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Leadership Scenario: 
Stepping into Leadership with Confidence

Guest Speaker

Meet Helen

Disclaimer: This is a purely fictional scenario, created for illustrative purposes only. It does not reflect or reference any real individuals, situations, or clients. Any resemblance to actual events or people is entirely coincidental.

When Helen was promoted to a senior leadership role in a global organisation, she found herself juggling competing pressures. With over 100 people reporting to her and decisions that affected teams across multiple regions, she was just one step away from the global executive board. While she was proud of her promotion, the reality of the challenges ahead quickly set in.


Helen knew she needed to hit the ground running. She wanted to make quick, confident decisions, inspire her team, and hold her own in a predominantly male environment. But finding her voice at this level wasn’t easy, and she worried about whether she could handle the increased scrutiny and expectations.


Over eight weeks, Helen and I worked together to refine her leadership style. We explored what made her feel unsure and built strategies to help her step into her role with confidence. She practiced frameworks for making decisions under pressure and developed ways to communicate with authority while staying true to herself.
One breakthrough came when Helen realised she was holding back in meetings, often second-guessing herself. With targeted exercises, she learned to speak up clearly and with conviction, even in challenging discussions. By the end of the programme, she felt equipped not just to manage her team but to lead with purpose and authenticity.


Now, Helen approaches her role with a sense of clarity and balance, confident in her ability to handle the demands of leadership.


If you’re facing a similar challenge, this programme could help you thrive at the next level. Let’s talk about how it could work for you.

“Cécile has a knack for unlocking what is inside you to give yourself permission to listen to your gut instinct and rise above the background noise to achieve what your soul is screaming out for.”

Sue 

University of Oxford

“I feel energised and refreshed with a clear vision to work towards.
The whole process and experience has been brilliant and I would 100% recommend Cécile.”

- Katie Marlow

​Independent Consultant

"Our conversations left me feeling like I had gleaned some genuine insights into both my general approach to things and my current stage of life."

- Niko Pfund

OUP USA, President

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