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Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Live Webcast

Leading Up: The Superpower Every Ascending Leader Needs (X4-7361805)

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
webcast

Vendor Platform

2 CPE Credits in PD

OVERVIEW

Most leadership training focuses on leading downstream, with the goal of eventually advancing to an executive role. Few people get to be “top dog” in their organization. So, nearly every worker will spend their entire career leading up, even while serving in a leadership role. Learn the skills and tactics needed to develop an effective working relationship with your boss and other superiors. Gain the credibility and support necessary to get things done and advance professionally.

DESIGNED FOR

This course is designed for current and aspiring leaders who want to enhance their leadership effectiveness by learning to lead in all directions. It is ideal for managers, team leaders, executives, and professionals seeking to build a thriving and produc

BENEFITS

  • Build unwavering trust to gain credibility with your boss.
  • Adjust your communication style and preferences.
  • Advance your boss’s agenda to ensure key priorities are met.
  • Enable your team to lead up to you.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • The consequences of upward leadership failure.
  • Building credibility with your boss, Serving multiple bosses.
  • Making the business case for your ideas.

COURSE LEVEL

Basic

PREREQUISITES

None

ADVANCE PREPARATION

None

INSTRUCTOR

Jon Lokhorst

Jon Lokhorst, CPA, ACC

Leadership Coach and Consultant

Lokhorst Consulting

Jon is an executive leadership coach and consultant based in Minneapolis. He partners with CPAs, CFOs and other leaders who face massive change in their industry and recognize the need for a new approach to leadership to navigate those challenges. Before launching Lokhorst Consulting LLC, Jon enjoyed a 30-plus year career as a CPA, CFO and organizational leader. He has a Master's in Organizational Leadership and is recognized by the International Coach Federation as an Associate Certified Coach. Jon serves as adjunct faculty in the School of Business and Nonprofit Management at North Park University. He is a member of the National Speakers Association and speaks regularly for CPA conferences and firms.