An 8-Week Leadership Mastermind Based on Strong Ground by Brené Brown
Wednesdays | 12:00–1:00 PM | March 18 – May 6 I Ethos @ The Citadel
Leadership today feels like standing on shifting ground. Change is constant. Pressure is real. Expectations are high. And many leaders—entrepreneurs, managers, pastors, nonprofit directors, and volunteers—are asking the same question:
How do I lead with courage, clarity, and integrity when certainty is in short supply?
Strong Ground Leadership is an 8-week Ethos Mastermind designed to help leaders find solid footing in uncertain times. Rooted in Strong Ground: The Lessons of Daring Leadership, the Tenacity of Paradox, and the Wisdom of the Human Spirit, this mastermind draws from Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead research and global leadership community to equip leaders with practical tools, shared language, and courageous practices for real-world leadership.
This is not a lecture series—it’s a facilitated, peer-driven mastermind where leaders learn together, challenge one another, and apply insights directly to their work, teams, and organizations.
Who This Mastermind Is For:
This group is designed for:
Entrepreneurs and business owners
Managers and team leaders
Community and church leaders
Nonprofit professionals and volunteer leaders
Anyone carrying responsibility for people, culture, and mission
If you’re leading people through complexity—and want to do it with courage and integrity—this mastermind is for you.
What We’ll Explore Together:
Over eight weeks, participants will engage themes such as:
Courageous Leadership – Leading beyond bluster or burnout, with empathy, clarity, and strength
The Tenacity of Paradox – Learning to hold tension, complexity, and “both/and” realities without shutting down
Connection & Accountability – Building trust, discipline, and shared responsibility in teams and organizations
Practical Leadership Skills – Navigating hard conversations, strategic risk-taking, and values-based decision-making
Unlearning & Relearning – Letting go of outdated leadership habits and developing new capacities for a changing world
Drawing from stories, research, reflection, poetry, and insights from other leadership thinkers, this mastermind creates space to slow down, think deeply, and lead more intentionally.
What to Expect
Weekly facilitated discussions grounded in the book
Honest, confidential peer dialogue with other leaders
Practical tools and reflection prompts you can apply immediately
A supportive leadership community that challenges and encourages growth
Clear takeaways each week to strengthen your leadership “strong ground”
Why Ethos Mastermind
Ethos masterminds are built on a simple belief: leaders grow best in community. You don’t have to carry leadership alone. This experience creates space to reflect, recalibrate, and lead forward—together.
Enrollment & Details
Course Length: 8 Weeks
Schedule: Wednesdays, Noon–1:00 PM
Dates: March 18 – May 6
Location: Ethos @ The Citadel, Marion, IL
Enrollment Fee: $250
Special Rate: $225 for coworking members, Chamber members, students, and veterans
Group Size: Limited to 12 participants to ensure depth and discussion
Required Book: Strong Ground by Brené Brown (not included)
Registration
To reserve your seat, please complete the registration form and submit your enrollment payment:
Or contact Russell Williams at rwleadership@gmail.com to arrange payment.
Note: Enrollment is not complete until payment is received.
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