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Dr. Sheila Boysen is a tenured Professor of Organizational Leadership at Lewis University's College of Business, where she teaches graduate courses including ORGL-50100 (Introduction to Leadership), ORGL-54500 (Coaching and Mentoring), and ORGL-54600 (Introduction to Professional and Executive Coaching). Her academic home is within the Organizational Leadership department where she has established herself as a leading scholar in leadership development and coaching methodologies.
Dr. Boysen's educational background includes a Ph.D. from Benedictine University, an M.B.A. from Northern Illinois University, and a B.S. from the University of Illinois. She has also earned significant professional certifications:
- Master Certified Coach (MCC) from the International Coach Federation
- Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) through the Association of Talent Development (ATD)
Her research focuses on the intersection of organizational leadership, executive coaching effectiveness, and digitally-enabled leadership development. Dr. Boysen specializes in creating coaching cultures within organizations, with particular expertise in nonprofit settings where she examines how respect, trust, and psychological safety form the foundation of successful work environments. Her work bridges academic theory with practical application, drawing from her extensive corporate experience as a senior HR leader in both public and private sectors before transitioning to full-time coaching and education in 2010.
An analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward integrating technology with leadership development, culminating in her 2024 book 'Teaching in the Age of AI: Making ChatGPT Your Teaching Assistant.' Her scholarly work consistently emphasizes evidence-based coaching practices while exploring how traditional leadership principles adapt to modern organizational challenges. The recurring themes across her publications include organizational culture transformation, coaching effectiveness metrics, and the alignment of HR practices with broader organizational goals.
Dr. Boysen has received significant recognition for her expertise:
- Master Certified Coach (MCC), the highest level of certification from the International Coach Federation
- Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
- Author of multiple editions of 'Introduction to Professional and Executive Coaching,' a widely used resource in coaching education
As an educator and coach, Dr. Boysen has worked with over 900 clients, helping leaders enhance self-awareness and develop authentic leadership styles. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes solution-focused approaches that guide individuals and teams to not just succeed but thrive in complex organizational environments. She has also made significant contributions to the field through her TEDx talk 'What do you want to be when you grow up: Let's change the question,' which challenges conventional career development paradigms.
Dr. Boysen maintains an active research agenda focused on leadership development in digital environments and continues to expand her work on coaching effectiveness metrics. Her current projects include exploring how AI tools can enhance leadership development programs while maintaining the essential human elements of coaching relationships.
