From Manager to High-Impact Leader

Give managers the judgement, people skills and confidence to inspire teams and deliver results that last.

Why this is needed now

Leadership demand has outpaced most organisations. Hybrid work, rapid tech shifts and rising expectations mean ‘good management’ no longer cuts it.

You need leaders who set direction, galvanise people and execute consistently. The risk of delay? Strategy stalls, performance becomes patchy and your best people leave.

This programme closes that gap fast with the mindset, toolset and behaviours to lead with confidence.

Who it’s for: Practical, hands-on development for managers running cross-functional workstreams who need confidence, structure and core leadership skills – not enterprise-level strategy.

What changes immediately

Investing in leadership isn’t a “nice to have” – it’s how you protect performance and create competitive advantage in the years ahead. The best time to build that capability was yesterday. The second best is today.

Sharper priorities and faster, better decisions

Clear direction cuts indecision and rework, speeds up delivery, and frees leaders to focus on the highest-value work.

Stronger ownership and accountability across teams

Goals stick, handovers are cleaner, and performance improves without constant escalation or micro-management.

Confident conversations that lift performance, not tension

Leaders tackle issues early and constructively, lifting standards and deepening trust, engagement and retention.

What You Get with Discovery's Empowered Leaders Programme

Tailored, hands-on development, experiential learning, focused coaching and real-world casework, built to your context, so leaders apply what matters immediately.

Programme pillars

Intention-Based leadership — Clear priorities, commercial judgement and the confidence to decide under pressure.
People intelligence (EQ) — Self-awareness, empathy and influence to build trust, coach performance and handle tough conversations.
Impact in practice — Live business challenges, coaching and on-the-job sprints that turn insight into measurable results.

Outcomes for the Business

  • Enhanced inter-personal capability
  • Improved results in people and performance
  • More accountability and increased engagement across teams
  • A framework for success that cascades through the business
Optional ILM qualification

Choose to add an industry-recognised qualification:

The ILM Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management Principles can be completed alongside the Empowered Leaders Programme.

Next OPEN Programme Dates: Tuesday 30th Sept 2025

What your managers gain from Empowered Leaders: -

9 days of experiential, residential workshops delivered over 9–12 months, enough intensity to shift behaviour & spaced for transference into the job.
1:1 Personal coaching for every delegate to reinforce learning and unblock real challenges.
Access to online resources and learning journal
Open and closed cohorts to suit individual bookings or a single-employer group.
All with a focus on practical, real-world application for today’s landscape and enhanced emotional and behavioural awareness.
Optional ILM L5 Diploma Qualification

“The program is tailored in a way that anyone can gain something from it, regardless of their existing experience. The program and trainers are a fountain of knowledge and techniques that anyone can pull something from regardless of their role and past experiences.”

Bring high-impact leadership to your team

Build leaders who deliver under pressure. Turn capability into consistent performance and build confidence, clarity and results that last.
The result: More engaged, higher-performing teams

Your leadership journey starts here.

Please complete the enquiry form to discuss your requirements and discover how we can help transform your organisation.

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