Attention New Leaders!

Lacking Leadership Experience and Knowledge?
 Struggling with Delegating and the Pressure to Perform? 

Remove the Imposter Syndrome and Gain a New Sense of Confidence in Your Role as Leader.


Join Our Exclusive Program for New Human Service Leaders and Fast Track Your Transition! Conquer Uncertainty, Cultivate Confidence!

Are You Finding Your New Leadership Role more Challenging than Expected?

You've taken the leap into leadership and now you find yourself facing challenges you weren't prepared for such as:
  • Intense Pressure: Feeling the weight of needing to perform and deliver results, leading to constant worry and self-doubt
  • Lost Confidence: Experiencing a sudden dip in belief in your abilities, despite your previous successes
  • Balancing Act: Finding it difficult to manage your own workload, support your team, and shoulder new responsibilities, all while trying to perform and learn simultaneously
  • Sense of Isolation: Feeling alone and isolated in your leadership role, without a support network or mentor to turn to
  • Steep Learning Curve: Finding it steeper and more challenging than anticipated

Are You Finding Your New Leadership Role more Challenging than Expected?


Have you found yourself thinking:

  •  I used to be confident in my abilities, but now I find myself questioning every decision I make.
  •  I feel like I'm constantly being pulled in different directions, and I can't find a way to balance it all!
  •  How can I meet everyone's expectations and prove myself as a capable leader?
  •  How do I navigate this shift from being a peer to now managing my former colleagues?
  •  I don't want to show any signs of weakness, but the stress is taking a toll on me.
  •  Is there anyone I can talk to or rely on for support? I feel isolated in this new leadership position.
  •  Have I made the right decision by taking on this leadership role? Can I handle the pressure? Am I truly cut out for leadership?

You want to excel in your new role and be an effective and confident leader so you've ...

Undertaken Training

BUT these programs only deal with the tasks of a leader, not the real-life challenges involved with stepping into your first leadership role.

Talked to Other New Leaders

BUT they are grappling with many of the same issues and have no idea how to effectively handle them either.

Talked to Your Manager.

who certainly tried to give what time they could, BUT given their own pressing commitments, it simply wasn't enough to fully support your leadership development needs.

Don't Worry!
You're Not Alone!

Leaders-in-transition commonly experience anxiety, stress, uncertainty, loneliness, isolation and self-doubt. Moving from a place of confidence and performance, to one where you lack the information and understanding to be effective, poses a significant psychological challenge.

Being a subject matter expert, high-performing team member, or doing what you’ve always done is not enough. Leading a team needs more and different capabilities, tools, processes, and approaches.

Recent research shows:

  • 87% of first-time leaders feel frustrated, anxious, and uncertain about their new role. 
  • 60% of leaders say they never received training when transitioning into their first leadership role.
  • 60% of new leaders fail in the first year.


But it doesn't have to be this way!

What if you could stop grappling with your new leadership role and
start navigating it confidently and effectively instead?

Sounds like a lofty goal?
Stay with me, and I'll show you how we can bring this into reality!

Hi, I'm Shelley, Founder and Head Leadership Coach at the Human Services Leadership Academy.

I’ll be honest with you, 

Taking on your first leadership position is often a daunting and overwhelming process.

When I started out as a new leader in the human services field, I was full of ambition and passion to make a positive impact. Just like you, I had the desire to lead and inspire a team to make a difference in the lives of the people we served.

But Then ...

I was hit with the stark realities of leadership. 

The pressures, the isolation, and the challenge of shifting from a peer to a leader were daunting. 
I felt like I was thrown into the deep end without a lifeline.
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I really wanted to be an effective and supportive leader, so I tried ...

Facade of Strength

I masked anxieties and uncertainties, believing leadership meant showing no weakness – yet, this heightened internal pressure and isolation, and hindered growth.

Sink or Swim

I dove headfirst into leadership challenges hoping to learn through trial and error - only to find it increased stress without delivering the desired learning outcomes.

Working Harder

I put in long hours to compensate for a lack of confidence - but this led to sheer exhaustion without significant improvement in leadership skills or confidence.

Each attempt felt like a failure,
and with each setback, I questioned "Am I really cut out to be a leader?"

Over time I discovered that the answer to that question was yes, but the road to that conclusion was a long and bumpy one.

Reflecting on my own journey, I started noticing similar patterns in others around me. Over the span of my 20+ years as a Social Worker and Leadership Coach, I have seen countless human service professionals grappling with the same struggles, trying to balance their desire to lead with the reality of their challenging roles.

And that's when it hit me!

What new leaders in the human services truly need is:

A program specifically designed to guide them through the transition, capitalising on their existing skills, and uniquely crafted to tackle the challenges inherent to our sector.

So we developed a program just like that.

A program designed to fast-track the transition from an uncertain newbie to confident human service leader through a structured pathway that leverages your existing skills.

The program has been designed to assist new leaders to:

HUMAN SERVICE LEADERS ALREADY POSSESS MUCH OF WHAT'S NEEDED TO BE AN EFFECTIVE LEADER, THEY JUST NEED THE RIGHT SUPPORT TO UNLEASH IT.

Support that understands, and is tailored to, the unique context, challenges, values, and strengths integral to the human services field and offers:

Structured Guidance

A structured, yet customisable path, that ensures a smooth transition by minimising overwhelm and guesswork whilst addressing the practical, emotional and mental aspects of the transition.

Skills Transformation /Competency Conversion

Support that fully recognises the rich skill set accumulated throughout your career in the human services sector and guides you to pivot these competencies for successful leadership.

