The Inner Game of Leadership – Clarity in the Chaos


Part 1 of 3-part virtual workshop series for nonprofit leaders ready to challenge the status quo, rise above the noise, and lead with the clarity, courage, and connection this moment requires. This interactive training series is designed for nonprofit leaders navigating the complexity of change in today’s rapidly shifting world. Grounded in the principles of vertical development and the Leadership Circle framework, this three-part experience offers a practical and transformative look at how to lead with greater awareness, adaptability, and impact. Each session combines guided reflection, small group interaction, and cutting-edge leadership tools to help participants shift from reactive patterns to creative leadership. You’ll walk away with powerful insights, real-time practices, and a renewed sense of clarity for how to lead in a way that aligns with your values, builds trust across teams, and drives results — even in uncertainty.

 

 

Session 1: The Inner Game of Leadership – Clarity in the Chaos

Focus: Understand how internal patterns shape your leadership effectiveness

  • Learn the Leadership Circle framework and how to spot reactive vs. creative behaviors
  • Explore tools for self-awareness and emotional regulation
  • Begin mapping your leadership growth path

 

Learning Objectives:

  • Gain a clear understanding of vertical leadership development and how it builds the capacity to lead through uncertainty, complexity, and change with greater perspective and adaptability.
  • Recognize and shift reactive leadership patterns by using the Leadership Circle framework to uncover internal habits and assumptions that impact trust, engagement, and leadership effectiveness.
  • Practice presence-based tools to stay grounded and connected when navigating tension, resistance, or ambiguity — expanding your ability to lead with clarity, authenticity, and relational strength.
  • Explore how vision, values, and purpose can serve as stabilizing forces that align diverse teams, guide culture, and build shared momentum during times of transition.
  • DEAI Note: This series supports equity and inclusion by helping leaders expand their inner capacity to hold multiple perspectives, stay present through discomfort, and build trust across differences. Through self-awareness, deeper listening, and purpose-aligned leadership, participants will strengthen their ability to foster cultures where people feel seen, heard, and empowered.


About the Trainer

Renelle Everett Darr is a strategic advisor working at the intersection of strategy, culture, and leadership. She partners with executives, founders, and organizations to navigate complexity, evolve systems, and lead meaningful transformation from the inside out. As founder of InSight, Renelle has built an integrated ecosystem of offerings including strategic advisory, leadership labs, executive evolution, and systemic design. Her work spans Fortune 500 companies, high-growth ventures, and purpose-driven organizations. She brings a foundation in large-scale consulting and organizational change from previous roles at EY, Deloitte, United Way, and The North Highland Company. She is the host of Conscious InSights, a podcast and video series exploring innovative leadership practices and emerging paths forward. Renelle has mentored founders through Techstars and Bridge Entrepreneur Network, served on numerous nonprofit boards, been published with Forbes, and spoken at events on transforming leadership and systems. She draws deep inspiration from nature, travel, and embodied wisdom. She lives in Golden, Colorado with her family and is most alive at the edge—where complexity meets clarity, and systems begin to shift.