Empowering women to lead with confidence and impact, the Women Leading Program is Australia’s premier female leadership initiative. This award-winning, strengths-based program, trusted by hundreds of organisations in both the public and private sectors, equips participants with the contemporary tools, insights, and professional networks needed to thrive.
Offered as a tailored in-house option or as a public program, it has been thoughtfully designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities that women leaders face, fostering a supportive environment where participants can learn, grow, and succeed.
Spanning six months, the evidence-based Women Leading Program immerses participants in dynamic workshops, one-on-one executive coaching sessions, and meaningful networking experiences. Informed by the latest research, including microlearning and cutting-edge technology, the program begins with the Gallup® CliftonStrengths® Assessment, a powerful diagnostic tool that helps participants identify and leverage their natural talents.
Guided by an all-female team of experienced thought leaders and executive coaches, participants develop clarity in their leadership style, hone essential leadership skills, and learn to adapt confidently in evolving business landscapes.
$6,200.00
Australia’s Preeminent Leadership Program for Women. Strengthens women into confident, impactful leaders to accelerate professional and organisational success.
1000’s of participants have completed this program and its various forms over the last 20 years. We have a long history of developing leaders at all levels and providing highly engaging learning experiences.
The Women Leading Program delivers an engaging and evidence-based learning experience. Each in-house program is customised to align with your organisation’s objectives, ensuring maximum relevance and sustained impact. Meanwhile, our public program modules create valuable opportunities to collaborate and share insights with women leaders from across varied industries.
Grounded in contemporary research, strengths-based development, and leading-edge technologies such as microlearning, the program empowers participants to broaden their leadership influence, while actively supporting the next generation of female leaders.
By the program’s conclusion, participants emerge empowered to lead with authenticity, purpose, and strategic vision. They gain the confidence to capitalise on their unique strengths, establish a forward-focused career plan, and maintain a healthy balance between professional ambitions and personal wellbeing. This transformative experience enables women leaders to drive meaningful change within their organisations and communities, ultimately fuelling both individual and collective success.
Conducted online over six months, providing a flexible & accessible format for busy professionals.
Includes 1-on-1 sessions tailored to individual needs, plus a collaborative meeting with participants’ managers.
Uncover and leverage your leadership talents through the Gallup CliftonStrengths® Assessment.
Establish a clear career trajectory and develop a distinctive personal brand.
Identify and embrace your individual strengths using the CliftonStrengths® assessment. This module empowers participants to adopt a strengths-based approach, thereby improving team dynamics and fostering a supportive organisational culture. With a personalised Strengths Report in hand, participants will devise clear strategies to maximise their unique capabilities and achieve sustained leadership success.
Career progression necessitates deliberate planning and purposeful action. In this module, participants refine their personal brand, engage in strategic networking, and map out tangible career pathways. By developing a tailored career plan, participants are equipped to move forward with confidence, clarity, and a renewed sense of professional direction.
Contemporary leadership requires the ability to think strategically, adapt swiftly, and inspire innovation. Drawing on the latest neuroscience research, this module guides participants to enhance their cognitive agility, broaden their perspectives, and leverage practical tools for optimising brain functionality. Participants emerge with strategies to envision the future, make informed decisions, and lead with foresight.
Professional networks are crucial for expanding influence, driving innovation, and securing new opportunities. This module introduces proven approaches to building and maintaining meaningful connections. Participants learn to cultivate a robust professional network, thereby increasing their authority, broadening their knowledge, and amplifying their capacity to lead effectively.
Executive presence is integral to effective leadership. Through interactive exercises, participants learn to convey authenticity, confidence, and credibility in every interaction. By refining their communication style and interpersonal skills, they develop an influential presence that resonates with others, even in challenging or unexpected situations.
A strong professional brand underpins leadership effectiveness. This module enables participants to define and protect their personal leadership brand, ensuring it is both credible and aligned with their values and aspirations. By understanding how their reputation serves others, participants strengthen their capacity to lead with integrity and purpose.
Successful leadership hinges on the ability to build trust, manage tensions, and influence outcomes. Participants in this module gain techniques to foster productive relationships, collaborate across diverse teams, and navigate difficult conversations. By mastering these influence strategies, participants enhance their capacity to guide their teams and organisations towards positive results.
A compelling narrative can inspire, motivate, and unite. In this module, participants shape their leadership stories to highlight resilience, achievement, and growth. They develop a distinctive leadership narrative, complete with a memorable elevator pitch and clear statements of capability. This storytelling skillset equips participants with a powerful tool to influence, engage, and advance their careers.
Effective leadership extends beyond professional accomplishments—it includes nurturing personal wellbeing. This module introduces strategies to support both physical and mental health, promoting sustainable performance over the long term. Participants learn to maintain balance, bolster resilience, and cultivate an environment where they and their teams thrive.
In an ever-changing professional landscape, sustainable leadership performance is anchored in self-awareness, purpose, and energy management. This module helps participants develop self-compassion, refine their focus, and optimise their potential. By understanding how to sustain their leadership effectiveness, participants are better equipped to guide their teams and organisations to enduring success.
The Women Leading Program is so much more than a standard leadership course—it’s a catalyst for both personal and professional growth. Whether you’re seeking to refine your leadership capabilities, navigate complex organisational challenges, or build a powerful network of like-minded women leaders, this program is your pathway to success.
Backed by over two decades of leadership research and rooted in organisational psychology, this six-month program delivers tangible, long-lasting results. Through engaging workshops, one-on-one coaching, and dynamic networking opportunities, participants gain practical strategies for leading with confidence, capitalising on their personal leadership style, and navigating the evolving business landscape.
Our award-winning, bespoke Women Leading Program has empowered more than 4,000 women and earned the trust of hundreds of Australian organisations—spanning government, public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. Recognised for its proven ability to build a pipeline of effective women leaders, it continues to shape a new leadership culture across the nation.
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This program is delivered by industry experts and executive coaches who will share their experience and in-depth subject knowledge with you throughout the program.
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