Courageous Senior Staff:
The Art of Providing Guidance and Feedback to the Member

Is your Member less than perfect? Does he or she:

• Do things that pull the staff away from your identified goals?
• Make mistakes that invite negative publicity?
• Ask for detailed briefing materials that are not then utilized?
• Have a communication style that undermines morale?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, please join us for this important program, where you will receive expert guidance on how to have the tough and candid conversations with your boss that lead to a more effective workplace and incumbency. This program is based on the book, Courageous Followers: Standing Up To and For Our Leaders, by former CMF Executive Director Ira Chaleff.

"Courageous Followers is a godsend. Chaleff tackles business transformation with grace, and offers real-life solutions for even the most sticky situations."
— Book review from Independent Bookselling Today

This program is open to:

• House Chiefs of Staff
• House Deputy Chiefs of Staff
• House Legislative Directors
• House Committee/Subcommittee Staff Directors

To register, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

CMF is a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan nonprofit that does not employ or retain a registered lobbyist. Our programs comply with both House ethics rules and laws, allowing staff to attend.

About the Presenter

This program will be presented by Ira Chaleff, Chair Emeritus of CMF. It is based on his book, Courageous Followers: Standing Up To and For Our Leaders. Chaleff is the former Executive Director of CMF and has conducted dozens of counseling sessions with offices and Members. He is now a nationally-recognized executive coach, trainer, and management consultant.