STRONG LEADERSHIP
DRIVES SUCCESS.
Incredibly, 82% of managers step into leadership roles without any formal training. It's time to change that.
why invest in leadership training?
Research from the Chartered Management Institute shows that organisations which invest in leadership development training reeped back benefits, here's what they found:
%
increase in employee performance
%
rise in employee engagement
It's time to transform your leadership team
Great leaders don’t just manage - they inspire, motivate and create cultures where people thrive – transforming teams and boosting business.
That's why I created the Elevate your Leadership training course, to equip leaders with the skills and knowledge to inspire, influence and lead with confidence.
I've built this course from my own experience, having just celebrated 30 years in the broadcasting industry as a BBC Journalist, Presenter and Team Leader - I understand the pressures of fast-moving, deadline driven and changing environments. In addition, I recently gained a First Class Honours degree in Business Management that allows me to combine current theory with real-world practice.
I'm passionate about leadership and I look forward to helping you and your team with clear, practical and engaging foundations to build leaders, not just managers.
Sarah Hawley BSc (Hons) CMgr MCMI
MY PROVEN LEADERSHIP THEORY
Elevate your Leadership provides the skills to communicate with clarity, present with confidence and lead with authenticity, integrity and emotional intelligence. This will bring tangible results to your business by building trust, motivating teams and boosting performance.
Delegates are given the opportunity to apply them through workshops, group discussion and scenario based challenges. The programme focuses on the core behaviours that shape credible and effective leadership, including:
effective communication
Clear workplace communication is a vital managerial tool. It ensures everyone understands goals, boosts morale, and builds transparency. Our simple framework helps you articulate your vision with confidence and clarity to foster a positive culture.
Presenting with assurance
Strong presentation helps leaders communicate clearly, build trust, and ensure direction is understood. It strengthens your credibility. We offer bespoke presentation training days to help you and your team present with confidence and clarity while reducing those nerves.
Lead with integrity
Authentic, principled leadership builds trust and boosts performance. Research shows that authentic leaders improve job satisfaction and morale. We will help you recognise your values, allowing you to lead with greater authenticity and integrity.
Emotional intelligence
High emotional intelligence means knowing yourself and sensing others' feelings. These leaders are affable, resilient, and optimistic. These essential 'soft skills' can be learnt and developed. We help you master them to lead more effectively.
BUILDING TRUST
Trust is the essential foundation of a strong team; organisations cannot perform without it. Building trust involves clear communication, authenticity, and emotional intelligence. This creates the perfect conditions for you and others to succeed.
Operational leadership
How do you handle competing demands? Good leadership relies on practical decision-making, clear delegation, and organised work that supports the team while protecting your capacity. We teach practical skills to help you manage your workload.
LISTENING SKILLS
Every conversation begins with listening. We help you listen effectively so employees feel heard. This is a vital skill for managing performance, giving feedback, and resolving conflicts. Our approach ensures your team feels valued and understood.
CONSTRUCTIVE DIALOGUE
Whether for feedback or performance, our bespoke framework gives you the skills to keep conversations honest and direct, yet supportive. This approach builds trust, supports management, and encourages reflection through constructive dialogue.
THE FIRST STEP
Identifying a lack of formal training is a powerful first step; it replaces guesswork with intention. Recognising this gap allows you to build a foundation of proven skills, turning raw potential into confident, effective leadership.