The Change Cohort

The Change Cohort is an innovative program designed for social impact professionals who are eager to grow their leadership skills, tackle real-world challenges, and drive meaningful change personally and within their organizations. Over the course of eight months, participants will collaborate in a supportive environment, focusing on personal growth, team dynamics, and organizational transformation.

Why Join Us?

Unlock Your Potential
Over eight months, you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of changemakers to tackle real challenges you face in your work. Together, we’ll share insights, support each other’s growth, and create actionable solutions.

What You’ll Gain

  • Personal Growth: Enhance your leadership skills and gain new perspectives through collaborative problem-solving.

  • Real Problem-Solving: Bring your current challenges to the group. We’ll work together to develop practical solutions tailored to your unique context.

  • Action Accountability Network: Stay on track with your goals through ongoing support and accountability from your cohort members.

  • Team Transformation: Discover innovative strategies to boost creativity and collaboration within your team.

  • Organizational Impact: Learn practical tools to navigate change and drive impactful initiatives in your organization.

  • Networking Opportunities: Build lasting connections with fellow leaders who share your passion for social impact.

Program Highlights

  • Duration: Engage fully with an 8-month commitment from October to May.

  • Cost: The program is offered at a discounted rate of $100/month or $750 upfront for the full timeline, with flexible payment options available.

  • Cohort Size: Small group of 8-10 professionals

  • Format: Choose between an in-person cohort in Duluth, MN, or a virtual cohort via Zoom. Meetings are held once a month for 2.5-3 hours.

Outcomes

  • Achieve results faster with actionable strategies tailored to your challenges.

  • Transform team performance and productivity.

  • Lead significant organizational change with confidence.

  • Expand your influence and open doors to new opportunities.

  • Reduce burnout and enhance job satisfaction through regenerative practices.

Who Should Apply

This cohort is perfect for social impact professionals eager to grow, innovate, and make a difference—whether you hold a formal leadership title or influence change in your own way.

How to Apply

Apply by September 20, 2024: Fill out a brief application here to be considered. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse cohort with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and roles to enrich the learning experience for everyone.

Selection and Notification: We will finalize the cohort and notify all applicants of their status by September 23, 2024. The first cohort meeting will take place in early October.

Join us in this powerful mastermind experience and become part of a community that is dedicated to personal growth, team excellence, and organizational transformation.

 FAQs

  • Absolutely. The Change Cohort is designed for anyone in the social impact space who wants to grow personally and professionally. Whether you have a formal leadership role or influence change in other ways, this program will help you develop the skills and confidence to make a meaningful impact.

  • The core commitment is the monthly 2.5-3 hour session, but you’ll also get the most out of the program if you spend some time reflecting on the sessions, applying what you’ve learned in your work, and engaging with fellow cohort members between meetings. The time outside of sessions is flexible and depends on your goals and availability.

  • Topics will include personal leadership growth, enhancing team dynamics, fostering creativity, navigating organizational change, and practical problem-solving. We’ll also bring in guest experts to cover areas like innovation, regenerative work practices, and cutting-edge tools relevant to the social impact space.

  • The sessions are highly interactive, blending group discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and opportunities to receive personalized feedback on your challenges. You’ll be an active participant, not just a listener, and you’ll have plenty of chances to share your experiences and learn from others.

  • This cohort is unique in its mastermind approach, which emphasizes not just learning but also real-time problem-solving and peer support. You’ll be part of a small, close-knit group of professionals who are all committed to growth, making the learning experience more personalized and impactful. Plus, the focus on both individual growth and organizational change sets this program apart.

  • You’ll receive ongoing support from a community of professionals who are facing similar challenges and opportunities. The mastermind format means you’ll get personalized feedback, accountability, and encouragement from both the facilitator and your peers, helping you stay on track with your goals.

  • The skills and insights you gain from the cohort will be directly applicable to your work. Whether you’re looking to lead more effectively, improve team dynamics, or drive change within your organization, you’ll walk away with practical tools and strategies that you can implement immediately.

  • We understand that life happens, and you might not be able to attend every session. While we encourage full participation to get the most out of the program, we can provide summaries or key takeaways from missed sessions, and you’ll still be able to stay engaged with the group.

  • We’re looking for a diverse group of participants who bring a range of experiences and perspectives to the cohort. After you apply, we’ll review your application and notify you of your acceptance by September 23, 2024. The goal is to create a balanced group where everyone can contribute and benefit from the collective experience.

About the facilitator

Janie Moore, the founder of Brico Works, will be your facilitator for the Change Cohort. With extensive experience in organizational design, change leadership, and the social impact sector, Janie brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for helping professionals grow, enhance team dynamics, and lead organizational change. She is committed to creating a supportive and dynamic mastermind environment where every participant can thrive and create lasting impact.