BRISBANE & SYDNEY LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS

High Performance Leadership Creating the Energy to Lead

Great leaders don’t just manage—they energise, inspire, and sustain high performance.

Join us for High Performance Leadership – Creating the Energy to Lead, a one-day immersive program in Sydney & Brisbane (August 2025), where you’ll unlock the mental, physical, and emotional energy needed to lead with impact, resilience, and confidence. 

IT'S TIME TO STOP PLAYING IT SAFE

Leadership is no longer just about strategy, decision-making, or expertise—it’s about energy. The ability to inspire, sustain momentum, and perform under pressure is what separates good leaders from exceptional ones. Yet, many leaders today are exhausted, constantly firefighting, and struggling to maintain high performance in a demanding world.

At The Change Room, we believe that energy is the key to high-performance leadership. When leaders have the right energy—mentally, physically, and emotionally—they create workplaces that thrive. They inspire teams, drive results, and navigate challenges with confidence and clarity.

 

This program is about mastering the energy to lead, thrive, and create lasting success.

5/5
"Being given loads of tools and strategies that don’t cost anything, take little time and that can make you a better leader, your team a better team and contribute to organisational performance is a win / win / win. Everybody should go through this workshop; it’s amazing.”
Lisa
QBE

Unlock the Formula for Building High-Performance Teams

Through an engageing and interactive 1 day workshop and supported by 6 weekly online workshops, guided by some of the most recognised and respected names in elite sport and business, you’ll gain the tools to lead with energy and create lasting success.

What You’ll Learn

Don’t miss the chance to learn from elite coaches, leadership experts, and high-performance mentors.

World Class Workshop Presenters

From championship-winning coaches and athletes like Anthony Minichiello and Matt Elliott to leadership experts like Susan Pearse and Rowdy McLean, our mentors bring real-world experience from high-stakes environments where performance matters and losses are public.

They’ve faced setbacks, achieved extraordinary success, and turned their lessons into practical, actionable strategies proven to build winning teams.

Susan Pearse

Master Leadership Mentor, Keynote speaker and 4 x best selling author

Matt Elliott

Culture and Leadership Coach Former NRL Coach and Super League Coach of the Year

Richard Skarzynski

CEO and Business Growth Expert

Libby Pallot

Principal Lawyer & Strategic People Leader

Richard Turner

Entrepreneur, Innovator & Growth Strategist

Lauren Hall

Founder & CEO, iVvy

Andrew Suffern

Partner, Twomey Dispute Lawyers

Bill Gremos

Entrepreneur and Business Innovator

What you will learn

A Personalised Leadership Energy Framework

Develop a tailored strategy to manage and sustain your mental, physical, and emotional energy for peak performance.

Techniques to Recharge and Prevent Burnout

Learn science-backed methods to renew your energy, enhance focus, and maintain resilience under pressure.

High-Performance Mindset & Decision-Making

Cultivate clarity and composure in high-stakes situations to make confident, strategic decisions.

Resilience & Stress Management Tools

Gain practical techniques to navigate challenges, recover quickly, and sustain long-term leadership effectiveness.

Building a Culture of Engagement & Performance

Create an energised, motivated team that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

Sustaining Leadership Energy Beyond the Program

Access ongoing tools and support to implement high-performance habits and lead with impact every day.

5/5
"What I learned was that it isn’t just about the tools but about knowing how to use them practically, with guidance so that I’m able to put the theory into practise. We started on day one looking after me, then on day two we worked on how to translate that to my team and that’s been just magic.”
Carl
NSW Health

Some of our clients

Workshop Schedule

Presented By

Matt Elliott

Susan Pearse

Rowdy McLean

Anthony Minichiello

A One-Day Leadership Experience + Exclusive Roundtable Dinner

Leadership today isn’t just about strategy—it’s about energy. The ability to inspire, perform under pressure, and sustain momentum is what sets high-impact leaders apart. This one-day immersive leadership program, running in Sydney & Brisbane in August 2025, will equip you with the mental, physical, and emotional energy strategies used by elite performers in sports, corporate, and government sectors.

The day starts at 10am and concludes at 8pm with dinner and an exclusive book launch event that will inspire, enable you to reconnect and win the second half of your life.

