I am working with a company that is striving to make a culture shift in
conjunction with a total quality initiative. The CEO is aware that he is
stuck in an outdated mental model related to his view of the role of
management vs. workers and he is looking for an executive development
experience that would help him understand and appreciate the benefits of
employee involvement and empowerment. He seems to have a deep conviction
that blue collar workers want to work as little as possible for as much
pay as possible. He doesn't trust them or believe that they care about
the organization, so why would he give them any power. He dosn't talk
with the people and is not open to coaching but is eager to go to an 4-5
day executive development course. Any recommendations?