Support Network

Support that understands, and is tailored to, the unique context, challenges, values, and strengths integral to the human services field.

The best thing?

This program is not just theoretical -
 it's about real, actionable steps with implementation support!
(Allowing new leaders to easily translate their learning to practice,
so they can apply. reflect, and grow in their own time)

So how does it work exactly?

All it takes are...

3 Simple Steps

To become a confident and effective human service leader.

Chart Your
Leadership Transition

Establish Your
Leadership Identity

Unlock Your
Leadership Potential

Can this Really Work?

Let's Find Out Together!

Whilst this program has been developed using an evidence based approach, utilising research backed strategies, feedback from workshops and individual coaching clients, and practice wisdom. This is the first time it will be delivered in this format.
For this reason we are offering access to a limited number of people
at a significantly discounted rate!

Introducing...

The New Leaders
 LaunchPad!

An 8-module program for human service professionals that want to confidently navigate the transition to leadership and develop strong leadership foundations and identity.
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Step 1.

Chart Your Leadership Transition

Navigate the emotional journey, gain clarity on key changes and what they mean, and hone essential skills for success.
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Step 2.

Establish Your
Leadership Identity

Shape your unique leadership persona by understanding your leadership style and crafting a personalised leadership philosophy that guides your approach and decisions.

Step 3.

Unlock Your
Leadership Potential

Lay the foundations for targeted growth and increased effectiveness by identifying your unique strengths, leveraging your existing skills, and crafting a robust Leadership Development Plan.
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Sign up today and you'll receive:

Inclusions
Value
  • 8 x Group Coaching Sessions
  • 8 x Video Lessons
  • Strengths Profile - Leader Profile
  • REACH Profile - Leader Profile 
  • Leadership Skills Assessment   
  • Leadership Reflections Journal
  • Leadership Philosophy Workbook
  • Leadership Philosophy Workbook
  • Leadership Development Planner
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Total Value                                                                                $1980
Beta Price - Individual                                                                  $497

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But wait, there's more .......

*Special Bonus*

3 Months Access to the Human Services Leadership Academy Training Library

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Access our full catalogue of short courses.

Gain an edge in your leadership journey with complimentary access to our extensive library of short courses. These self-paced modules cover a wide range of relevant topics, allowing you to personalise your learning experience and progress at your own pace, choosing exactly what you want to learn and when.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Who is this program for?

This program is specifically designed for new Human Services Leaders. If you're feeling overwhelmed, unprepared, or anxious in your new leadership role, this is the perfect place for you.

Q: What if I'm not in a leadership position yet but aspire to be one?

That's perfect! The resources and community we offer can be extremely beneficial for those looking to step into leadership roles. You can gain insights, build your leadership skills, and gain confidence before you take on a leadership position.

What kind of time commitment will this require?

We understand that as a leader, your time is valuable. That's why we've designed our resources to be flexible and accessible. You can engage with our material at your own pace and in your own time. The important thing is the quality of time you spend engaging and the commitment to applying what you learn.  

Q: I've been a leader for a few years now. Would this still be beneficial for me?

Absolutely! No matter how long you've been in leadership, there's always room for growth and development. This membership provides an excellent opportunity to refresh your skills, gain new insights, and connect with other leaders in the Human Services sector.

Q: How is this different from other leadership training programs?

Unlike most leadership training programs that focus on generic leadership skills, our membership is specifically tailored for leaders in the Human Services sector. It provides a community of peers facing similar challenges, access to continuous learning resources, and ongoing tailored guidance and support. Plus, our focus is not just on professional growth but personal growth as well

Can I afford this?

Investing in your professional development is one of the best things you can do for your career. Consider this: the skills, insights, and connections you'll gain from this membership could lead to more effective leadership, higher job satisfaction, and even career advancement. When viewed in this light, the program represents not just a cost, but a valuable investment in your future.

Sign Up Today! Only 10 Spots Available at this Price!

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Looking for Connection and Support?  Join us in The Leadership Lounge!

A community where you can access free resources, share insights and challenges, participate in monthly coffee chats, and find answers at our monthly Q&As.

Struggling to Feel Confident in Your New Leadership Role?  

Then You're Not Alone!

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Leaders-in-transition commonly experience anxiety, stress, uncertainty, loneliness, isolation and self-doubt. Moving from a place of confidence and performance, to one where they lack the information and understanding to be effective, poses a significant psychological challenge.

Recent research shows:
  • 87% of first-time leaders feel frustrated, anxious, and uncertain about their new role 
  • 60% of leaders say they never received training when transitioning into their first leadership role
  • 50% of managers in organisations are ineffective
  • 60% of new leaders fail in the first year 


New Leaders need support to step up effectively!

Being a subject matter expert, high-performing team member, or doing what you’ve always done is not enough. Leading a team needs more and different capabilities, tools, processes, and approaches.

Luckily, human service professionals, through their professional journey, have already acquired many of the skills, qualities and knowledge required to be effective leaders.  they just need to learn to use it a different way.  And that's where we can help.

We aim to assist you to acquire the clarity, confidence and support that will make your leadership transition so much easier and set you up for leadership success throughout your career.

Don't Worry!
You're Not Alone!

Research shows that 85% of first-time leaders take on their roles without adequate preparation or training, leading to 60% of them struggling in their first two years. 
But that's exactly why we designed this coaching program- to ease your transition, equip you with key leadership skills, and instill you with the confidence to lead effectively and authentically
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