LEADING FROM BEHIND:

Lessons from the Dragon Boat 

Cultivating E.P.I.C. Team Cohesion


Shifting Perspectives and Cultivating Positivity
in Team Cohesion

Are You Ready to Shift Team Dynamics?

In Leading from Behind: Lessons from the Dragon Boat, we explore how to shift perspectives and cultivate positivity within your team, emphasizing that every “paddler” is vital for the team’s success. This insightful keynote helps organizations understand the key functions within their team, leading to elevated performance and greater harmony.

What Dragon Boating Can Teach Us About Leadership & Team Cohesion

Strategic Team Positioning

Imagine using brawn when you need brains, or putting a "people" person alone in the back stockroom instead of the front desk.
You can't out-hustle your weak spots. Instead, lean into your team's natural strengths through strategic positioning.

Power Plays on Command

When your people are in their right positions, you can turn the power on when you need it most with less effort, while maximizing output and better results. 

Getting the right kind of power from the right positions balances the energy reserves.

Maximum Team Effort through Cohesion

Power is good. Cohesion is better. A tighter, more aligned team wins out over bumbling brawn any day. 

When a team doesn't paddle together, the boat will still go fast, but only in circles. Paddling in unison gets you across the finish line. 

What To Expect

During this engaging keynote, participants will:

  • Recognize Individual Roles: Discover how each team member contributes to the collective strength, understanding that every role is critical.
  • Focus on Key Functions: Highlight the importance of strategic positioning, where leveraging natural strengths leads to maximum effect and results.
  • Achieve E.P.I.C. Team Cohesion: Understand the true meaning of teamwork and how each individual’s contributions can lead to collective success - because Every. Paddler. Is. Critical.

Key Benefits

  • Enhanced Team Harmony: Gain insights into strategic positioning that lead to more effective collaboration and less friction within the team.
  • Shifted Perspectives: Learn to appreciate the unique role each team member plays in accomplishing shared goals, fostering a positive environment.
  • Greater Energy and Engagement: Feel inspired by the collective vision, fostering a new energy within the team through appreciation and understanding.

Ideal Audience

Leading from Behind is perfect for teams in corporate environments, nonprofits, and any organization looking to elevate teamwork and engagement. If your group is ready to explore what it means to collaborate effectively, this keynote is for you!

Meet Jennifer Maxwell

With 20 years of experience as a DISC Certified coach and an award-winning speaker, I have guided teams through transformative experiences that elevate productivity, positivity, and team morale.


With personal stories as a multi-medal winning Dragon Boat paddler since 2017, participants will enjoy practical strategies with an engaging style and insightful content to inspire real change.

- Katie Schinkel

It was a fabulous session and can't wait to learn more about how my 'extreme I personality' (ha!) can work with others at Bayshore and 'in life'. Thanks so much Jennifer for bringing the passion, energy and fun to the team on Tuesday! We loved it.  

- Keena Naik

Thank you Jennifer for sharing your knowledge, insights and experience with the Bayshore team. It was an excellent session. 

Discover how Lessons From a Dragon Boat can make a difference with your team.

Join Jennifer as she takes you through her journey with a motley crew of parents and teachers with no paddling experience in 2017, to Gold Medal winners in just four seasons (picking up a Bronze and Silver along the way).

One of the only true "team" sports, Dragon Boating highlights how to create synergy and cohesion for any team.

Ready To Transform Your Team?

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your team dynamics! Leading from Behind is more than a keynote; it’s an experience that fosters understanding, shifts perspectives, and cultivates positivity. 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long is this session? 3 Options to serve you best! A 30 minute Keynote; a 1/2 Day Workshop Session, or a Full Day Immersive Team Building Experience where participants get into boats and out onto the water!  
  • Can this keynote be customized for my team’s specific challenges? Yes! The content can be tailored to address your team’s unique dynamics and goals.
  • How do I book a session? Booking is simple! Get started by clicking the BOOK NOW button below, and filling out the form on the contact page, and we'll coordinate the best session for your team's goals and desired outcomes.

Book Your Transformative Session Today!

Shift perspectives, cultivate positivity, and unlock your team’s potential by inviting Jennifer Maxwell to share Leading from Behind: Lessons from the Dragon Boat to your next event.

Click the button below and fill out the form below to secure your session and watch your team thrive!

Send an email through the form via this link, or a direct message to  sales <at> jennifermaxwell.ca

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