For many of us, the work we do and the leadership roles we play, are more than just a job. We want to be the best organisational leaders we can be, but we are committed, more broadly, to using our professional competencies to help make the world better in some way. We are living through a period when the institutions that have supported a healthy economy and society, and the thinking that formed them, appear to be unravelling around us. What does this ask of us as leaders? Our organisations are not operating in a vacuum, but in complex and unpredictable contexts. Do we continue doing what we've always done, or do these times ask us to lead differently? I believe the answer is 'yes', we need to lead differently.

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This Program brings together two dimensions of effective leadership in these times. The first is good leadership within our organisations. The second is about understanding the leadership implications of the rapidly evolving social and economic environment within which we are working and living, and what it asks of us as people of influence. The SPL Program will therefore invite you to explore not only what you need to do to improve your leadership effectiveness, but to ask the deeper question, "Who do you choose to be?". Together, these dimensions help us understand the conditions that ensure organisational health and success, and inspire confidence in ourselves and our leadership integrity.​​

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Col brings a rare, generous facilitation style that is unhurried, powerful, and the complete antithesis of a frantic working day. Through gentle prompts and deliberate space, he steered our cohort across both expansive universal themes and granular challenges, never rushing yet covering immense ground. For me, the lasting impact has been a profound renewal of how I lead - reconnecting to deep listening and genuine curiosity over immediate solutions. In navigating complex global realities too vast to face alone, Col has built an enduring community of practice, leaving me firmly at the beginning of a vital exploration alongside a brilliant new network. And I am so grateful.

Charlotte Webb, GM- Fundraising & Growth, Leukaemia Foundation

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​This program has been one of the most challenging and most rewarding professional development experiences I have participated in. I have been asked to reflect, to slow down, think, to re-commit to purpose and try different paths. It has started a fascinating conversation about leadership and influence and the importance of curiosity.

Martin Gill, Former CEO Borough of Queensliff

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There are more comments from past participants here.

  

Program details

• Group size of 8

• Books (x3): Patrick Lencioni's The Advantage, Frederic Laloux's Reinventing Organizations, and Margaret Wheatley's Who Do We Choose to Be? 

• ​Dates listed are for 2027.​ 

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All sessions will be hosted at The Pines (Barwon Heads)​

• Cost: $7000 (ex GST) all inclusive (sessions, catering, accommodation, books and materials).

  • $1000 deposit to secure your spot

  • Balance due 1st Feb 2027

  • A subsidised spot is available for leaders who don't have an organisation to support their participation. If you are interested, please reach out.

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