Nominate Your Top Students
for the Prestigious
WorldBlu Freedom-Centered
Leadership Program

The WorldBlu Freedom-Centered Leader program for college students is a unique opportunity designed for students to help them develop essential leadership skills grounded in principles of freedom and organizational democracy, such as accountability, transparency, dialogue and listening, and integrity.

Through our award-winning courses and interactive group coaching sessions, students will gain insights that will set them apart in the job market. Plus, they'll earn a certification that showcases their commitment to the #1 style of leadership needed to succeed today. 

As college students prepare for their future careers, understanding Freedom-Centered Leadership will give them a significant advantage. This #1 leadership style will transform the way they lead teams and organizations, setting them up for breakthrough success in their professional lives.

The Power of Freedom-Centered Leadership 

Many students believe that the only way to lead a team is through top-down control. However, this outdated approach is no longer effective in today's dynamic business environment.

At WorldBlu, students will discover that Freedom-Centered Leadership™, which embraces democratic principles and equips students with the skills AI can't replicate, is far more powerful and effective—and it’s a skill that will set them apart as they enter the workforce.

Freedom-Centered Leadership is about leading with freedom and accountability rather than fear and control. Students will learn to empower their teams, foster creativity, and create a culture of trust and collaboration.

As they prepare for their careers, understanding this approach will help students become more effective leaders, regardless of their chosen field.

What is Freedom-Centered Leadership?

Freedom-Centered Leadership, synonymous with democratic leadership, is characterized by collaboration, shared decision-making, and the decentralized distribution of power.

As future leaders who embrace this style, students will:

• Encourage open communication and idea-sharing

• Value diverse perspectives of thought

• Empower team members to make decisions

• Create a respectful environment for voicing concerns and suggestions

• Foster a sense of ownership and accountability

Students will learn from examples of organizations such as DaVita, Mindvalley, WD-40, Zappos, and hundreds more that have adopted a democratic leadership style.

By developing these skills now, students will be well-prepared to make a significant impact in their future workplace.

The Benefits of Freedom-Centered Leadership in Students’ Careers 

• Increased employee engagement: When students lead in a way that makes people feel valued and heard, they’ll create teams that are more emotionally and meaningfully invested in their work.

• Enhanced creativity and innovation: Students will be able to leverage different perspectives for better problem-solving and new ideas.

• Improved retention: As Freedom-Centered Leaders, students will create environments where their teammates are more likely to stay with the team.

• Greater adaptability: Students will help their future organizations respond more quickly to changes through distributed decision-making.

• Stronger financial performance: WorldBlu-certified organizations have shown 700% higher revenue growth compared to the S&P 500 over a three-year period. Students’ leadership skills can contribute to this kind of success.

Challenges and How Students Will Overcome Them

While a democratic leadership style offers numerous benefits, students will also learn how to navigate its challenges:

1. Decision-making can take longer (but only in the short-term): Students will learn how to encourage efficient processes and set clear timelines for decisions.

2. Not all ideas can be implemented: Students will develop skills in creating transparent systems for evaluating and prioritizing ideas.

3. Some employees may struggle with increased responsibility: As leaders, students will learn how to provide training and support to help team members adapt.

Implementing Freedom-Centered Leadership in Students’ Future Careers

To embrace Freedom-Centered (democratic) Leadership in their future teams or organizations, students will:

• Align their values: Students will ensure their personal purpose, vision, and values reflect principles of freedom and democracy.

• Develop leadership skills: Students will take advantage of leadership development programs and courses during college—like this one.

• Create systems for participation: Students will learn how to implement regular town halls, feedback mechanisms, and collaborative decision-making processes.

• Lead by example: Students will practice being open to feedback and willing to share power in their current academic and extracurricular activities.

At WorldBlu, we’ve seen organizations like Mindvalley and the WD-40 Company thrive by adopting these democratic leadership principles. 

By developing these top leadership skills now, students will be prepared to create team cultures where employees are excited to contribute and feel a deep sense of purpose in their work.

