The Grassroots Leadership Development Forum (the 'Forum') differs from other leadership programs in focus, values, and methodology. The Forum focuses on busy, grassroots leaders who are committed to serving in their local communities. We value the contributions of all leaders and seek to equip grassroots leaders so they can more effectively serve their clients and communities. We value lifelong learning and translate the best in academic theories to real-life issues and challenges grassroots leaders face on a weekly basis.

There is a simple answer to that question. We seek to develop and serve grassroots leaders. We are committed to working with leaders of faith-based and community organizations that are connected to their communities. It's a forum, because there is mutual exchange of information. This is a true information exchange with respect for all participants.

Grassroots is usually defined as working at the local, community level rather than at the center of major political activity.  We believe real change happens in the neighborhoods and communities – not just in the political centers of power.  Grassroots also involves common people versus the elite of society.

You are a candidate if you are a leader of a grassroots organization or aspire to serve in a leadership capacity in an organization that serves at the local or community level.

There are seven (7) monthly conference call sessions that are ~90 minutes long.  The sessions will be held on the third Tuesday of every month beginning Tuesday, February  20, 2007.  The calls begin at 12 noon EST.

The tuition includes notebook, materials, three leadership assessments, four books, seven monthly conference calls, one year access to the X Factor Resource Center, participation in online forums with Forum faculty and members, and a monthly e-newsletter.  The four texts are  Now Discover Your Strengths, The Serving Leader, The Integrity Factor  and Servant First.

X Factor Consulting provides multiple payment options for Forum members in an effort to accommodate everyone.  Forum members can pay a registration fee of $150 and then six monthly payments of $99 per month.  Members choosing to pay all fees at the time of registration receive a discounted rate of $599 for the Forum.  We accept VISA, MasterCard, or American Express.  Invoices can be created for those who want to pay by check.  Initial payment must be paid before materials are shipped and pass codes provided for the first conference call.  For Forum members on the monthly plan, credit cards will be charged by the 5th day of each month.

The tuition can be paid in two installments with no additional charges.  The first installment is due before the first session and the balance is due 45 days later.

Yes, there is a 10% discount for groups of 3 or more registering from the same organization and paying at the same time.   Groups that register five (5) invidividuals will receive a full scholarship for the sixth Forum member.

We believe that people benefit more from programs when make some kind of investment in the program.  However, we do not want finances to bar people from participating in the Forum.  Our ability to provide  scholarships is extremely limited in 2007.  However, we are offering a free full scholarship to any individual or organization who recruits five (5) other paying members to the Forum.  If you want to learn more about this opportunity, please contact us at impact@xfactorllc.com or 1-800-883-7196.  If other funding sources develop, we will provide additional limited, partial scholarships are available for those who have financial hardships. 

Yes.  Individuals who refer five people from their network (that enroll as members) will receive one full scholarship.

The Forum is designed with busy people in mind.  The reading assignments should require between 1 and 2 hours each week.  There is a 90 minute conference call each month.  Additionally, there are on-line forums available for members to discuss any topics with faculty or other members.

For those who want to go deeper, we are providing an optional study guides and supplemental reading lists. You can read these on your own and discuss them with your colleagues in online forums.

The Forum is open to people of all faiths.  The theme for the 2007 Forum is Servant Leadership.  While this term was originally coined by Robert Greenleaf, Servant Leadership is deeply entrenched in our Judeo-Christian heritage.  Therefore, many of the texts and faculty for the 2007 Forum belong to the Judeo-Christian tradition.  Our purpose in using them is to teach leadership principles, not proselytize.