Falling and Getting Back Up: The Leader's Recovery Playbook

A 2-hour, research-based course for leaders rebuilding after a setback — with a 30-day recovery plan and tools you can use in your very next conversation.
Format

Online
Course

Starting date

Anytime

Learners

95+

Level

All levels

Duration

2 hours

Price

$197

Why should I take this course?

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For your career

For your reputation

Learning paths

A setback only stalls a career when it goes unaddressed. This course gives you a deliberate recovery process — so a failed launch, a hard quarter, or a conversation that went badly becomes something you moved through rather than something that defines you.
Leaders are not remembered for never failing. They are remembered for how they responded. You will learn to rebuild trust visibly and specifically — so the people around you can see the change rather than take your word for it.
Two hours, self-paced, with a fillable workbook and a 30-day plan you build as you go. Six modules follow one deliberate arc — from facing the fall to designing the resilience that makes the next one cost less.

Meet the instructor

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Christopher Appleton

Global Leadership Development Expert
Christopher Appleton is a globally recognized leadership expert, executive coach, keynote speaker, and organizational development strategist with more than 17 years of experience leading transformational Learning & Development initiatives for some of the world's most respected organizations. Throughout his career, he served as a Learning & Development leader at Amazon, Southwest Airlines, and Boeing, where he helped develop leaders, strengthen organizational capability, and drive culture at scale.
Known for translating complex leadership challenges into practical, high-impact solutions, Christopher has designed enterprise leadership strategies, built high-performing teams, and developed leadership pipelines that have empowered thousands of leaders across global organizations. His work equips executives and emerging leaders alike with the mindset, skills, and strategies needed to lead with confidence, influence, and lasting impact in today's rapidly evolving business landscape.
As a sought-after executive coach and international leadership speaker, Christopher delivers powerful keynotes, leadership development experiences, and consulting engagements that inspire organizations to elevate performance, cultivate resilient leaders, and create cultures where people thrive. His engaging style combines deep corporate experience with actionable insights that resonate across industries and cultures.
Beyond the corporate world, Christopher is passionate about developing the next generation of leaders. As the author of Dope Leadership, he equips young people—especially teenagers—with the confidence, character, and leadership principles needed to overcome limitations, maximize their potential, and lead meaningful lives.
Whether advising executives in the boardroom, speaking on global stages, or mentoring future leaders in the classroom, Christopher Appleton is committed to helping people and organizations build leaders who create lasting transformation, meaningful influence, and enduring legacy.
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