A Broad Range of Leadership Styles

While Freedom-Centered Leadership has proven to be highly effective, students will also gain an understanding of the range of leadership styles that exist:

• Authoritarian Leadership: Students will see why this approach often stifles creativity and innovation in modern workplaces.

• Delegative or Laissez-Faire Leadership: Students will learn when a hands-off approach can work, and when it may fall short in providing necessary guidance.

• Servant Leadership: Students will see how this style aligns closely with Freedom-Centered Leadership but also requires strong moral development.

• Transactional Leadership: Students will understand how this style provides structure but may limit intrinsic motivation and creativity.

• Transformational Leadership: Students will explore its similarities to democratic leadership, while learning to support individual learning curves.

• Bureaucratic Leadership: Students will see how rules-based systems can limit innovation, and how democratic principles can lead to more dynamic organizations.

The Future of Leadership is a Freedom-Centered, Democratic Style

The world of work is evolving rapidly, and Freedom-Centered (democratic) Leadership is at the forefront of this change, preparing students to lead in an AI-driven world. By embracing this approach during college, students will prepare themselves to create workplaces that are not only more productive and profitable but also more fulfilling for everyone involved.

As WorldBlu continues its vision to see one billion people leading with Freedom-Centered Leadership worldwide, students are invited to join this transformative journey. The skills they develop now will invite the best in themselves and their future colleagues, setting them up for a successful and impactful career—and life.

Earning the Freedom-Centered Leader certification is a game-changer for your students’ careers, relationships, and lives.

Here’s what students will get:

1. Career Acceleration: The Freedom-Centered Leader certification will set your students apart in the job market, often leading to faster promotions and higher-level positions.

2. Exclusive Job Opportunities: Many WorldBlu certified Freedom-Centered Companies actively seek out leaders with this certification, giving your students access to exciting roles that aren't available to others.

3. Higher Earning Potential: With enhanced leadership skills and unique qualifications, your students will be positioned to negotiate better salaries and benefits packages.

4. Global Alumni Network: Your students will join an elite group of leaders worldwide, opening doors to mentorship, collaboration, and even potential business partnerships.

5. Competitive Edge: In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, your students’ certification will demonstrate they’re equipped with cutting-edge leadership skills that many employers are actively seeking.

6. Fast-Track to Executive Roles: Many Freedom-Centered Leaders find themselves on an accelerated path to executive positions, as companies value their ability to create engaged, high-performing teams. Your students will be prepared to do just that.

7. Build a Side Business: Once accepted and enrolled in the program, your students will have the exciting opportunity to help others enroll in the program and earn a 10% commission for their efforts, providing a potential income stream as they build their network and influence.

8. Speaking Engagements: As certified leaders, your students may be invited to speak at conferences or events, further boosting their professional profile.

9. Personal Growth: The skills your students develop won’t just serve them at work—they’ll also enhance their personal relationships and overall life satisfaction.

10. Be Part of a Movement: Your students will be at the forefront of a global shift toward more human-centric, democratic workplaces, making a real difference in how businesses operate.

By becoming certified Freedom-Centered Leaders, your students won’t just be adding a credential to their resumes—they’ll be positioning themselves as forward-thinking, highly skilled leaders ready to thrive in the future of work. It’s an investment in themselves that pays dividends throughout their entire careers.

To be eligible for our prestigious transformational leadership program, students need to meet these requirements:

- A minimum GPA of 3.2 

- Be between 18-25 years old

- Be enrolled as a full or part-time college student or have graduated within the last 6 months

- Have a nomination or endorsement letter from any professor (You can download the endorsement letter here.) 

If they meet these qualifications, please have them complete our application here to apply for the program!

Yes, anyone can nominate a student for the program. However, to complete their application, they will need an endorsement from their professor.

This endorsement ensures that they have the support of someone who recognizes their potential as a leader.

Yes, absolutely! Here’s a template letter you can use to assist you in crafting your endorsement letter for students for the Freedom-Centered Leader program for college students.

