The Transformative Power of Storytelling in Leadership A team was stuck. Every meeting felt like trying to roll a piano uphill—lots of noise, no movement. The leader had already tried the usual stuff: strategy decks, logic-based arguments, even an inspirational quote or two borrowed from LinkedIn. Still, it was like talking into a void. [...]
We recently delivered our Life Languages Communication Breakthrough Program to multiple teams at Olvera Advisors in Sydney. Their experience was a clear reminder: when teams understand and appreciate each other’s communication styles, they don’t just function better—they thrive. But without that awareness and shared language, communication diversity can lead to tension. Here’s how: We [...]
Imagine ending each day with clarity—a clear understanding of your achievements, areas of improvement, and actionable insights for tomorrow. What would that clarity do for your life, your career, and your personal fulfilment? In my 15 years of executive coaching and over 15,000 hours spent guiding professionals, I've seen repeatedly how clarity isn't just [...]
Our Co-founder and lead facilitator, Scott Epp, has a deep passion for helping teams uncover their core values and live them out meaningfully at work and beyond. Scott’s journey with values-based coaching started back in 2010 when he wrote his thesis on 'Core Values' during his 2-year Certified Professional Coach Program with International Coach [...]
What are the biggest barriers to building rapport in your workplace? 🤔 Creating rapport isn't just about being friendly; it's about establishing genuine trust, authentic connections, and meaningful communication. Yet, many teams struggle with this essential aspect of workplace dynamics. In the video below, I asked this very question to a group of leaders [...]
Growth is exciting—but it also comes with challenges, especially when your team is scattered across different locations. As companies expand, maintaining strong communication, team alignment, and leadership development becomes even more crucial. At Breakthrough Corporate Training, we’ve worked with growing businesses that have teams spread across multiple cities and even countries. One common concern [...]
We’ve all heard about the importance of inclusion and diversity. It’s a major focus for many companies, often tied to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals. But here’s the thing—not enough people talk about how it’s not just about doing the right thing; it’s also good for business. When organisations invest in diverse leadership—particularly [...]
This month I am running cohorts through our Proficient Speaker and Emcee Course, and early on I always ask the participants: What their main intention is for this training? The responses are usually about: ✅ Building confidence for presentations ✅ Speaking more naturally ✅ Telling stories effectively And guess what? The #1 response I [...]
What really makes a team thrive? Beyond skills and expertise, it’s often about how we connect and communicate. Last week, I had the privilege of leading a Life Languages Communication Breakthrough Workshop with the talented team at Interface Landscapes. The stunning backdrop of the RACV Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast set the [...]
As we approach the end of the year, there’s no better time to reflect on the skills we’d like to develop and the goals we set for the year ahead. We recently wrapped up another inspiring cohort of the Proficient Speaker Course with Arup, marking a rewarding journey in helping professionals elevate their presentation [...]
