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President George W. Bush Teaches Authentic Leadership

Step inside the Oval Office with the newest instructor in our White House series, President George W. Bush. With insight from former First Lady Laura Bush, the former commander in chief opens up about the tough calls and life lessons that shaped his career. Develop and own a leadership style that’s true to you and learn to lead by connecting personally with everyone in the room.

Where to Watch President George W. Bush Teaches Authentic Leadership

12 Episodes

  • Meet Your Instructor
    E1
    Meet Your InstructorPresident George W. Bush opens up about his leadership philosophy and introduces his class. Meet Mrs. Laura Bush and visit their family home in Maine to get a feel for life after the presidency.
  • The Art of Personal Diplomacy
    E2
    The Art of Personal DiplomacyListening to and learning about people takes effort, but empathy is essential to becoming a leader people want to follow. Learn how President Bush develops and maintains relationships by encouraging others to open up.
  • Look Over the Horizon
    E3
    Look Over the HorizonPresident Bush defines what a leader’s job is—and what it is not. In this lesson, he outlines his view that a leader sets the vision and leaves implementation to trusted team members.
  • Building a Strong Team
    E4
    Building a Strong TeamBuilding a productive team that encourages disparate viewpoints is essential to successful leadership. That requires knowing your own weaknesses and strengths, listening to those around you, and recognizing when it’s time to make a change.
  • Making Tough Decisions
    E5
    Making Tough DecisionsTough decisions are inevitable, but that doesn’t mean you can’t prepare for them. President Bush outlines the values and principles he uses to make decisions—large or small.
  • Accountability Leads to Results
    E6
    Accountability Leads to ResultsWhen developing a plan, leaders need to create outcomes that are measurable, and the right people need accountability. Learn how President Bush develops clear goals and achieves results.
  • Crisis Management
    E7
    Crisis ManagementPresident Bush faced the unimaginable during his time in office. Learn how he dealt with crises that defined his presidency.
  • Own Your Communication Style
    E8
    Own Your Communication StylePresident Bush covers the importance of communication. He addresses his “Bushisms,” discusses the power of a heartfelt message, and shares how he structures speeches.
  • A Pathway to Politics
    E9
    A Pathway to PoliticsGain a big-picture view of President Bush’s career. Discover the lessons he learned on his journey to becoming commander in chief.
  • Entering Public Service
    E10
    Entering Public ServiceLearn what it takes to become an elected official, from fundraising and campaigning to working at the White House. Explore the extreme highs and lows of working in public office.
  • Prioritize What's Important
    E11
    Prioritize What's ImportantDriving home his philosophy, President Bush shares how having a key set of values can help you set clear expectations and stay balanced.
  • "Happy are the Painters"
    E12
    "Happy are the Painters"Join President Bush in his personal art studio in Maine. The former president concludes his class by sharing why he decided to start painting and how he views learning as a lifelong pursuit.

 

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