Leonard Wood

Wednesday 1:15-2:45 Room WD105
Professional Maturity

What's the difference between spending 15 years in an organization and truly growing through 15 years of experience? Professional maturity.

This engaging and thought-provoking workshop explores the critical distinction between simply accumulating years on the job and continually developing as a professional. Participants will examine the habits, attitudes, and behaviors that contribute to professional growth and long-term success. Through discussion and reflection, the class will explore key topics such as emotional intelligence, personal accountability, professional communication, and the role each employee plays in creating a positive and productive workplace culture. Attendees will leave with practical insights and strategies to enhance their effectiveness, strengthen workplace relationships, and continue growing throughout their careers.

Leonard Wood is an Adjunct Instructor for FCPM and has extensive training experience.¬ During his career, Leonard has served as a Park Ranger, Wildland Firefighter, Disaster Recovery Team Lead, Investigator, Consumer Mediator, Quality Manager, Training Consultant, and Organizational and Strategic Development Manager.¬ In 2015, Leonard was named Florida Sterling Council Rookie Examiner of the Year for his work on a Sterling review team.

In addition to his government service, Leonard extends his knowledge as a private training consultant and has authored and published four volumes of poetry. He takes pride in his role as a community mentor, contributing to the development and growth of others. Leonard is a 2015 graduate of the CPM program and holds a Bachelor of Science in Developmental Psychology along with an M.B.A