EPIC Leadership

Discover Your Inner Leader Through Ancient Wisdom

Welcome to a transformative experience inspired by the timeless epic of the Mahabharata. EPIC Leadership is a unique leadership development program that enables participants to discover their unique styles through the lens of the hero archetypes from the Indian epic Mahabharata. 

Our program draws upon the legendary five Pandava princes, each embodying distinct leadership qualities that are as relevant today as they were millennia ago.

About Mahabharata

Mahabharata, consisting of 100,000 verses, is the largest epic poem composed in the world across ages. It is a critical examination of the state of human condition through an exhaustive exploration of the different archetypes reflecting all the possibilities of the human psyche.

Archetypes are universal energies that are in each of us. They are represented in symbolic forms through the characters that evoke, provoke, and inspire us. The form of energy that it brings out from us can help us discover more about our unique ways of engaging with life and people around us. 

Program Overview

In this innovative leadership development course, participants will:

1. Explore five powerful leadership archetypes
2. Identify their dominant leadership style
3. Develop strategies to balance and integrate all five archetypes
4. Apply ancient wisdom to modern leadership challenges

The Five Leadership Powers

1. Power of Order & Structure (Yudhishthira)

2. Power of Passion & Initiative (Bhima)

3. Power of Service & Compassion (Nakula)

4. Power of Knowledge & Curiosity (Sahadeva)

5. Power of Equanimity & Transformation (Arjuna)

Program Structure

Duration: 1 full day
Format: Interactive theatre, reflective art, leadership frameworks, contemplative conversations, perrsonalized leadership development plan.

Why Choose This Program?

– Unique blend of ancient wisdom and modern leadership theories
– Holistic approach to leadership development
– Applicable across various industries and leadership levels
– Facilitated by an expert in both leadership and Indian philosophy

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and leadership excellence. Uncover the leader within you, inspired by the timeless heroes of the Mahabharata.

About the Facilitator

Hariprasad Varma is an internationally certified leadership coach, facilitator, and yoga therapist. He is the founder of Zensei Leadership Pvt. Ltd. & Yogaśāla. His passion lies in created self-exploratory and healing journeys for individuals and groups through an integration of reflective arts, interactive theatre, and yogic practices.

Hari was born and grew up in the Southern tip of India in the State of Kerala, popularly known as the God’s Own Country for its beauty. Currently, he is based in the city of Hyderabad in India. He has worked with clients in over 25 countries over the past eight years in coaching, leadership development and yoga therapy spaces.

Registration and practicalities

The workshop will take place in central Gothenburg 2024-10-14
It will start at 09.30 and end at 16.30

Participation will cost 995 sek incl. vat
The fee will include two fikas and lunch, the food will be vegetarian as a standard.

If you have any questions or reflections please contact us
Local host Asgeir Persson
Workshop facilitator Hariprasad Varma