Leading with Grounded Confidence
Advance with confidence, increase impact, and improve wellbeing!
Leading with Grounded Confidence
is an 8-week, virtual leadership development program for women in mid-level positions who want to:
boost their confidence,
speak up and use their voice,
partner at a more strategic level,
influence for greater impact,
AND feel their best at the same time.
This isn’t your typical leadership development program.
Instead of merely fixing surface issues, participants will dive into a transformative process to address the underlying causes that hold them back so they can elevate to a higher level.
Register by January 24th to secure your spot for only $995!
Organizations that invest in women’s leadership programs see a 2.5x return on their investment through improved performance and reduced turnover.
Bersin by Deloitte report. 2021.
Do any of these sound like you - or one of your direct reports?
You want to shift from the tactical to the strategic and operate at a higher level, but it’s overwhelming and hard.
You're afraid you'll fail if you work less. You're afraid you'll disappoint or upset people if you say no.
You get nervous walking into a room of leaders. You wonder if you really know enough to be there or if everyone is smarter than you.
You want to advance, be a good leader, create an impact, and be there for others, but know you can’t keep up like this.
You feel like you have to show up for everything, say yes to every meeting invite, and be responsible for everything and everyone.
You worry if you're doing enough for your projects and team. You feel behind, yet should be doing more.
You second guess yourself. Sometimes you question if you’re really qualified to be a leader.
You have high expectations of yourself, but know they cause burnout and get in the way of you operating at a higher level.
You’re not alone!
If you want to trust yourself, make bold moves, step into your full potential, and lead with grounded confidence, you've come to the right place!
Hi! I’m Heather
Throughout my 15 years of speaking, coaching, and working in leadership development, I heard the same story over and over — amazing women who questioned themselves, felt like they couldn’t disappoint anyone, believed everything had to perfect, and worried they didn’t know enough, even though they were highly qualified.
It wasn’t just them - I lived that story, too.
For years, I ran myself into the ground by overdoing everything. I questioned whether I was too much and worried about what people would think.
It held me back from my true potential. Then I changed my story - and it changed everything.
It’s time to change your story.
It’s time for you to lead with grounded confidence!
I’m on a mission to empower women to live, work, and lead with grounded confidence — and to break the rules and expectations that lead us AWAY from that confidence.
Learn more about what I do and why I do it on my About Page.
“Working with Heather was the most valuable investment in my career & self-confidence that I could have made.”
— Helen Farrelly, EHS Leader, Cargill
What clients are saying
Course Overview
Transitioning to a leadership mindset
Old ways won’t open new doors. In week one, we’re going to uncover the rules and habits that are keeping you from fully stepping into a leadership mindset and creating the impact you know you’re capable of making.
Overcoming imposter syndrome
Imposter syndrome is a shrouded career blocker. In week two, we’ll identify how imposter syndrome shows up in your journey and learn proven strategies to quiet self-doubt, own your expertise, and confidently pursue your boldest career goals.
Stepping into your strengths as a leader
Great leadership starts with knowing your superpowers. We’re going to take a step back in week three to understand your strengths and create a picture of who you want to be as a leader — which will help you move toward that vision with confidence.
Building boundaries for better wellbeing
Get ready to say Yes to saying No. In our fourth week, we’ll walk through a step-by-step framework to set boundaries that protect your energy, prioritize your well-being, and create space to have the tough talks, influence, and be strategic.
Mastering tough talks
“When we avoid difficult conversations, we trade short-term discomfort for long-term dysfunction” (Peter Bromberg). You’ll walk away from week five with strategies to handle difficult conversations with greater assurance, ease, and effectiveness.
Influencing and executive presence
Executive presence isn’t just a buzzword - it’s key to making an impact! In week six, you’ll discover how to step into your authentic version of executive presence – and use it to influence at all levels to drive results and elevate your career.
Strengthening your strategic thinking muscles
It’s time to shift from doer to strategic thinker. In week seven, you’ll learn how to think beyond the tactical and contribute at a higher level as a strategic partner in your organization.
Developing your community & creating a plan
We are better together! Our final session focuses on building a supportive community, cultivating key relationships, and creating a clear action plan to lead with grounded confidence.
“Heather’s coaching was not just about tackling immediate challenges but also about fostering a mindset geared toward long-term impact. Her guidance has been instrumental in my journey as a changemaker.”
— Carliss Miller, PhD, DEI Leader
What clients are saying
What’s Included
8
one-hour live teaching calls
11:00am-12:00pm MT on February 12, 19, 26, March 6, 13, 19, 26, and April 2
3
one-hour group coaching calls
11:00am-12:00pm MT on February 27, and March 17 and 31
*All calls will be recorded in case you miss one - or want to watch it again!
High-impact exercises
to build your leadership skills and executive presence and apply skills learned to your job.
A private community
to connect with other participants, share ideas, ask questions, and discuss application of the tools.
Sign Up Today & SAVE!
Course starts February 12th.
Sign up by Friday, January 24th for a $300 early bird discount!
Experience Leading with Grounded Confidence for only $995!
Full program fee of $1295 applies to registrations on or after Saturday, January 25th.
Installment plan available: pay three installments of $445 (early bird special does not apply).
Download the Convince Your Boss Email & Program Overview
Convince Your Boss Email Template
Take your first step in leading with grounded confidence! Prioritize your growth and gain your boss's support using this customizable email template. Include the Program Overview with your email to make a compelling business case.
Program Overview
Don’t keep this program all to yourself! Use this one-page program overview to help your boss, colleagues, and friends discover the value of Leading with Grounded Confidence.
“Through [Heather’s] coaching, I learned to focus on where I can have the most impact. I now know I don't have to do it all -- and I don't have to be perfect while doing it. I've stopped second guessing myself so often. I feel like a weight has been lifted. My life has changed since I started this journey.”
— Michelle Maddix-Sovero, Head of Innovation and Strategy for US Immunology, UCB
What clients are saying
FAQs
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Leading with Grounded Confidence is for women in mid-level positions who want to advance and create impact. Women in supervisor, manager, and director level roles will benefit the most from this program. People leadership is not required! You’re a leader whether you have a team that reports to you or not.
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Yes, absolutely! Many companies sponsor employees for programs like this. I encourage you to talk to your manager about getting reimbursed. Share this webpage with them so they understand what it is about and why it's valuable for your career development and your team or organization. You can also download a program overview and email template to ask your manager to sponsor your participation in the program
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It's awesome when companies sponsor programs like this – when they don’t, keep in mind that you are worth the investment! Often, when women choose to invest in themselves, they commit more fully and get SO MUCH out of it. Consider it a short-term investment for a long-term gain!
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Each call will be held over Zoom. I promise, they will be engaging and interactive! Between the activities, thought provoking questions, chat, and open Q&A – you won’t want have time to be distracted. Plus, we won’t use breakout rooms and being on camera is optional!
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No problem! All calls will be recorded and posted in our private community space. You'll also be able to ask me questions in the community space, so you will feel supported even if you miss a session or just want to watch it again..
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The three group coaching calls are designed for two things: 1) Ask questions about anything we’re covering in the program. 2) Give you focused coaching on the specific challenges you’re facing related to the program content. You’ll share your challenge, I’ll ask questions and coach you, and you’ll get ideas from other participants. You can also simply listen on the calls and hear what other people are getting coaching on - it’s likely you are facing some of the same challenges and can learn from their situation!
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Yes! I often facilitate leadership development programs for organizations. Send me an email at heather@whelpleyconsulting.com and we can set up a call to talk further.
