
Pause to presence
Empowering purpose-driven leaders from the inside out
Leadership development designed for the For-purpose leader
Purpose driven leaders' face unique challenges including resource constraints, pressures to balance mission and sustainability, complex stakeholder relationships and macro vulnerabilities.
This can increase leader burnout, turbocharge turnover rates and place greater pressure on building relationships of trust
For this reason, we have created Pause to Presence, a modified version of our landmark leadership development program specifically for those purposeful leaders and their teams.
Are you looking to support your leaders to:
Reclaim focus and concentration
Gain decision-making clarity
Develop executive presence
Enhance empathy and compassion
Maintain wellbeing and health
Boost self-awareness and metacognition
Increase leadership trust
Ensure a positive impact on others
How it works
What outcomes can clients expect?
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We show leaders how to reclaim their concentration and focus attention, and show up with healthy leadership presence
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We teach leaders skills to enhance their self-awareness, meet their experience with self-compassion and use their meta-cognition gain insight into their thinking and impact
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We show leaders how to gain purpose and values clarity and to lead with empathy and compassion to build trusting relationships
We build leaders from the inside out by developing leader:
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Pauseful clients report seeing a dramatic increase in leadership performance after completion of the program
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Leaders report a dramatic reduction in stress, anxiety and burnout after completion of the program
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Leaders report a marked increase in mental clarity, calm and confidence in organisational decision-making.
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Leaders report a marked increase in their ability to focus and concentrate on the activities that really matter to organisational success
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Leaders and their followers report a dramatic increase in empathic communication and listening skills
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Organisations report higher levels of employee engagement and trust in teams where leaders have completed the program
Just some of our satisfied customers…
Packages and pricing
Pause to Presence Intro workshop
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This 3 hour workshop explores the foundations in an accessible and experiential environment. It can be delivered either in-person or online.
By the completion of the workshop, participants will:
Understand, explore and apply what mindfulness is and how it works
Understand, explore and apply the science of leadership
Understand The Mindful Leader model
Know and apply skills to build mindful leadership practices
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from $3000+gst per workshop
Additional travel costs may be incurred for In-person delivery
Foundations workshop series
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This workshop series includes 3 group workshops of 3 hours duration that can be delivered in-person or online. These workshops enable participants to master the basic principles, learn advanced techniques applied to your workplace and understand how to embed positive workplace cultures of mindful work.
The Foundations Workshop Series includes:
Mindful Leader Foundations
Mindful Leader Applied
Mindful Leader organisational
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from $10,000+gst
Additional costs may be incurred for travel costs for in-person delivery
Uplift
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This program is for organisations looking to uplift the capacity of a leadership team. It includes both the Foundations and Applied group-based 3-hour workshops, plus 3 individual 1:1 sessions with each participant to support technique mastery and embed skills into their work.
Workshops can be delivered online or in-person, follow-up 1:1 sessions are delivered online.
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Pricing is dependant on participant numbers.
From $13k+gst for 5 participants
In-person workshop delivery may incur additional travel costs
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This program provides a tailored 1:1 supportive coaching environment that enables leaders to master applied mindful techniques specific to your experience, goals and context. The program includes 8 individual sessions, across a 2 ½ month timeframe.
The program is delivered online
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$3600+gst per person
Transform for individuals
Transform for organisations
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This program provides the Foundation series of workshops, plus the Transform for Individuals package to transform your organisation.
The program can be tailored to meet your organisational goals, context and culture.
The program is delivered online
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Contact us for pricing
Mindful leadership: frequently asked questions
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Absolutely! There are a plethora of academic research proving the specific positive benefits of mindful leadership. A good place to start is: Zhou, Y., Wang, C. and Sin, H.P., 2023. Being “there and aware”: a meta-analysis of the literature on leader mindfulness. European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology, 32(3), pp.299-316.
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Mindful leadership has risen to be a vital leadership approach as leaders are confronted with increasingly complex environments, are expected to be always on, and are overloaded with information and distraction. In addition, to lead effectively, leaders need to develop self-awareness, empathy and compassion, manage their own wellbeing and support the wellbeing of others in the workplace.
These modern leadership pressures require the intentional development of purpose, focus, awareness, compassion and impact that mindful leadership offers.
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Mindful leadership has proven itself to be a powerful tool. Mindful leadership has demonstrated a diverse range of benefits for leaders including enhanced leadership flexibility, significantly improved wellbeing, increased objective thinking, strengthened management competence, improved work relationship quality, and empowered the use of differing leadership styles.
Furthermore, leader mindfulness has been shown to enhance a follower’s job performance and wellbeing, even if the follower does not practice mindfulness themself!
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Mindful leadership is the commitment to the fundamentals of leadership excellence by the purposeful development of focus, awareness, compassion and authenticity.
These skills are developed through the use of various mindfulness techniques, mindfulness meditation, reflective practice and mindful activities embedded into a working day.
Becoming a mindful leader is a combination of intention, attention and dedicated training.
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pauseful provides group-based and 1:1 mindful leadership development tailored to your workplace. The pauseful Mindful Leader program is comprised of group-based experiential workshops and 1:1 mindfulness coaching to ensure that leaders understand and embed mindfulness skills into their leadership practice.
Our mindfulness-based leadership development supports organisations to develop highly skilled, compassionate, confident leaders that manage their own wellbeing and support others to do the same, leading to increase workplace performance, high-functioning teams and leader retention.
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Mindful leadership is crucial in today's business world as it helps leaders navigate complex situations, manage stress, and maintain a positive work environment. This leadership style leads to improved decision-making, better team dynamics, and increased employee wellbeing.
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Our program offers a combination of group-based workshops and individual coaching sessions, tailored to align with your organisation's goals and culture. This blend ensures a comprehensive understanding and application of mindfulness in leadership.
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Absolutely. We offer continuous coaching support to ensure that leaders effectively apply mindfulness skills in their work, maximising their wellbeing and leadership performance.
Why choose mindful leadership for your organisation?
Mindful leadership is no longer a luxury but a necessity in the modern business landscape. This approach benefits not just individual leaders but the entire organisation. Leaders equipped with mindfulness skills demonstrate enhanced performance, improved team dynamics, and heightened employee wellbeing. Our programs, embraced by top-tier companies like Google and Apple, have proven effective in fostering high-functioning teams and cultivating a positive organisational culture.
The Essence of Our Mindful Leadership Program
Our mindful leadership program is not a one-size-fits-all solution. We customise each program to align with your organisation's unique culture and objectives. Through group workshops and one-on-one coaching, we ensure that mindfulness practices are deeply integrated into your leadership strategies. Our approach enhances focus, awareness, empathy, and creativity, vital traits for effective leadership.
The Impact of Mindfulness in Leadership Development
Implementing mindfulness in leadership development leads to tangible benefits. Leaders develop a greater capacity to manage stress, make informed decisions, and foster a supportive work environment. This not only elevates their performance but also positively impacts their teams, resulting in improved job satisfaction and productivity.
What Makes Our Mindful Leadership Course Stand Out?
Our course is distinctive in its flexibility and individualised focus. We blend experiential workshops with personal coaching, ensuring that every leader receives the support they need to integrate mindfulness into their daily routine. This personalised approach guarantees that our program resonates with each participant, leading to lasting change in both their professional and personal lives.
In an era where leadership challenges are ever-evolving, the need for mindful leadership has never been more critical. Pause Mindfulness is committed to partnering with your organisation to cultivate leaders who are not only effective but also compassionate and mindful. Join the ranks of leading companies that have transformed their leadership approach with our tailored programs. Contact us today to begin your journey toward mindful leadership excellence.