Program Overview

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Arrival & Networking

  • Grab a coffee, connect with leaders, and set your mindset for peak performance.

  • Optional: High-Performance Mindset Visualization session to start the day strong.

 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM | Welcome & Introduction 

  • Kickstart the day with key insights into high-performance leadership and energy management.

10:15 AM – 12:00 PM | The Pathway to Inspiring Leadership 

  • Uncover the core qualities of inspiring leaders and how to ignite passion and motivation.

  • Practical Exercise: Craft your personal leadership vision statement.

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch & Optional High-Performance Nutrition Session

  • Learn how to fuel your body and brain for sustained leadership energy.

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Creating The Energy to Lead 

  • Master energy cycles and techniques to recharge, prevent burnout, and sustain peak performance.

  • Practical Exercise: Identify personal energy drains and build a renewal plan.

3:30 PM – 4:15 PM | Afternoon Tea & Networking

4:15 PM – 5:30 PM | Performance Under Pressure & Resilience 

  • Learn how to stay composed, think clearly, and lead effectively under stress.

  • Practical Exercise: Develop a personal resilience strategy for high-pressure situations.

 

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Exclusive Book Launch Evening Session 

Winning the Second Half – by Susan Pearse and Matt Elliott

  • Book Launch & Panel Discussion – Matt Elliott and Susan Pearse will share the key principles from Winning the Second Half, equipping you with the practices to enhance leadership, energy, and performance in the next phase of life.
  • Networking for Growth & Insight– Engage in thought-provoking discussions on leadership, wellbeing, and high-performance strategies with like-minded professionals.
  • Health & Performance Testing – Understand your current health profile with expert-led assessments that provide valuable insights into optimising your personal and professional vitality.
  • Exclusive Presentation from Australia’s Leading Functional Medicine Doctor – Gain science-backed insights into longevity, resilience, and the crucial role of health in sustainable leadership.
  • Farm-to-Table Dining – Enjoy an exquisite selection of food sourced from local regenerative farmers, who will be present to share their practices and the impact of sustainable nutrition on performance and wellbeing.
  • Panel discussion with elite mentors sharing real-world leadership insights.

Learning Outcomes

Presented By

Matt Elliott

Rowdy McLean

Sustaining High-Performance Leadership 6-Week Online Follow-Up

After the High Performance Leadership – Creating the Energy to Lead program, participants will receive six weekly online workshops designed to reinforce key concepts and provide ongoing leadership support.

Each session will offer practical strategies, expert insights, and actionable exercises to help leaders sustain energy, resilience, and impact long after the event.

🔹 Week 1: Vitality – The Foundation of High-Performance Leadership
Learn how to optimise your energy through self-care, nutrition, movement, and sleep, ensuring sustained leadership effectiveness.

🔹 Week 2: Adaptability – Resilience & Thriving in Change
Develop resilience strategies to navigate uncertainty, manage stress, and lead teams effectively through change.

🔹 Week 3: Clarity – Focus, Decision-Making & AI Disruption
Enhance mental clarity and emotional intelligence to make confident decisions and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving workplace.

🔹 Week 4: Integration – People, Technology & Performance
Discover how to balance human connection with technological efficiency, creating high-performing teams in hybrid and digital work environments.

🔹 Week 5: Sustainability – Long-Term Well-Being & Leadership Success
Embed sustainable leadership habits to maintain performance while fostering well-being and work-life balance.

🔹 Week 6: The Future of High-Performance Leadership
Reflect on key learnings, track progress, and develop a personalised action plan for continued leadership growth and success.

Reserve Your Spot

Sydney

Commbank Stadium

This Program brings together elite coaches, leadership experts, and high-performance mentors to equip you with the strategy, mindset, and techniques used by top-performing teams in sports, corporate, and government sectors.

Brisbane

Suncorp Stadium

This Program brings together elite coaches, leadership experts, and high-performance mentors to equip you with the strategy, mindset, and techniques used by top-performing teams in sports, corporate, and government sectors.

Ready to build a high-performance team?

Sign up for The Change Room’s Leadership Workshop today and gain the tools and insights you need to lead with impact.