Think Bigger, See Clearer: Systems Thinking for Leaders

Schedule

Tue Sep 16 2025 at 11:45 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

coLAB | Santa Rosa, CA

Advertisement
This interactive workshop equips you with practical tools to solve tough problems more strategically with your team.
About this Event

When a new dashboard flops with customers, or a solution creates new problems, it’s usually not for lack of effort, it’s because we’re thinking too simply. Great leaders learn to think multi-dimensionally. They zoom out, recognize patterns, and spot hidden dynamics before making decisions that waste time, money, or morale.

This interactive one-hour workshop helps you do just that. You’ll learn a simple but powerful model to think more strategically and systemically - essential for leading in today’s fast-moving, interconnected world. We’ll apply it to real-world scenarios so you leave with practical insight and an upgraded mindset.

This session builds on our “Collaborative Problem-Solving” workshop and is part of our six-part leadership development series designed for startups and growing businesses.

What you'll get:

· A powerful new lens to spot root causes and avoid unintended consequences

· Tools to help you and your team navigate complexity with greater clarity

· Practice applying systems thinking to your real-world business challenge


Bring your team. Bring a problem. Leave with a more powerful way to lead.


About the speaker:

Russ Powell is a leadership development expert who works with growing startups and other relatively small businesses. These startups commonly face a challenge: while their new and emerging managers excel in technical skills, they often struggle with relational skills such as collaborative problem-solving. Referred to as a "secret weapon" by his clients, Russ provides them with a competitive advantage by helping their managers become more proficient in working with others and navigating human-centric challenges. Founders, executive teams, and investors who hire Russ recognize that these skills are crucial for the sustained health and prosperity of their organizations. For more information, visit russpowell.com and/or follow him on LinkedIn.

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

coLAB, 427 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 17.85

coLAB

Host or Publisher coLAB

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa Job Fair - Santa Rosa Career Fair
Tue, 16 Sep at 11:00 am Santa Rosa Job Fair - Santa Rosa Career Fair

Santa Rosa

JOB-FAIRS VIRTUAL-RUN
North Bay Job Fair - September 2025
Tue, 16 Sep at 02:00 pm North Bay Job Fair - September 2025

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

JOB-FAIRS
El Grito Fest
Tue, 16 Sep at 04:00 pm El Grito Fest

Santa Rosa Downtown

FESTIVALS LIVE-MUSIC
Wild Honey Pop-Up Sale
Wed, 17 Sep at 10:00 am Wild Honey Pop-Up Sale

909 Village Ct, Santa Rosa, CA 95405-6759, United States

Fred Armisen's Comedy For Musicians But Everyone Is Welcome
Thu, 18 Sep at 04:00 pm Fred Armisen's Comedy For Musicians But Everyone Is Welcome

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts - Ruth Finley Person Theater

MUSIC COMEDY
Drum Circle for Shamanic Journey
Thu, 18 Sep at 05:30 pm Drum Circle for Shamanic Journey

The Unstruck Drum - Center for Shamanism

Become a Laguna Guide: Share Nature, Inspire Community
Thu, 18 Sep at 06:00 pm Become a Laguna Guide: Share Nature, Inspire Community

Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation

WORKSHOPS TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Master Public Speaking in Just 12 Weeks!
Sat, 28 Oct at 04:00 pm Master Public Speaking in Just 12 Weeks!

Santa Rosa

WORKSHOPS PUBLIC-SPEAKING
Aligning Passion with Profession:  Your Soul's Journey - Santa Rosa
Thu, 29 Feb at 08:00 am Aligning Passion with Profession: Your Soul's Journey - Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa, CA

WORKSHOPS BUSINESS
Write Your Book This Year
Thu, 10 Oct at 09:00 am Write Your Book This Year

Virtual via Zoom

ART LITERARY-ART
Approachable Astrology | Activate More Luck, Love, &Opportunities|SantaRosa
Fri, 15 Nov at 12:00 pm Approachable Astrology | Activate More Luck, Love, &Opportunities|SantaRosa

(Virtual On Zoom)

WORKSHOPS ENTERTAINMENT
Got Big Dreams? Bring Them to Life with Real Estate! A Santa Rosa Webinar
Sat, 28 Dec at 07:00 am Got Big Dreams? Bring Them to Life with Real Estate! A Santa Rosa Webinar

Santa Rosa

WORKSHOPS VIRTUAL
Divorce Options Workshop
Sat, 04 Jan at 09:00 am Divorce Options Workshop

Collaborative Practice Center

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Return to Wholeness - A Breath, Music & Energy Workshop
Thu, 20 Mar at 09:00 am Return to Wholeness - A Breath, Music & Energy Workshop

Santa Rosa Virtual via Zoom

WORKSHOPS VIRTUAL
Pursuing Peace & Purpose for Empaths & Highly Sensitives - Santa Rosa
Mon, 07 Apr at 07:00 pm Pursuing Peace & Purpose for Empaths & Highly Sensitives - Santa Rosa

Virtual via Zoom

WORKSHOPS VIRTUAL
Live Music Happy Hour - Kevin Hutchinson & Friends!
Tue, 06 May at 04:00 pm Live Music Happy Hour - Kevin Hutchinson & Friends!

Barrel Proof Lounge

MUSIC LIVE-MUSIC
Wine Country Yoga at Hook & Ladder Winery
Sat, 10 May at 10:00 am Wine Country Yoga at Hook & Ladder Winery

Hook & Ladder Vineyards & Winery

HEALTH-WELLNESS YOGA
Welcome to Meditation Mondays!
Mon, 02 Jun at 07:00 pm Welcome to Meditation Mondays!

HEAL Wellness Center

HEALTH-WELLNESS MEDITATION
Workshop Wednesdays: Watt\u2019s the Charge? Unmask Your Energy Bill!
Wed, 13 Aug at 01:00 pm Workshop Wednesdays: Watt’s the Charge? Unmask Your Energy Bill!

Sonoma Clean Power Customer Center

WORKSHOPS
Brazilian Zouk | 6 Week Series
Wed, 20 Aug at 06:30 pm Brazilian Zouk | 6 Week Series

808 Donahue St

WORKSHOPS

What's Happening Next in Santa Rosa?

Discover Santa Rosa Events