HIGH PERFORMING LEADERS PROGRAM
Rare Inner Sanctum Access expires midnight Thursday
Because we believe so much in this program, we’ve released just a few additional seats for the Founding Cohort before we close off 2026.
And now it has just levelled up!
We’ve just secured inner sanctum access with Geelong United Basketball, Geelong Venom and Leisure Networks for two additional immersive days.
Rare Inner Sanctum Access. Just Added.
The High Performing Leaders Program powered by Leading Teams.
It just levelled up.
We’ve secured exclusive Inner Sanctum access with Geelong United Basketball, Geelong Venom and Leisure Networks – giving you a rare opportunity to step inside high-performance environments few get to experience first hand.
This is not a classroom-based leadership program. This is leadership in action – alongside high-performing leaders who operate where preparation, pressure and performance matter.
Gain behind-the-scenes insight into preparation routines and performance mindsets, observe decision-making in high-pressure environments, explore what true accountability culture looks like, and take part in a powerful team-based wheelchair basketball experience redefining inclusion, trust and collective responsibility.
Strengthen your team culture and performance from the inside out. Leading Teams’ proven high-performance culture model lands in Geelong – for businesses committed to sustained success.
For more than 25 years, Leading Teams has shaped the cultures and leadership capability of some of Australia’s most iconic sporting clubs and corporate organisations including the Brisbane Lions, TAC, Flight Centre, Hawthorn Football Club, Melbourne Storm, Qantas, NSW Government and TAFE networks.
Together, the Geelong Chamber of Commerce and Leading Teams are launching a local offering – giving Geelong businesses direct access to proven frameworks and processes
Why it Matters For Your Business
Even the most skilled teams can under-perform without alignment, trust and culture. Leading Teams transforms core dynamics across organisations by helping you:
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Clarify shared purpose, values and expectations.
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Build genuine communication, trust and accountability – especially under pressure.
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Embed behavioural standards and a shared language that supports sustained performance. Turn teams into unified high-performing units – not just groups of individuals.
If your business is facing growth, navigating change, or wants to upgrade performance – this program gives you the leadership and cultural foundation to succeed.
Testimonials
Proven in some of Australia’s highest-performing teams, this program delivers real outcomes - straight from the leaders who’ve experienced it.
Chris Fagan
Brisbane Lions
Patrick McConnachie
Ray White Ferntree Gully
Rob Weeden
Pan Pacific Hotels Group
Learning Outcomes
Through this program, leaders gain the clarity, capability and frameworks needed to lift performance, build stronger teams and drive meaningful, long-term impact in their organisation.
High Performance Leadership
Develop the mindset and behaviours required to lead high-performing teams with confidence.
Leadership Insights
Gain clarity on your leadership style and its impact on decisions and outcomes.
Cultural & Behavioural Influence
Learn to model, reward and challenge behaviours that strengthen culture and team performance.
Communication & Continuous Improvement
Use practical tools and genuine conversations to drive improvement and build self-managing teams.
Program Snapshot
- Perfect for
- Established managers, Business owners, Emerging leaders, Executives, Anyone ready to become the leader their people need in 2026
- Duration
- 6 Months – Six interactive full day sessions held over 6-8 months + Two inner sanctum sessions
- Delivery
- Face-to-Face
What Makes This Program Different?
This isn’t a workshop series. It’s not a seminar. It’s a leadership shift.
Over six immersive full-day sessions, leaders will step into a practical, challenging, and supportive environment where they will learn how to:
- Build a high-performing team and understand the dynamics that drive success
- Lead with confidence, purpose, self-awareness, and adaptability
- Shape team culture and influence behaviour
- Strengthen professional relationships built on trust and respect
- Navigate conflict, accountability and performance conversations
- Build their personal trademark and leadership identity
- Create lasting change in themselves and their organisation
This is learning you apply immediately – and keep applying for the rest of your career.
Why This Program Works
Built for real-world impact, this program develops stronger leaders, stronger culture and stronger results.
Leadership and Team Development
Understanding and practical tools required to be a high-performing leader
Designed for Individuals
Leaders looking to develop and sharpen their skills in a supportive yet challenging environment
Flexibility
Sessions tailored to address the specific needs of the participants.Applications reopen
If you were considering it before, this is your moment.
If this is new to you and you’re serious about high performance, don’t sit this one out.
Submit your EOI to apply for your chance to join.
Leadership looks different from the inner sanctum.
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