Women’s Leadership Programs

From a single workshop to a 12-month mastermind - a suite of programs designed to make your women leaders high-performing, confident and aspirational to those who watch on

Exploring for your organisation?

Exploring for yourself?

When women leaders are supported properly — with the right coaching, the right peer group, and the right tools not only do they perform better..

They become the kind of leaders others point to and say

"I want to do that one day."

They stay. They grow. They make leadership look worth pursuing.

And if you're a woman leader reading this — you already know there's another level available. You don't need more pressure or more proving. You need the right environment to lead at your best, make your mark — and inspire others to do the same.

That's what this suite is built for.

The Women’s Leadership Suite

Three ways to work together — choose the entry point that fits where you are right now, or where your organisation wants to start.

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A 2.5 hour group workshop powered by The Why of You by PRINT® designed to help women leaders stepping into higher stakes roles understand what levers to pull to lead at their best, so they back themselves to be themselves and build a high-performance culture others aspire to lead one day

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A 6-12 month group coaching and peer leadership program for senior women leaders ready to step into bigger responsibility — without burning out, second-guessing themselves or doing it alone. Sponsored by organisations who want to retain and accelerate their best people.

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Bespoke 1:1 coaching for women leaders your organisation wants to develop, retain or accelerate — or for the leader ready to invest in herself. We uncover the blind spots, unlock the potential to make high performance inevitable and impact impossible to miss.

Trusted by leaders across industries and global brands for >20 years…

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“I have been working with Laura over the past 12 months as I navigate the next steps in my career. Laura has been fantastic to work with and is flexible and generous with her time. One thing I have really enjoyed about working with Laura is her ability to listen, and I mean really listen to actually hear what I am saying. She is also fantastic and working through solutions with me. If you are looking for a coach to work with on moving through different stages of your career, I would thoroughly recommend Laura!''

Alyssia T, General Manager

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''I recommend Laura for her personable and authentic approach which helps individuals recognise their patterns and develop more conscious behaviors and deliberate actions. She creates a safe space for reflection and helps you to apply your insights to take meaningful steps forward in your career. Thank you, Laura!''

Amy G, Manager Strategy

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“I have had the pleasure of working with Laura Thain, and I cannot recommend her enough for anyone seeking transformational growth in their personal and professional life. Laura is an exceptional executive coach who combines deep insight with practical strategies. Her ability to ask thought-provoking questions, actively listen, and tailor her approach to individual needs sets her apart. What truly stands out about Laura is her authenticity and dedication. She creates a safe, judgment-free space that fosters trust and encourages growth. Her guidance is not just theoretical—it's actionable.”

Mark L, GM Finance

Hi, I’m Laura Thain…

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At my core I’m motivated to help others love what they do for work, by helping them to do it well. No holding back from fears, proving or performing, just authentic, contagious confidence, impact and lasting fulfilment - that makes high performance inevitable.

🟦Executive Coach & Facilitator
🟦ICF Certified Coach
🟦PRINT Certified Coach
🟦Host of The Contagious Leader Podcast
🟦20 years consulting with leaders and organisations globally
🟦An optimist but a realist
🟦Light-hearted and grounded in approach
🟦Consistently rated for expert listening and fostering trust & comfort, fast

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