DON'T GET STUCK IN THE TACTICAL TRAP...
(where everyone relies on you to get stuff done,
but no-one turns to you for advice and strategic insight)
"Being part of The Confident Communications Leader programme for the past 10 weeks has given me the space and support to step back, reflect and grow in ways that are hard to do in a busy senior comms role.
If you're navigating comms leadership in a complex environment and know you need to lead strategically, influence at senior levels, and show up with confidence, this is the programme I’d recommend."
Laura MacLeman, Head of Strategic Communications and Content, Plan International UK

Louise Thompson,
leadership coach and
former Director of Communications for the NHS and the private sector, former PR agency lead UK and US
Take action now to be a more confident and effective communications leader in 2025
Join Laura and other comms leaders like you to transform your confidence and boost your credibility
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Overcome your imposter syndrome & challenge self-limiting beliefs (and stereotypes about "comms leadership!")
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Gain clarity on your values, purpose and outcomes as a leader - so you lead authentically AND effectively in your role
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Develop executive presence and build on your own leadership communication skills, to have the impact you deserve
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Learn how to handle conflict at work in a compassionate, clear and courageous way, setting an example for others
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Escape the "busy trap" to lead effectively and add value where it really counts, instead of "people pleasing"
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Learn the secrets of high performing teams to help build a best in class communications function
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Build your professional "brand" as a confident and effective communications leader that the board listens to!
Gain the insight, tools and skills to lead communications
authentically, effectively and confidently
Ideal for aspiring, new or first-time communications leaders, (think heads of comms, first time director of communications), I've designed this group coaching programme to take you from frustrated to fearless in your career, so you can lead with confidence & courage.
If you feel isolated, overwhelmed or overlooked as an emerging or new comms leader, then this programme will help you lead effectively and be seen as a credible asset at the board table.
Join me and a supportive peer community for a structured programme of live group sessions mixed with video lessons and activities online and on demand, for you to do in your own time.
If you're determined to go from "competent but overlooked" in your comms career, to "confident and credible leader", this programme is for you. I've designed it for heads of communications and new directors of communications, helping you lead well and thrive.
COURSE DETAILS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
MODULE 1: SEPT 23
OVERVIEW: Overcome self-limiting beliefs and bring your strengths to the table. Challenge unhelpful stereotypes and assumptions about your impact.
OUTCOME: Increased confidence in challenging situations as a result of tackling self-limiting beliefs.
MODULE 4: OCT 21/28
OVERVIEW: Lead your team(s) and your organisation with confidence - nurturing a high performance culture where everybody can thrive (including you!)
OUTCOME: Increased confidence and capability as a leader, supporting better outcomes.
MODULE 2: SEPT 30
OVERVIEW: Gain clarity on your values and purpose as a leader - your roadmap to leading well and dealing with change and challenge in your role.
OUTCOME: A greater sense of professional self and tools to manage change as a leader (and a human!)
MODULE 5: NOV 11/18
OVERVIEW: Manage tricky situations and challenging people, with compassion, candour and clarity. Learn to give and receive constructive feedback.
OUTCOME: Higher trust and better communication leading to improved team/personal performance at work.
MODULE 3: OCT 7/14
OVERVIEW: Develop your authentic executive presence as a communications leader, practice and hone your leadership communication skills.
OUTCOME: Increased impact at an executive level, positioning Comms (and you!) as strategic advisors.
MODULE 6: NOV 25/DEC 2
OVERVIEW: Move from "doing" to "leading" - putting it all together as a confident, credible and courageous communications leader. Wrap-up, reflections and commitments.
OUTCOME: Improved confidence and credibility as a leader - increased focus on outcomes and impact.
PLUS BONUS MODULE! BUILD YOUR OWN PROFESSIONAL BRAND
Gain clarity on the value you bring as a leader (and learn how to articulate it!) resulting in greater visibility and confidence in your current role, and when networking for your future career and leadership development.


The Confident Leader Course Details
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This is a 10 week group coaching programme with 6 core modules
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Learning is a blend of live group sessions and group coaching, with video lessons, workbooks and worksheets and exercises for you to also complete on demand, in your own time (at your own pace!)
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Weekly live sessions run at 12:00pm UK time on Tuesdays during the course, using Zoom.
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Sessions run on a 1 hour first week (12-1 UK time), 1.5 hour second week (12pm - 1:30pm UK time) schedule throughout the 10 weeks, to ensure we have enough time to focus on the core modules and on plenty of group coaching.
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We start on Tuesday, September 23rd for 10 weeks (with one week break on November 4th)
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Course modules will be unlocked and shared with you before we start on September 23rd.
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You will receive an email from me to welcome you to the course, share course materials and give you access to the weekly calls and our supportive What's App community.
PROGRAMME INVESTMENT AND BONUSES
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Course fee is £899 (or under £90.00 per session)
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A 45 minute one to one leadership coaching session with me
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A free copy of The Confident Leader journal developed exclusively by me
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A 3mth paid membership to my Lead with Intention substack, where I give you practical and actionable coaching advice every week!
If self-funding, payment plans are available if you need (contact me direct to arrange this)
If your organisation is willing to fund it, I can invoice them direct (contact me to arrange this)
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