Once you complete the letter, give it to the student, and they can easily upload it with their application. 

Absolutely! Students can apply even if they don’t have a nomination from a professor.

However, they will need to secure a professor's endorsement to complete their application.

This endorsement is important as it reflects the student’s potential and readiness for the program.

The total value of the WorldBlu Freedom-Centered Leader program is $10,000 — but it has been made incredibly accessible for college students.

The investment for students is just $998, which includes comprehensive leadership training, certification, and an unparalleled opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Here’s the breakdown of fees:

• A $98 application and administration fee is required upon applying.

• The remaining balance of $900 can be paid either as a one-time payment or through six monthly payments of $175 (totaling $1,050).

• Scholarships may also be available through students’ colleges, universities, or external grant programs. In addition, partial and full scholarships are available directly through WorldBlu for qualifying students.

• Program fees include one ticket to the annual Lead with Freedom Summit, where students network with top leaders, earn their final certification, and are recognized at the prestigious Night of Honor event. (Travel and hotel expenses for the summit are not included.)

Depending on the leadership badges selected, there may be nominal fees for books, which students purchase on their own.

Students also have the opportunity to earn back their entire investment!

Once enrolled, participants can help others join the program and receive a 10% commission for each new student enrolled — potentially offsetting the full cost of their program while sharing a transformative leadership opportunity with their peers.

The WorldBlu Freedom-Centered Leader program isn’t just another course — it’s a life-changing leadership experience designed to be accessible, empowering students to grow, lead, and create positive change in workplaces and the world.

WorldBlu's leadership experts have crafted an extraordinary curriculum that blends timely and timeless leadership wisdom based on the 3 attributes of Freedom-Centered Leadership and the 10 principles of organizational democracy. 

The WorldBlu 10 Principles of Organizational Democracy™ are: Purpose and Vision, Transparency, Dialogue and Listening, Fairness and Dignity, Accountability, Individual and Collective, Choice, Integrity, Decentralization, and Reflection and Evaluation.

The three attributes of a Freedom-Centered Leader are Power, Love, and Ubuntu. 

Then, working with this framework, we've curated the absolute best leadership thinking from around the globe, creating a unique learning experience you can't find anywhere else.

Our curriculum offers:

- Exclusive WorldBlu modules and training

- Curated content from top leadership thinkers worldwide

- An impressive 9.9/10 average training rating

- A lifetime of leadership skill development

How It Works:

Each leadership module is organized into a five-step process. To earn a Freedom-Centered Leadership badge, students will:

1. Complete all five steps of the module
2. Have their work anonymously reviewed by three other leaders
3. Score an average of 8/10 or higher on the badge, and if they don't they will have the opportunity to rework their badge

Badge Variety:

We offer 100+ leadership badge modules organized by the 10 principles and 3 attributes, helping them develop democratic leadership skills like:

- Developing self-worth

- Finding your life's purpose

- Setting healthy boundaries

- Giving and receiving feedback

- Holding yourself and others accountable

- Managing time and energy

- Leading with empathy and authenticity

While we require one badge called "Freedom at Work," students will choose nine additional badges tailored to their personal leadership growth journey.

Our goal? Equipping them with transformative leadership skills that will serve them for a lifetime!

The Freedom-Centered Leader program offers a dynamic blended learning experience.

First, students dive into self-paced, on-demand leadership coursework online customized to their leadership goals. They have access to 100+ leadership modules, or "badges" as they are called. Students must earn a minimum of 10 badges to earn certification, along with attending a Lead with Freedom Summit.

Along the way, students gain exclusive access to optional live weekly group coaching sessions led by Traci Fenton, the award-winning leadership expert and founder of WorldBlu, or other WorldBlu Master Coaches.

Additionally, students enjoy monthly live optional mastermind calls to connect with and learn from fellow program participants.

The leadership journey concludes at the Lead with Freedom Summit, held in various locations worldwide with top leaders, CEOs, authors, professors, and thinkers. Students also have the opportunity to meet other top participants from around the world, expanding their network and forging new and lasting friendships.

