{"id":1273,"date":"2026-05-15T09:39:51","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T01:39:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/?page_id=1273"},"modified":"2026-05-18T09:28:32","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T01:28:32","slug":"8th-may-2026-reinventing-leadership-in-a-changing-landscape","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/?page_id=1273","title":{"rendered":"8th May 2026 &#8211; Reinventing Leadership in a Changing Landscape"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-x-large-font-size\">From Strengths to Strengths<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Event Objective<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The Business Leaders Alumni Club (BLAC) Appreciation Event was designed to help business leaders navigate change in an increasingly fast-moving world shaped by technology and AI. The event focused on leadership reinvention, self-awareness, adaptability, and personal growth. Participants were encouraged to reflect on their current leadership approaches, let go of outdated mindsets, embrace uncertainty, and develop new perspectives for future growth. Through interactive discussions and self-reflection exercises, leaders explored how to strengthen human qualities such as judgement, creativity, resilience, and strategic thinking while adapting to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Letting Go and Moving Forward<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The first part of the event focused on the importance of letting go. Leaders were encouraged to release stress, past failures, unhealthy attachments, outdated business approaches, and even relationships or habits that no longer serve their growth. Holding onto the past can slow progress and prevent leaders from adapting to new opportunities. The session emphasized that growth often begins when individuals stop focusing on what weighs them down and instead redirect their energy toward the future. Letting go creates space for clearer thinking, better decisions, and personal renewal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Establishing New Beginnings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The second part explored the excitement of starting new chapters. This phase encourages curiosity, creativity, and openness to trying new things. Participants learned that new beginnings are often energizing because they allow people to rediscover passion, experiment with fresh ideas, and step outside familiar routines. During this stage, time often feels like it passes quickly because individuals become deeply engaged in learning and exploring. The session highlighted the importance of embracing uncertainty as part of innovation and leadership growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_162846-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1266\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_162846-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_162846-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_162846-768x576.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_162846-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_162846-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_162846-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Self-Awareness and the Saboteur Assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">A major part of the workshop focused on self-awareness through the Positive Intelligence Saboteur Assessment. Participants explored how internal thought patterns and behaviours can either support or limit leadership effectiveness during times of change. The workshop explained that these \u201csaboteurs\u201d are often strengths that become weaknesses when overused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The assessment introduced nine common saboteurs that can affect leadership and decision-making:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Judge<\/strong><br>Constantly criticizes oneself, others, or situations, creating stress and negativity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Controller<\/strong><br>Wants everything done a certain way and struggles to trust others or delegate effectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Hyper-Achiever<\/strong><br>Ties self-worth to success and accomplishments, often leading to burnout.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Pleaser<\/strong><br>Prioritizes others\u2019 approval over difficult but necessary leadership decisions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Stickler<\/strong><br>Focuses excessively on perfection and details, slowing progress and innovation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Hyper-Vigilant<\/strong><br>Constantly worries about risks and problems, creating anxiety and fear-based leadership.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Restless<\/strong><br>Continuously seeks the next challenge and struggles to remain present or satisfied.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Avoider<\/strong><br>Avoids conflict, difficult conversations, or uncomfortable decisions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Victim<\/strong><br>Feels powerless during challenges and focuses too heavily on obstacles or setbacks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The session emphasized that these traits are not entirely negative. Many of them originate from genuine strengths such as ambition, discipline, care for others, caution, or high standards. However, when used excessively, they can limit leadership effectiveness, strain relationships, and reduce adaptability. Leaders were encouraged to recognize these patterns, balance them, and develop healthier responses during periods of change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_161059-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1268\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_161059-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_161059-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_161059-768x576.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_161059-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_161059-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_161059-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Growth and Reflection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The final part of the event focused on growth and reflection. The concept was compared to an empty parking lot filled with open space, representing opportunity and potential. Leaders were encouraged to slow down and reflect on their journey, including both successes and mistakes. Reflection allows individuals to understand what worked, what needs improvement, and where they want to grow next. This phase highlighted the importance of continuous learning, self-development, and creating room for future possibilities. Rather than fearing uncertainty, leaders were encouraged to see it as space for reinvention and long-term growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">AI Johari Window<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Another key part of the event focused on how business leaders can integrate AI into both their operations and daily decision-making. The session emphasized that AI should not be viewed as a replacement for human leadership, but as a tool that can enhance productivity, creativity, reflection, and strategic thinking. Participants explored four different ways AI can support leaders depending on what is known or unknown to both the individual and the AI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_170328-1-edited-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1276\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_170328-1-edited-scaled.jpg 1920w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_170328-1-edited-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_170328-1-edited-768x1024.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_170328-1-edited-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_170328-1-edited-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.blac.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20260508_170328-1-edited-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/posts\/blac2010_blac-sme-businessleaders-ugcPost-7460875352362369025-ZOES?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAA8KhBYBqb2_30BJwhwq89ntlmaL6PJW9K8\">View it on LinkedIn<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">Connect with us on social media:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links aligncenter has-large-icon-size is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-facebook  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BlacSingapore\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.5 2 2 6.5 2 12c0 5 3.7 9.1 8.4 9.9v-7H7.9V12h2.5V9.8c0-2.5 1.5-3.9 3.8-3.9 1.1 0 2.2.2 2.2.2v2.5h-1.3c-1.2 0-1.6.8-1.6 1.6V12h2.8l-.4 2.9h-2.3v7C18.3 21.1 22 17 22 12c0-5.5-4.5-10-10-10z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-linkedin  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/blac2010\/recent-activity\/all\/\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M19.7,3H4.3C3.582,3,3,3.582,3,4.3v15.4C3,20.418,3.582,21,4.3,21h15.4c0.718,0,1.3-0.582,1.3-1.3V4.3 C21,3.582,20.418,3,19.7,3z M8.339,18.338H5.667v-8.59h2.672V18.338z M7.004,8.574c-0.857,0-1.549-0.694-1.549-1.548 c0-0.855,0.691-1.548,1.549-1.548c0.854,0,1.547,0.694,1.547,1.548C8.551,7.881,7.858,8.574,7.004,8.574z M18.339,18.338h-2.669 v-4.177c0-0.996-0.017-2.278-1.387-2.278c-1.389,0-1.601,1.086-1.601,2.206v4.249h-2.667v-8.59h2.559v1.174h0.037 c0.356-0.675,1.227-1.387,2.526-1.387c2.703,0,3.203,1.779,3.203,4.092V18.338z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">LinkedIn<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] From Strengths to Strengths [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Event Objective The Business Leaders Alumni Club (BLAC) Appreciation Event was designed to help business leaders navigate change in an increasingly fast-moving world shaped by technology and AI. The event focused on leadership reinvention, self-awareness, adaptability, and personal growth. 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