Levelling Up: Making the Shift from Manager to Senior Leader with Confidence

Stepping into a senior leadership role as a woman comes with unique challenges and immense opportunities. This program is designed to help you confidently navigate the leap from managing teams to leading organizations. At SheLeads Coaching, we’ll help you embrace your leadership potential, develop key skills, and thrive in senior leadership roles.

Why Transitioning to Senior Leadership Can Feel Overwhelming for Women

As you transition from manager to senior leader, the expectations on you grow—and so do the challenges. For women, moving into a senior leadership position often involves not only mastering new skills but also navigating a gendered landscape where leadership norms have traditionally been male-dominated. You might feel:

  • Overwhelmed by the increased scope of responsibility and strategic decision-making.

  • Struggling with finding your voice in spaces where you are in the gender minority.

  • Uncertain about how to balance leading your team while influencing at every level of the organization.

  • Concerned about managing relationships with peers, up-and-coming leaders, and senior executives.

But here’s the good news: you have everything you need to succeed. With the right mindset and tools, you can navigate this transition with confidence and emerge as a transformational leader. This program is designed to provide the support, clarity, and guidance you need to make this leap with purpose.

Levelling Up: A Tailored 4-Session Program to Transition into Senior Leadership

This program is designed to help you transition from being a successful manager to a senior leader who thrives in all aspects of leadership. Over the course of four sessions, we’ll dive deep into understanding the key differences between management and senior leadership, the skills you need to lead with impact, and how to confidently navigate your new role while influencing at all levels. Each session is designed to address your unique challenges and provide actionable insights that will help you step into your senior leadership role with confidence.

Tailored to Your Unique Leadership Journey

Every woman’s journey into senior leadership is different, which is why this program is fully customisable. Whether you’re adjusting to a larger team, taking on a new executive role, or navigating organisational change, we’ll work together to tailor the sessions to your specific needs. Let’s ensure you have the tools, strategies, and support to thrive at the senior level.

  • Objective: Understand the differences between management and senior leadership and develop the mindset needed to lead at a senior level.

    Key Topics:

    • Understanding the broader scope of senior leadership.

    • Developing strategic thinking for long-term vision and organizational growth.

    • Shifting from tactical management to visionary leadership.

    • Embracing leadership beyond your team—thinking organization-wide.

    Outcome:
    By the end of this session, you’ll be ready to think and act like a senior leader, focusing on strategic decision-making and leading with vision.

  • Objective: Build the confidence to assert yourself and lead authentically, especially in environments where you are in the gender minority.

    Key Topics:

    • How to find and use your voice in senior leadership roles.

    • Leading with courage and authenticity.

    • Overcoming the challenges of being a woman in a senior leadership role.

    • Strategies for speaking up and being heard in male-dominated spaces.

    Outcome:
    You will gain the confidence to lead with authenticity, assert your voice, and navigate the gender dynamics of senior leadership with courage.

  • Objective: Learn how to collaborate with peers and manage relationships with equal stakeholders across the organization.

    Key Topics:

    • Building strong relationships with other senior leaders and peers.

    • Navigating power dynamics and fostering collaboration.

    • Managing lateral relationships for organizational success.

    • Leading cross-functional initiatives and driving alignment across departments.

    Outcome:
    You’ll leave this session with the tools to build trust and influence across departments, fostering collaboration and unity at the senior level.

  • Objective: Understand how to network both internally and externally to expand your influence and enhance your leadership journey.

    Key Topics:

    • The importance of internal networking and building relationships across the organization.

    • Networking externally with other leaders in your industry to gain insights and opportunities.

    • Leveraging your network to support your leadership initiatives and growth.

    • Building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships that advance your leadership.

    Outcome:
    By the end of this session, you will have a strategic networking plan that helps you build powerful relationships both inside and outside your organization.

  • If you’re looking for deeper support or want to focus on specific areas of leadership, we offer additional sessions that can complement the core program. After completing the 4-session program, you can choose from the following optional add-on sessions:

    • Session 5: Leading Through Change and Uncertainty
      Learn strategies for leading your organization through periods of transition, growth, and uncertainty.

    • Session 6: Advanced Decision-Making and Risk-Taking in Leadership
      Sharpen your decision-making skills and learn how to take calculated risks that drive organizational success.

    • Session 7: Building and Leading High-Performing Teams
      Develop strategies to inspire and lead high-performing teams that deliver exceptional results.

    • Session 8: Mastering Emotional Intelligence for Senior Leaders
      Refine your emotional intelligence to navigate complex relationships and build stronger connections with your team and peers.

    • Session 9: Leading with Impact and Legacy
      Focus on your long-term leadership legacy, shaping company culture, and influencing future leaders.

    Each of these sessions is designed to complement your core program and provide additional support based on your unique leadership needs.

Are You Ready to Level Up and Step Into Senior Leadership with Confidence?

The transition to senior leadership is one of the most exciting and rewarding steps in your career. If you’re ready to confidently embrace your role as a senior leader, book a free discovery session today. Let’s work together to develop a customised plan that will help you succeed at the highest level.