In the WorldBlu Freedom-Centered Leader program, a leadership badge represents a specific achievement or leadership skill students earn as they advance through the curriculum. Each badge signifies demonstrated mastery in a key area of Freedom-Centered Leadership.

To earn certification as a Freedom-Centered Leader, students must complete 10 leadership badges, or modules, by successfully demonstrating their understanding. One badge — the Freedom at Work badge — is required, while the remaining badges are selected based on each student's personal leadership development goals.

Earning badges highlights students’ commitment to personal growth and leadership excellence while strengthening their professional credentials in a competitive job market.

College life is busy — and the Freedom-Centered Leader program is built to fit right in. The courses are flexible, inspiring, and self-paced, typically requiring just 30 minutes to a few hours each week, depending on the badges, or leadership courses, students choose and how they structure their time.

The six-month program lets students set their own pace: some work on their leadership development steadily each week, while others move through the badges more quickly during lighter academic periods. It’s completely up to them.

This flexibility means students can easily integrate the program into their class schedules and campus commitments — enhancing, not competing with, their college experience.

Even better, many students find they can immediately apply what they’re learning to leadership roles on campus, helping them stand out, succeed, and make a real impact in their organizations and activities.

While most coursework is online and on-demand for students’ convenience, the program also offers weekly live group coaching sessions and monthly mastermind calls — highly popular features that provide additional support for leadership development.

To earn certification, students must also attend an inspiring Lead with Freedom Summit.

These live experiences offer valuable opportunities to network and build lasting connections with fellow participants, experienced WorldBlu Master Coaches, and other accomplished leaders — relationships that can positively impact students’ careers and lives for years to come.

To earn certification, students must complete a minimum of 10 leadership "badges," or modules, of their choosing within the six-month timeframe, as well as attend an in-person Lead with Freedom Summit.

Each badge represents a leadership skill students have mastered, making the certification more than just a credential — it is a powerful testament to their leadership development, helping them stand out to future employers and advance more quickly in their careers.

How is this program different from other leadership programs?

The WorldBlu Freedom-Centered Leader program stands out as a world-class leadership training experience that goes far beyond traditional leadership courses. Here's what makes the program unique:

Cutting-Edge Leadership Philosophy
Students learn the #1 most effective leadership style — a freedom-centered, democratic approach that brings out the best in those they lead. This leadership style is embraced by thousands of top CEOs worldwide and is increasingly valued in modern workplaces.

Comprehensive and Customized Learning

• Access to 100+ award-winning leadership courses curated from the best leadership thinking globally

• A personalized learning journey with 10 courses tailored to each student's specific leadership development goals

• Practical, real-world leadership skills that go far beyond theory

Expert Guidance and Support

• Weekly live group coaching sessions with WorldBlu Master Coaches

• Monthly mastermind sessions with top global student leaders

• An opportunity to attend the prestigious Lead with Freedom Summit

Prestigious Global Certification
Students earn the WorldBlu Certified Freedom-Centered Leader designation — a globally recognized certification that helps set them apart in the job market.

Unparalleled Networking Opportunities

• Connect with influential business leaders and like-minded peers at the Lead with Freedom Summit

• Join a lifelong global network of top leaders who share similar values

Career Advancement

• Direct connections to WorldBlu-certified Freedom-Centered Companies and other top organizations actively seeking leadership talent

• Increased competitiveness and standout credentials for the job market

Financial Benefits

• Unlimited earning potential through the WorldBlu referral program

• Opportunities for scholarships

Proven Track Record
With an outstanding average rating of 9.9/10 stars, the program is trusted by leaders at top organizations around the world. 

This comprehensive program offers a unique blend of cutting-edge leadership philosophy, customized learning, expert coaching, prestigious certification, global networking, career advancement opportunities, and financial benefits — all designed to help students accelerate their success and position themselves among the top leaders worldwide. 

