Second Chair Leaders Cohort (pilot)

Leading from the middle has its advantages and its challenges. Leaders in the “second chair” or any chair in between the top and bottom have a unique opportunity to cultivate excellence and influence at their current level of leadership. Second chair leaders gain a perspective that allows for their experience, growth, and influence to flourish.

In this introductory pilot of the Second Chair Leaders Cohort, leaders can lead with excellence, develop clarity, and save time within their current leadership role. In its pilot phase, the cohort will meet in May, every 2 weeks for 1 hour on Google Meet. Cohort participants will be working through a great leadership resource within the Influence Magazine’s section entitled “Make it Count” 10-session study designed for leaders. The Fall 2024 issue has “Leading from the Second Chair.” In this 10-part study, ten essential qualities are explored for leading when you’re not in charge.”

The pilot cohort will cover these topics: 1) Introduction & Identity 2)Mind & Heart 3)Clear Role & Consistent Excellence. What makes this cohort so effective is that not only does it help provide mentoring for the next generation of leaders, but participants will also receive (2) 1-1 Coaching Calls to help move from cohort concept to leadership reality. Each session will have live teaching on key second chair leadership concepts. This cohort is structured so that participants can immediately put into action what they’ve learned. A downloadable notes page will be provided as well as a live Coaching demo so participants can experience the best opportunity for leadership growth.

The Second Chair Leaders Cohort (Pilot) has no charge, and participants become eligible for a drawing to receive a FREE 3-Session Coaching Package in appreciation for participating. The full paid Cohort will launch in Fall 2025. More details will be provided in the pilot cohort on specifics, schedule, and pricing.

To get involved or to find out more information, fill out a “Second Chair Cohort interest form” here and while connecting online at www.leaningforward.life/second-chair

This cohort is developed by pastor and leadership coach, Eric Stender of Mason City, IL. Eric is a staff pastor with over 20 years of continued experience. As an internationally certified leadership coach, he launched Leaning Forward Life Coaching in 2021. Eric coaches ministry leaders to lean forward in life and leadership with clarity, confidence, and consistency.