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Welcome to the OSU Leadership Center 


The OSU Leadership Center is led by a group of professionals dedicated to providing leadership-centered education and research to individuals, organizations and communities. We provide high-quality, practical programs to build and strengthen leadership capacities. 

Created in 1990, the center is located on the Columbus campus of The Ohio State University and is a part of the Departments of Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership and OSU Extension. Our mission is to provide research-based resources and high-quality practical programs to build and strengthen leadership capacities that make a positive difference in the lives of Ohio's citizens.


     This year, we are celebrating 32 years of hands-on workshops and strength-based training activities to both organizations and individuals.

     “Our workshops are accessible, affordable and applicable. Our participants leave with new ideas and tools that they can apply immediately,” said Beth Flynn. 

    Instructor Tom Stewart said, “I think these workshops are important because it helps people transform their lives. Nothing is more important than being able to really improve someone’s life and in many cases the Leadership Center does just that!”

     Communication and conflict management, strength-based training, leadership development, and team building are just some of the courses offered by the center. 

     Stewart added, “I think the future is unlimited for the Ohio State Leadership Center. I actually think we are just scratching the surface right now. There is great potential for this program to expand.”

To find additional information about the Ohio State Leadership Center, visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, and follow our social media accounts. 


2020-2021 Annual Report

Our Blog

Leadership is a journey, not a destination. I am grateful to participate in the Ag One Leadership Program as part of the pathway on my journey of ongoing development. Throughout the AgOne sessions to date, we have focused on the importance of having a clear vision and setting SMART goals. We have assessed our leadership strengths and weaknesses using the BUILD Assessment. Gaining insights into our Emotional Intelligence to enhance our Self-Awareness has been valuable.

Liza Musselman

In a world that is constantly moving, where productivity and results are often front and center, emotional intelligence (EI) can feel like a quiet, invisible force. However, EI is a pillar of personal and professional success, shaping how we interact with others, make decisions and navigate life's challenges. 

Olivia Rinesmith

The AgOne Program through Ohio State’s Leadership Center has inspired and encouraged every member of the cohort to grow. 

Quotes of the Day

A good leader is not the person who does things right, but the person who finds the right things to do.

- Anthony T. Dadovano -

Leadership is action not position.

- Dwight D. Eisenhower -

Action springs not from thought, but from a readiness for responsibility.

- Anonymous -

The function of leadership is to produce more leaders not more followers.

- Ralph Nader -

Whenever you do a thing, act as if all the world were watching.

- Thomas Jefferson -

         

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Testimonials

I attended Beth Flynn’s Strength-Finder workshop about two year ago but continue to use the skills Beth taught in the class.  It is my desire to take another one of her classes, as I found the information and...

Janice M. Whitmire, Admin. Asst., OSU

Beth is a welcoming facilitator who listens well so that she can help each participant gain new skills while strengthening those that are positive.  With advance notice, she can tailor her presentation to assist...

Vicki Schwartz

I have been through similar sessions...and Jeff (Dr. King) was head and shoulders above any instructor I have had in the past.  Kudos!

Workshop Participant

A good friend introduced me to Leadership Moments years ago as a young professional. Through my bouncing around and eventually climbing the corporate ladder of success, Leadership Moments provided insights and...

Robert E. Jones

You have NO idea how much I appreciate these Leadership moments.  Today's was particularly timely.

Leadership Moments Subscriber