Live Virtual Workshops

The Power of Polarity Management

Leading Through Complex Issues with Both/And Thinking

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November 26, 2025
(09:00 AM - 04:00 PM CT )
$399.00 (regular rate)
$359.00 (*early rate)
Location: Online Virtual
Trainer David Jung
*early rate expires 11/05/2025
6
Continuing Education
Credit Hours (CEC)

The Power of Polarity Management - Live Virtual - November 26, 2025; 9am-4pm Central Time

Early rate expires 11/04/2025

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In today’s complex and rapidly changing world, many of the toughest leadership challenges aren’t problems to be solved – they’re ongoing tensions that need to be managed with care. Whether it’s balancing innovation and efficiency, structure and flexibility, or global consistency and local responsiveness, the ability to lead through polarity is a crucial skill for sustainable success.

Polarity management refers to the practice of recognizing and managing these interdependent pairs of values or priorities, rather than trying to choose one over the other. Leaders who ignore these tensions risk swinging between extremes, creating confusion, burnout, and strategic drift.

This practical workshop introduces leaders to the art of polarity management using the Dual Dynamics Grid. You will learn how to navigate competing priorities with clarity and confidence, using real-world examples, collaborative exercises, personal reflection, and a powerful mindset shift from either/or thinking to both/and leadership. You will come away with the adaptability and alignment essential for leading through complexity.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, participants should be able to:

  • Identify and differentiate between solvable problems and polarities
  • Explain the principles and risks of mismanaging polarities
  • Apply the Dual Dynamics Grid to real-world leadership tensions
  • Use polarity management tools to navigate personal and organizational challenges
  • Practice using both/and thinking in daily decisions and long-term strategies

Method of Delivery

Presentation, case studies, experiential practice, personal reflection, and small group discussions.

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.

Note: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase.

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Some of the Topics Included

  • Why Polarity Management Matters
  • The Leadership Value of Tension
  • The Dual Dynamics Grid
  • Applying Polarity Thinking to Real Issues
  • Early Warning Signs Checklist
  • Embedding the Practice
  • Case Study | Managing the Polarity of Crisis Response

Target Audience

This workshop is for executive leaders, directors, people managers, team leads, human resources, organization development, and strategy professionals, as well as change agents and project leaders. Ideal for those who navigate complex and rapidly changing environments, it equips you with the skills to manage ongoing tensions rather than just solve problems.

Whether you’re balancing innovation and efficiency, structure and flexibility, or global consistency and local responsiveness, you will gain tools to lead through polarity with clarity and confidence. This immersive workshop will help you recognize and manage competing priorities, avoid extremes, and build the adaptability and alignment essential for sustainable success.

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Participants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Trainer: David Jung

David has provided leadership for various non-profit organizations for over 25 years. He has a degree in Philosophy, a diploma in Counselling, a Master of Arts in Christian Counselling, as well as certifications in Conflict Resolution and Mediation. In addition to training with ACHIEVE, he works as ACHIEVE’s Training and Development Specialist. In this role, David provides support to other trainers and ensures that training material reflects the current research in the field and is consistent with ACHIEVE’s core beliefs. He also works in the field of mediation where he volunteers as a Mediator for the court diversion program in Manitoba. In whatever role David finds himself, his passion for motivating people to continue their personal journey of learning and growth shines through. David believes that no matter what our role is in the workplace, we can all continue to grow in our skills to improve our own life and to help improve the lives of others. As a trainer, he is known for his dynamic workshop facilitation that combines humour and real-world application.

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