Are you at a point in your journey where you're seeking deeper alignment, not just success? This isn't another strategy session; it's an invitation to unearth your "reason for being" - your Ikigai – and integrate it powerfully into your professional life.

Join us for an immersive one-day workshop designed to help you connect with your core drivers and chart a path towards even greater fulfilment and impact.

Objective

By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:

1. Spark a profound sense of purpose: We're not just talking career moves; we want to ignite that inner "why" that fuels genuine engagement and impact.
2. Unearth individual Ikigai: Participants will actively discover their unique intersection – that sweet spot of fulfilment.
3. Translate Ikigai into actionable leadership insights: This isn't just philosophical; we'll equip participants to apply their Ikigai to strategic thinking, team motivation, and personal growth.
4. Foster a renewed sense of professional fulfilment: We aim to leave participants feeling more aligned, energized, and deeply satisfied with their contributions.
5. Cultivate a purpose-driven network: Connect with fellow senior leaders on a similar journey of seeking deeper meaning and impact in their professional lives.

Outline

A: UNCOVERING YOUR INNER COMPASS

Welcome, Introduction, Objectives, Icebreaker

Module 1 – The Essence of Ikigai: Explore the Japanese philosophy of Ikigai, moving beyond the buzzword to understand its profound relevance in today's complex professional landscape.
Discover how cultivating a purpose-driven mindset can elevate your leadership and influence.

Module 2 – The Four Dimensions of Fulfilment: Delve into the core elements of Ikigai: what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. Through guided self-reflection, you'll begin to map your unique intersection.

Activity: Passion to Purpose Brainstorm - A dynamic exercise to spark connections between your passions and potential impact.

B: INTEGRATING IKIGAI INTO YOUR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY

Module 3 – Illuminating Your Strengths and Values: Employ focused techniques to uncover your inherent strengths and clarify the values that truly drive you. Understanding these foundational elements is key to authentic leadership and decision-making.

Activity: Core Values Connection - A structured reflection to identify and prioritize your guiding principles.

Module 4 – Crafting Your Professional Blueprint: Move from self-discovery to practical application. Visualize your ideal professional path, infused with your Ikigai, and identify tangible milestones.

Module 5 – Ikigai in Action: Real-World Leadership Perspectives: Examine compelling case studies of individuals who have leveraged their Ikigai to navigate career transitions, build impactful ventures, and achieve greater work-life harmony. Discuss how these principles apply to the unique challenges and opportunities you face daily.

Module 6 – Sustaining Fulfilment: Explore strategies for cultivating your Ikigai over the long term, including mindfulness practices, building resilience, and fostering a supportive network.

Summary, Wrap-up, Action Planning, Q & A

Who should attend

Professionals from all industries and levels who are seeking greater fulfilment, clarity, and purpose in their careers. Suitable for anyone who wants to align their passions, skills, and aspirations to create a more meaningful and successful personal and professional life.

Methodology

- Interactive Presentations
- Group Discussions
- Self-Reflection Exercises
- Guided Visualization
- Case Studies and Hands-on Activities
- Peer Feedback and Role-Playing

Ivan Phua's Profile

A dedicated professional in Learning and Development, Ivan has been involved with the design, development and implementation of Leadership and People Management and Service Excellence training programmes in various industries. An ACTA Certified Trainer and a Certified Executive Transformation Coach, he is also a Certified Behavioural and Career Consultant (CBCC), Certified Advanced Behavioural Analyst (CABA), Certified CareerKeys™ and PersonalityKeys™ trainer and Certified The Leadership Challenge (TLC) facilitator.

He has conducted numerous Corporate and Public Workshops, Learning Journeys for Institutes of Higher Learning (IHL), coaching sessions, Personality and Career Profiling and consultations.

Ivan has trained staff from different industries on Critical Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership and Influence, Appreciative Inquiry, Change Management, Customer Service Excellence, Public Speaking, Presentation Skills, Conflict Resolution, Team Building and Stress Management. His clientele ranges from Corporations, ATOs, CET Centres, F&B, Retail and Service Chains, Education Institutions and others.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION
Executive Transformation Coach (ICF)
Ministry of Education (MOE) accredited Trainer, Singapore.
Family Life Education (FLE) Facilitator, Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF).
Marriage Preparation Course (MPC) Facilitator.
"Prepare/Enrich" Psychometric Profiling Facilitator.
BSc (Hons) Upper, Psychology, University of Derby.