Once students are accepted and enrolled in the program, they have the exciting opportunity to help others enroll and earn a commission for their efforts!

For every new participant they enroll, students will receive a 5% commission ($45) on their program fees (minus the administrative fee).

This opportunity allows students to share the transformative WorldBlu experience with their peers, while also creating a potential income stream as they build their network and influence.

It’s a fantastic way to leverage leadership skills while making a positive impact on others’ journeys.

Students can expect to hear from the WorldBlu team via email within 3-5 business days after submitting their application, regarding whether they have been accepted into the program.

The deadline to register for the Freedom-Centered Leader program is the 20th of each month with the program beginning on the FIRST day of each month. 

Students get to choose the month when they want to start their leadership journey with us!

Once a student’s application is accepted by WorldBlu, they will receive a welcome letter outlining the steps to get started on the program's start date.

Students will gain access to award-winning leadership courses, the global WorldBlu network, and tools designed to help them become a prestigious WorldBlu Certified Freedom-Centered Leader.

The program spans six months, providing ample time for students to engage deeply with the material while balancing their other academic commitments.

Each month is filled with opportunities for transformational growth and development that will benefit students long after the program concludes.

Upon completion, students can choose to pay an optional annual fee of $98 to maintain their membership with WorldBlu, gaining continued access to additional leadership courses, coaching, masterminds, live events, job opportunities, and a global network of leaders.

What if life gets in the way? No worries! The program is designed with flexibility in mind.

While there are 100+ leadership modules, or "badges," students only need to earn 10 to achieve certification. With six months to complete the program, there’s plenty of time to plan accordingly.

If students are unable to complete all badges within the six months, they can pay an annual fee of $98 to continue accessing the program and finish their certification.

Upon completing the six-month Freedom-Centered Leader program, students will join an exclusive global alumni community.

They can continue their leadership journey by renewing their membership at a special alumni rate of $98 per year. This gives them continued access to leadership courses, coaching, masterminds, discounted tickets to the Lead with Freedom Summit, the global network of leaders, and much more!

WorldBlu, founded in 1997 by Traci Fenton when she was a senior in college, is a global leadership and culture training company for CEOs, entrepreneurs, top leaders, and students, teaching how to build, scale, and lead their organizations using the proven Freedom at Work™ leadership approach. WorldBlu has clients in over 100 countries globally representing over $30 billion in annual revenue. 

WorldBlu has worked with top companies such as Zappos, WD-40, DaVita, HCL Technologies, Mindvalley, Pandora, Hulu, GE Aviation, and hundreds more around the world. 

WorldBlu has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Inc. Magazine, BusinessWeek, US News & World Report, Fortune, Forbes, and hundreds of other media outlets around the world as well as in over three dozen books.

WorldBlu’s founder, Traci Fenton, developed the Freedom at Work® method, which is used by organizations worldwide. She is the author of the book, "Freedom at Work: The Leadership Strategy for Transforming Your Life, Your Organization, and Our World."

Traci has won the "Oscars" award in management as a "Thinkers50 Radar" winner. She has been recognized in Inc. Magazine as a “Top 50 Leadership Thinker,” received the “Game Changer” award for “Outstanding Results in Shaping the World,” was named a “Woman in Conscious Business” winner, and has been recognized as a Marshall Goldsmith “Top 100 Coach” in the world.

Traci has addressed audiences around the world, sharing her message of leading with freedom over fear with individuals from over 100 countries at wide-ranging organizations such as Yahoo!, Fox Interactive Media, the CIA, South by Southwest, Harvard University, Yale University, TEDx, and the US Naval Academy. as well
Independent research shows that companies practicing the Freedom at Work democratic leadership style taught in the WorldBlu Freedom-Centered Leader program approach 700% greater revenue growth compared to the S&P 500 over three years.

WorldBlu’s purpose is to transform the way leaders lead with Freedom at Work. WorldBlu’s vision is to see one billion people living, leading, and working in freedom rather than fear worldwide.

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