Building Unstoppable Teams Through Communication & Self-Leadership
Professional Development Programs
Build communication confidence across your organisation with interactive workshops designed for emerging professionals and team members ready to contribute more effectively. These programs focus on practical skills that help individuals speak up, participate actively, and communicate with greater clarity and confidence.
Meet Your Facilitator
Steffi August
Transformational Self-Leadership & Communications Coach
Steffi brings a unique combination of warmth, energy, and genuine care to every workshop. Her passion lies in helping individuals discover their voice and build the confidence to share it authentically in any setting.
"Steffi has an amazing way of bringing the best out of every person in her classes. If you were shy or introverted when you first started, if you stick with the whole program the transformations are incredible." - Rik Tauroa
What Makes Steffi Different:
Natural Connector: Creates safe, supportive environments where even the quietest team members feel comfortable participating
Engaging Style: High-energy, down-to-earth approach that makes learning enjoyable and memorable
Personal Experience: Understands first hand the journey from self-doubt to confident communication
Practical Focus: Delivers tools and techniques that participants can immediately apply in their daily work
Corporate Workshop Solutions
CONNECT Code Principles
Build Self-Awareness & Communication Skills
Help team members develop greater self-awareness and more intentional communication habits. This program introduces seven core principles that support personal growth, better workplace relationships, and more confident self-expression.
Integrated with the Success Self-Leadership Profile.
Ideal For: New employees, emerging professionals, team members seeking personal development
Team Benefits: Improved self-awareness, stronger interpersonal skills, increased engagement
Format: 2-half day or one full day workshop
4MAT2Success™ Framework
Improve Communication Effectiveness
Learn to communicate more effectively by understanding different communication preferences. Participants discover how to adapt their communication style for better understanding and connection, whether in team meetings, presentations, or one-on-one conversations.
This introduces the four different learning styles, developed by Dr. Bernice McCarthy in the 1970s.
Integrated with the Success Self-Leadership Profile.
Ideal For: Team members, supervisors, anyone wanting to communicate more effectively
Team Benefits: Clearer communication, reduced misunderstandings, improved collaboration.
Present a 20-minute speech without notes
Format: 2-half days or one full day
Speak Up with Confidence
Transform Quiet Contributors into Confident Voices
Turn your organisation's untapped talent into active contributors. This program helps reserved team members find their voice, participate meaningfully in meetings, and share valuable insights that drive innovation.
Integrated with the Success Self-Leadership Profile.
Ideal For: Emerging leaders, diverse teams, technical professionals transitioning to leadership
Team Benefits: Increased meeting effectiveness, enhanced innovation, improved psychological safety
Format: 6-week interactive program (2 hours weekly)
Personal Development and Growth Mindset
Rewrite Your Story
The Hidden Barrier Holding Your Team Back
Your technically skilled employees have the expertise to excel, but limiting beliefs are keeping them from reaching their potential. When team members think "I'm not leadership material" or "My ideas aren't worth sharing," your business loses valuable contributions and innovation.
The Cost of Limiting Beliefs in the Workplace:
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High-potential employees who don't pursue advancement opportunities
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Teams that lack diverse perspectives because members don't believe their input matters
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Missed innovations because people think their ideas "aren't good enough"
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Decreased engagement occurs when employees feel stuck in their current roles
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Professional development initiatives
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Team members facing role transitions or promotions
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Confidence-building for high-potential employees
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Creating a more positive, growth-oriented workplace culture
Team Benefits:
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Increased Self-Confidence Team members develop genuine confidence in their abilities and contributions, leading to more active participation in meetings and projects.
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Better Resilience Employees learn to view challenges as growth opportunities rather than threats, bouncing back faster from setbacks and taking on stretch assignments.
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More Positive Workplace Attitudes A growth mindset spreads throughout your team, creating a more collaborative and innovative work environment.
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Enhanced Career Development Team members start pursuing advancement opportunities they previously thought were beyond their reach.
Program Structure:
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Interactive workshops focused on mindset transformation
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Success Self-Leadership Profile assessment and integration
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Practical exercises for identifying and changing limiting beliefs
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Tools for maintaining positive mindset changes long-term
Individual Coaching Services
Personal Development Coaching
6 or 12-Week Individual Programs
When Team Members Need Focused, Personal Support
Some of your most valuable employees need more than group workshops to reach their potential. Individual coaching provides the personalised attention and tailored approach that helps team members overcome specific challenges and accelerate their professional growth.
Perfect For:
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New Team Members Building Workplace Confidence:
Help recent hires integrate successfully and contribute meaningfully from day one, reducing the typical adjustment period and increasing early productivity.
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Employees Seeking to Improve Communication Skills:
Provide targeted support for team members who struggle with presentations, difficult conversations, or cross-departmental collaboration.
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Team Members Working on Personal Development Goals:
Support employees who are ready to take ownership of their growth but need guidance and accountability to achieve their objectives.
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Individuals Preparing for New Responsibilities:
Equip high-potential employees with the confidence and skills needed to succeed in leadership roles or expanded responsibilities.
Program Includes:
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Personal Assessment and Goal Setting:
Using the Success Self-Leadership Profile, we identify specific growth areas and create a customised development plan aligned with both personal aspirations and business needs.
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Regular Coaching Sessions Focused on Growth Areas:
Weekly or bi-weekly one-on-one sessions that provide personalised strategies, real-time feedback, and ongoing support for skill development.
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Practical Tools and Exercises for Skill Development:
Actionable techniques and exercises that participants can immediately apply in their work environment, ensuring continuous progress between sessions.
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Progress Tracking and Support:
Regular check-ins and measurements to ensure participants stay on track and achieve their development goals within the program time frame.
Why Teams Choose These Programs
Focus on Individual Growth
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Participants report increased confidence in workplace communication
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Team members feel more comfortable contributing to discussions
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Improved self-awareness and interpersonal skills
Flexible Delivery Options
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In-person workshops for hands-on learning
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Virtual programs for remote teams
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Small group format for personalised attention
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Customisable content to address specific team needs
Supportive Learning Environment
All programs provide:
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Safe space for practice and growth
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Interactive exercises and real-world application
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Peer learning and support
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Practical tools for ongoing development
Accessible Solutions
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Small team workshops for personalized attention
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Department-specific programs
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Individual coaching for targeted support
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Affordable options for growing businesses
Program Support
Pre-Program Discussion
I work with you to understand your team's needs and desired outcomes.
Ongoing Encouragement
Follow-up resources and check-ins to support continued growth and development.
Progress Tracking
Simple methods to see how participants are applying their new skills.
"Your ability to engage with such a bright and welcoming manner was particularly impressive. I have gained valuable knowledge and new perspectives that I am eager to apply in my work/life." - Sabrin Begum
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