a leader. I've felt the weight of parents who had high expectations for me. I still have a grade report from my third grade teacher who wrote that I wasn't working to my potential-third grade! I've been chosen to lead small groups by peers in classrooms, volunteer organizations and in the work place. I'm intelligent, articulate and passionate. My resume is full of leadership accomplishments. In all that time I was uncomfortable thinking of myself as a leader. Perhaps that is true for you, too.
It's my belief that great leaders find a way to take what is in their hearts and souls and translate that into a vision. The leader says where we are going; the manager makes it happen. Most leaders are not aware of the heart/soul connection. I wasn't. As a result, many times we become 'tyrant' leaders by relying solely on their heads to 'set the course'. I did this many times. When this happens, leaders are attacked. Those being lead react to the tyranny and find ways to replace or sabotage the leader. Sometimes they just leave. People will not long tolerate a leader who only has his interests in mind. Other women and men see this happening and conclude: "Why would I want to be a leader if this is what happens to them?" That was certainly true for me. The more I saw leaders being attacked the less I wanted to be seen as one.
Our workshops offer men and women with leadership qualities a chance to look into their hearts and souls. More importantly, though, we ask our participants to look for their "Embedded Leader", and what holds them back from being magnificent. Our approach is direct and confrontational. It is always compassionate. We will not judge your choices nor your path.
There is no 'answer' for you in any of our workshops, intensives, or coaching sessions. We don't have something to give you. Almost everyone in your life has sold you short, let you off-the-hook, and encouraged you to settle for less than your best. Gleb and I will not do that. All of the answers are already inside you.
Formal Version
Dr. Kai A. Sorensen, Certified Co-Leader for The Mankind Project. Kai has over 35 years experience in coaching men and women in communication improvement strategies. He has presented workshops internationally, and has consulted with such organizations as Chrysler, Michigan State University, and General Motors.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio
Doctor of Philosophy
Speech Communication
December, 1982
University of Houston
Houston, TX
Masters of Arts
Political Science
May, 1977
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
Bachelor of Science
Speech/Political Science
August, 1971
CERTIFICATIONS/AWARDS
Certified Co-leader; The Mankind Project, 2003
Certified Sales Executive (CSE); Sales and Marketing Executives International; 1993
Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM); Toastmasters International; 1992
Toastmaster of the Year; District 62 Toastmasters; 1988
Graduate Teaching Excellence Award; University of Houston, 1972
ASSOCIATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
The Mankind Project; 1997 - present
Sales and Marketing Executives International; 1990 - 1994
Toastmasters International; 1982 - 2000
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce; Ambassador Committee; 1988 - 1992
Kiwanis International; 1984 - 1986
CONSULTING AND TRAINING
KWIC Consulting, 1998 - present;
Consulting, Coaching and Training in the areas of: Organizational Development, Team Building, Conflict Management, Effective Listening, Non-Defensive Communication Strategies, Multicultural Awareness
Advance Solutions, Inc, 1996 - 1998;
Consulting, Coaching and Training Classes for manufacturing organizations in Quality Assurance
No Limits Seminars, 1992 - 1996;
Consulting, Coaching and Training in Sales and Sales Management
CLIENT LIST
Michigan State University Human Resources
Lansing Car Assembly (General Motors)
Chrysler Corporation
Michigan Department of Transportation
Michigan Department of Civil Service
Michigan Association of Credit Unions
Michigan Society of Association Executives
HealthPlus of Michigan (HMO)
Michigan Association of Home Builders
Saginaw County Health Department
State Farm Insurance
Magnesium Products of America
Single Parent Family Institute
Peckham Industries
Marshall Community Credit Union
To read about my incredible brother and conservative alter ego, Gleb Gladwin, click here.
It's my belief that great leaders find a way to take what is in their hearts and souls and translate that into a vision. The leader says where we are going; the manager makes it happen. Most leaders are not aware of the heart/soul connection. I wasn't. As a result, many times we become 'tyrant' leaders by relying solely on their heads to 'set the course'. I did this many times. When this happens, leaders are attacked. Those being lead react to the tyranny and find ways to replace or sabotage the leader. Sometimes they just leave. People will not long tolerate a leader who only has his interests in mind. Other women and men see this happening and conclude: "Why would I want to be a leader if this is what happens to them?" That was certainly true for me. The more I saw leaders being attacked the less I wanted to be seen as one.
Our workshops offer men and women with leadership qualities a chance to look into their hearts and souls. More importantly, though, we ask our participants to look for their "Embedded Leader", and what holds them back from being magnificent. Our approach is direct and confrontational. It is always compassionate. We will not judge your choices nor your path.
There is no 'answer' for you in any of our workshops, intensives, or coaching sessions. We don't have something to give you. Almost everyone in your life has sold you short, let you off-the-hook, and encouraged you to settle for less than your best. Gleb and I will not do that. All of the answers are already inside you.
Formal Version
Dr. Kai A. Sorensen, Certified Co-Leader for The Mankind Project. Kai has over 35 years experience in coaching men and women in communication improvement strategies. He has presented workshops internationally, and has consulted with such organizations as Chrysler, Michigan State University, and General Motors.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio
Doctor of Philosophy
Speech Communication
December, 1982
University of Houston
Houston, TX
Masters of Arts
Political Science
May, 1977
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
Bachelor of Science
Speech/Political Science
August, 1971
CERTIFICATIONS/AWARDS
Certified Co-leader; The Mankind Project, 2003
Certified Sales Executive (CSE); Sales and Marketing Executives International; 1993
Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM); Toastmasters International; 1992
Toastmaster of the Year; District 62 Toastmasters; 1988
Graduate Teaching Excellence Award; University of Houston, 1972
ASSOCIATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
The Mankind Project; 1997 - present
Sales and Marketing Executives International; 1990 - 1994
Toastmasters International; 1982 - 2000
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce; Ambassador Committee; 1988 - 1992
Kiwanis International; 1984 - 1986
CONSULTING AND TRAINING
KWIC Consulting, 1998 - present;
Consulting, Coaching and Training in the areas of: Organizational Development, Team Building, Conflict Management, Effective Listening, Non-Defensive Communication Strategies, Multicultural Awareness
Advance Solutions, Inc, 1996 - 1998;
Consulting, Coaching and Training Classes for manufacturing organizations in Quality Assurance
No Limits Seminars, 1992 - 1996;
Consulting, Coaching and Training in Sales and Sales Management
CLIENT LIST
Michigan State University Human Resources
Lansing Car Assembly (General Motors)
Chrysler Corporation
Michigan Department of Transportation
Michigan Department of Civil Service
Michigan Association of Credit Unions
Michigan Society of Association Executives
HealthPlus of Michigan (HMO)
Michigan Association of Home Builders
Saginaw County Health Department
State Farm Insurance
Magnesium Products of America
Single Parent Family Institute
Peckham Industries
Marshall Community Credit Union
To read about my incredible brother and conservative alter ego, Gleb Gladwin, click here.
