Identity-Led Leadership: leading through uncertainty
Louise Southam
With over 15 years of experience building and developing a successful management career within the IT recruitment sector, Louise transitioned her career towards the world of people development and found alignment with her values and life's purpose. Each day, she lives out her values through her work, fueled by an unwavering passion to make a positive impact on those she serves. Grounded in gratitude, curiosity, and kindness, she thrives on empowering others to unlock their potential and discover their own greatness. Here's to embracing the unknown, venturing beyond comfort zones, and experiencing the magic that unfolds as a result.
- Recording: No
- Language: English
- Duration: 45 min / 15 min
Session Summary
In times of uncertainty, identity drives leadership far more than strategy. This session explores how uncertainty amplifies reactive leadership patterns and offers a path to move from unconscious survival responses into conscious, intentional leadership. Attendees will reflect on their leadership identity, recalibrate their presence under pressure, and develop steadiness in complex environments.
Interaction
During the expert session, Louise Southam engages the audience through methods like Q&A sessions, live demonstrations, and interactive exercises using the Mentimeter app.
Key Learnings
- Recognise the hidden impact of uncertainty on leadership identity and behaviour.
- Identify personal reactive patterns, such as over-control or over-performance, that emerge under pressure.
- Apply a framework to recalibrate leadership toward conscious presence, steadiness, and influence in uncertain conditions.
Detailed session description
In times of uncertainty, identity drives leadership far more than strategy. This session explores how uncertainty amplifies reactive leadership patterns and offers a path to move from unconscious survival responses into conscious, intentional leadership. Attendees will reflect on their leadership identity, recalibrate their presence under pressure, and develop steadiness in complex environments.
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