How to Ditch the Drama and Restore Sanity in the Workplace


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Cy Wakeman, founder of Reality-Based Leadership, partners with Women Leading Travel & Hospitality to offer a 10-week virtual workshop series.

In today’s challenging business environment, it’s clear that traditional leadership approaches are no longer enough. The demands of the modern workplace call for a new type of leader — one who can restore peace, sanity, and drive meaningful results. Cy WakemanNew York Times best-selling author, drama researcher and founder of Reality-Based Leadership, will partner with Women Leading Travel & Hospitality and our sister brand, Women in Retail Leadership Circle, to offer a 10-week virtual workshop series, Reality-Based Leadership — Ditching the Drama and Turning Excuses Into Results.

The Reality-Based Leadership workshop will provide a unique, high-impact learning experience designed to empower leaders with tools to transform their organizations. This 10-week curriculum serves as a catalyst for leaders to consistently achieve their vision, live by their core values, and foster a culture of accountability — even during times of high-volume growth and disruption.

To get a preview of the workshop content, watch Wakeman's keynote session from the 2024 Women in Retail On the Road: New York City event, which is available exclusively to Women Leading Travel & Hospitality members. During this presentation, Wakeman delivers a powerful and engaging presentation that introduces the key principles of reality-based leadership. She advised the audience how to eliminate workplace drama and lead with clarity, creating an environment where their teams can thrive.