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CU Thrive Leadership Circles
Welcome

CU Thrive Leadership Circles

A six-month, evidence-based leadership development program designed for the unique needs of CU School of Medicine leaders.

Welcome

Welcome to the CU Thrive Leadership Circles. CU Thrive Leadership Circles was created as a complement to existing leadership development opportunities, with a specific focus on the evidence-based leadership behaviors that support professional well-being, engagement, and thriving within the unique context of the CU School of Medicine.

Strong leadership matters. Research shows that leaders can meaningfully influence whether team members feel valued and included, experience open and transparent communication, have opportunities for professional growth, and receive recognition for their contributions. These experiences are associated with greater professional fulfillment and lower risk of burnout.

Developed by faculty from the Centers for Health, Work & Environment and the CU Thrive Center for Workplace Well-being Research, this program is designed for CU School of Medicine leaders who are committed to ongoing growth and development. Over six months, participants will engage in brief skill-building lessons, real-world leadership practices that can be applied in day-to-day work, and monthly peer learning sessions to share experiences, discuss challenges, and learn from one another. The curriculum is grounded in evidence-based leadership practices associated with improved well-being, engagement, and reduced burnout.

Whether you are new to a leadership role or have years of leadership experience, Leadership Circles offers an opportunity to reflect on your leadership approach, learn from peers, and strengthen practices that help individuals and teams thrive.

Key Learning Activities

During the CU Thrive Leadership Circles, you will participate in two kinds of activities each month for six months:

  1. Independent learning activities focused on six core areas of leadership.
  2. In-person, shared meals focused on fostering a culture of peer support as you integrate new skills into their daily work.

Learning Cadence

Each month, you'll learn a new leadership skill through independent learning activities during the first half of the month, then meet with your assigned group for an in-person meal in the second half.

Month 1Connection Month 2Empowerment Month 3Respect & Dignity Month 4Coaching Month 5Recognition Month 6Communication
First half of each monthIndependent learning — reading, podcast & leadership practice
Second half of each monthIn-person shared meal with your group

Key Learning Objectives

  • Describe evidence-based leadership practices that help individuals and teams thrive.
  • Apply leadership practices through structured workplace learning activities.
  • Use reflection to identify strengths, opportunities for growth, and approaches to ongoing leadership development.
  • Learn with and from peers through shared discussion of experiences, insights, and lessons learned.

Thank you for being part of building a stronger, healthier School of Medicine — starting with how we lead.

This program was developed by faculty at the Centers for Health, Work & Environment at the Colorado School of Public Health in collaboration with faculty from the CU Thrive: Center for Workplace Well-being Research.