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Leadership Accelerator

What Makes Us Different

Our leadership training questions the status quo.

Our Method

Leadership Practice in Action

Imagine being dropped into a high-stakes leadership moment, with a professional actor across from you and a group of your peers watching. The Hot Seat is our signature learning method: a live simulation where students lead through tension, try new approaches, and receive immediate coaching from peers and faculty. It's intense, iterative, and unforgettable.

Three Pillars of Our Unique Approach to Leadership Development

Use of Professional Actors for Role-Play Practice

Students engage in unscripted leadership scenarios with trained actors playing direct reports, peers, or managers. These surface real emotions, preparing students for the nuance of real-world leadership.

Peer Coaching

Students observe each other in action and give targeted feedback based on what they see and feel. It builds trust, sharpens awareness, and reinforces leadership as a shared practice.

Real-Time Feedback

Students receive immediate, actionable input to refine their leadership approach on the spot. Through direct practice, they enhance their clarity, tone, and presence.

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Testimonial

Christopher Laizure-Metz | NYU Stern School of Business '25

"The Hot Seat gave me practice with real-life scenarios and the muscle memory to lead with confidence. When leadership opportunities arise in professional or personal settings, I can draw from experience because I’ve done this before."