RISE: Transform Who Your Leaders Are Being, Not Just What They're Doing.
RISE is a 4 week leadership identity programme for mid-tier and rising leaders who have the capability but haven't fully stepped into their power.
You've promoted them. You've given them the role. You can see their potential.
But they're still showing up like they need permission.
They hold back in senior meetings. Defer when they should lead. Question decisions they're qualified to make. Wait for validation instead of claiming their authority.
You haven't invested in incapable people. You've invested in capable people who haven't internalised their leadership identity yet.
That's the gap RISE is designed to close.
The Real Problem With Leadership Development
Most programmes teach leaders what to do.
They may leave with frameworks, tools, and tactical skills, but still show up the same way they did before.
Because the issue isn't capability. It's identity.
RISE transforms who your leaders are being as they lead, not just what they're doing.
We address the internal patterns that keep talented people playing small; the imposter syndrome, the proving energy, the waiting for permission; all while giving them the external framework to show up with visible authority.
The result? Leaders who step into bigger roles because they've already embodied their leadership identity, not because they're performing their way through it.
What Makes RISE Different?
This is transformation work, not training.
While most leadership development focuses on competencies and behaviours, RISE goes deeper.
We do the Inner Work to shift how leaders see themselves, and the Outer Work to make that shift visible in how they communicate, take action, decide, and lead.
The Inner Work tackles what's actually holding them back: the self-doubt, the patterns of seeking validation, the belief they need to earn what they've already been given. This is private, transformational coaching that rewires their relationship with their own authority.
The Outer Work translates that internal shift into tangible leadership presence: their story, their vision, their communication, their influence.
This is what you'll see and measure.
Together, these create sustainable change that doesn't fade after the programme ends.
What Leaders Will Experience
Module 1: Success Signature™
Leaders get clear on what success looks like for them in this role.
We surface the unconscious patterns and stories driving their current behaviour, then set new intentions that align with who they're becoming.
Module 2: Deep Identity & Pattern Work
This is the transformation engine. In completely confidential sessions, each leader does the deep work to dismantle limiting beliefs and step into their authority. This deep identity work and it's where the real shift happens.
Module 3: Leadership Vision & Story
With the internal work done, leaders craft their external leadership narrative.
How they want to show up. How they want to be known. The vision they're leading toward.
This is where identity becomes visible.
Module 4: Embodiment & Action
Leaders apply their new identity in real-world scenarios.
They practice, implement, and build confidence through action, not just theory.
What You'll See in Your Leaders After RISE
Immediate shifts:
They claim their seat at the table instead of earning it
They make decisions with conviction, not constant validation-seeking
They contribute to senior conversations as peers, not subordinates
They own their expertise instead of downplaying it
They lead with authority that feels natural, not performed
Sustained impact:
Increased readiness for next-level roles
Stronger executive presence and strategic thinking
Ability to influence across the organisation
Clearer leadership narrative and personal brand
Reduced imposter syndrome and self doubt
For your organisation:
Faster leadership pipeline development
Higher retention of high-potential talent
Leaders who can step up when needed
Stronger succession planning
More diverse leadership voices at senior levels
How RISE Is Delivered
Intensive 4-week programme: Weekly sessions for fast momentum
Bi-weekly 8-week programme: Sessions every two weeks for deeper reflection
Delivery options:
1:1 RISE
Fully personalised private coaching for individual leaders (online)
Best for: Specific high-potential individuals or leaders navigating sensitive transitions
Hybrid Group RISE
Small cohort of 4-8 leaders with Module 2 delivered privately to each participant (in-person or online)
Best for: Developing multiple leaders simultaneously while maintaining the depth of personal transformation
The hybrid model gives you the efficiency of group learning with the safety of private transformation work.
Leaders learn together but do the deep identity work in confidential 1:1 sessions.
Investment
1:1 RISE: £2,500 per leader
Group RISE: £2,250 per leader
(10% group discount when developing multiple leaders together)
Optional Add-On: Post-Programme Accountability Coaching
3 Empowered Leadership Coaching sessions: £1,200 (usually £1,500)
Ensures leaders continue embedding their transformation beyond the programme
Complete RISE + Coaching Bundle: £3,700 per leader
Significant savings plus ongoing support as leaders implement their shifts in real time
The bundle is particularly valuable for leaders stepping into new roles or increased responsibility,
they get transformation plus strategic partnership as they navigate the transition.
Why RISE Works for Mid-Tier Leaders
Budget-conscious without compromising depth
At £2,500 per leader, RISE fits L&D budgets while delivering the same transformational methodology I use with CEOs and senior executives. You're not getting diluted content, you're getting focused, high-impact work appropriate for where these leaders are right now.
Scalable across your leadership pipeline
Whether you're developing one high-potential manager or a cohort of emerging leaders, RISE delivers consistent transformation with flexible delivery models.
Addresses the real gap
Skills training doesn't solve confidence gaps. RISE transforms the internal operating system so leaders show up with the authority their role requires.
Measurable outcomes you can track
Leaders complete the programme with a clear leadership story, defined vision, and action plan. You'll see behavioural shifts immediately, in meetings, presentations, decision-making, and strategic contribution.
Who This Is For
RISE is designed for:
Mid-tier managers stepping into senior leadership
High-potential leaders ready for bigger roles
Technical experts transitioning into people leadership
Newly promoted leaders who need to embody their new level
Talented individuals who default to proving instead of leading
You'll know they're ready for RISE if:
They have the capability but lack the confidence
They're highly competent but hold themselves back
They defer when they should lead
They're on your succession plan but not quite ready
They need internal transformation, not just external skills
About Lesley
I spent 15+ years in corporate marketing building brands like Lucozade, Aquafresh, and Ferrero Rocher. I understand your world; the politics, the expectations, the unspoken agreements and the pressure leaders face to prove themselves at every level.
Now I help CEOs, founders, and senior leaders step into powerful, authentic leadership through identity work, personal branding, storytelling, and visibility strategy. I've worked with leaders and organisations including Santander UK (6+ year partnership), Input Output, Haleon, and AG Barr.
What makes my approach different:
I don't just teach leadership skills. I transform leadership identity. The Inner Work addresses what's actually holding leaders back internally. The Outer Work makes that shift visible externally.
For mid-tier leaders, RISE delivers the same depth of transformation I provide executives, structured for where they are in their leadership journey and priced for L&D budgets.
How to Get Started
Single Leader Development
If you have a specific individual ready for transformation, let's discuss whether RISE or my premium programmes (Unlock Your Story, Elevate) are the right fit.
Cohort Development
If you're developing multiple leaders, we can structure RISE as a repeatable programme across your organisation, either in scheduled cohorts or as leaders are ready.
Corporate Partnership
For ongoing leadership development, we can create a retainer structure giving you priority access to RISE spots throughout the year at locked-in rates.