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Leadership Redesigned + Inclusion Partners

Male Leadership Accelerator

taking men from disconnection to connection.

“Too many people are afraid to show real vulnerability, to let their guard down and be honest about their fears or struggles. But connection and trust are built when leaders show that they’re human too. It’s not a weakness to care, to be open, and to acknowledge what we don’t know—it’s a strength that inspires others to grow.”
— Sir Richard Branson

Men and Emotions: Breaking the myths for greater connection

In my work, I’ve encountered common myths about men and their emotions—such as the belief that men are naturally unemotional, that vulnerability makes them weak, or that anger is the only ‘acceptable’ emotion. These stereotypes, reinforced by societal norms, often lead men to suppress their feelings, creating barriers to their well-being and relational growtH. Research by Dr. Judy Chu (When Boys Become Boys: Development, Relationships, and Masculinity) shows that boys as young as 6 or 7 begin learning to hide their emotions to conform to societal and/or familial or cultural expectations of masculinity which often continues in the workplace. Richard V. Reeves (Of Boys and Men) highlights how cultural beliefs perpetuate the idea that emotional expression is a sign of weakness, embedding these patterns over time.

Yet conversations with men reveal huge amounts of suppressed grief and deep feelings of loss, rejection, abandonment —particularly after relationship breakdowns, or bereavements— that remain unprocessed. Many have expressed the pressure they feel '“to be successful” and live up to their potential or are holding regret for not knowing "how" to support friends struggling with mental health challenges, sometimes with tragic outcomes like suicide. They often describe putting on a ‘brave face’ while feeling wretched inside, with their emotional suppression manifesting as moody or temperamental behaviour, impacting their teams and productivity which only increases the pressure they feel.

This disconnection makes it difficult for men to fully empathise with others, including the pain women and other marginalised groups experience around issues like violence, inequality, and abuse. However, transformation is possible.

When men are supported to connect with their own emotions, they unlock the capacity for greater empathy and relational leadership. This not only enhances their ability to support others but also fosters meaningful progress toward gender equality in the workplace and beyond.

That’s why the 90-Day Male Leadership Accelerator, designed specifically for mid-level male leaders, offers a safe coaching environment where men can:

  • Let go of feeling weak or like a failure when they feel vulnerable or unsure.

  • Share their real emotions and stop hiding feelings of loneliness, anxiety, or depression.

  • Create deep connections and support with like-minded leaders and change-makers.

  • Model a future-fit approach to leadership that inspires and influences their team.

  • Embody humility and curiosity rather than anger, aggression, or control.

What the programme includes :-

A trusted space to tap into the collective wisdom of the group, break out of fixed patterns of thinking, and access practical tools, strategies, and exercises for personal growth.

  • A 45-minute 1:1 orientation call with Lisa or Daniel to set personal intentions and objectives.

  • 10 hours of transformational group coaching* delivered over five sessions with Lisa and Daniel, designed to accelerate growth and learning.

  • A 75-minute follow-up coaching session with Lisa or Daniel to support individual application, embedding, and learning.

By participating in this programme, men will learn how to:

  • Build confidence around holding space for others—a critical leadership skill.

  • Expand their capacity for growth, through witnessing others’ breakthroughs.

  • Encourage a playful and supportive team spirit during any change or challenging process.

  • Spark inspiration and foster collaboration through shared accountability and real-time practice.

  • Identify unspoken, hidden barriers holding back their teams expanding inclusion.

*Whether delivered online, in person, or in a hybrid format, group coaching harnesses the creative and energetic power of the collective. This proven approach activates, energizes, and expands possibilities, delivering results shown to be 6–10x more impactful than traditional methods.

“There is no shame in recognizing that we need support, and there is no shame in admitting that we are not perfect. By connecting to ourselves, by being open about our struggles, we give others permission to do the same—and that’s when real leadership begins.”
— Prince William

What organisations can expect to get from the programme

Each programme is unique, shaped by the group’s needs and intentions, but common outcomes include:

A Healthier, More Conscious, Present & Connected Style of Leadership
A coaching focus on self-awareness, self-reflection, connection and presence will help male leaders shift from the need to constantly prove themselves as perfect or "bullet-proof" to modelling an authentic, honest leadership style others will want to replicate - and feel they have permission to do so.

Increased and Sustained Energy
A coaching focus on building capacity to take daily action to improve gender relations and exceed KPIs/OKRs will occur when male leaders shift from feelings of overwhelm and burnout to feeling expansive, energised and resourced.

Expanded Vision & Purpose
A coaching focus on clearer alignment with heartfelt connection to something greater will help male leaders move themselves and their teams from feeling disconnected or disenfranchised to being anchored in the highest values and instincts.

Why men - especially in leadership - need this programme

  • Mental Health Crisis: Depression affects over 5% of the global population, with men less likely to seek help, contributing to a hidden rise in cases. Men aged 45-49 years were found to have the highest suicide rate (25.3 per 100,000) and are three times more likely to die by suicide, making up 75% of all suicide deaths.

  • Gender Relations & Inclusion: Women are typically still doing most of the heavy lifting around mental and emotional wellbeing in the workplace, which alongside them also typically carrying the burden of caregiving in the home is affecting their capacity to rise. Poor gender relations, unequal expectations and low emotional intelligence amongst managers and leaders (many of whom are men) cost companies billions, hindering innovation, creativity, and productivity. It all contributes to high turnover rates / loss of women in leadership roles, damaged reputations, and poor team dynamics.

  • Violence Against Women & Girls: Male socialisation often discourages emotional expression, which is crucial for managing stress, anxiety, and depressive thoughts. Suppression leads to unhealthy coping mechanisms like substance use or aggression and builds on the inbuilt belief that boys are better than girls, men are better than women. A 2023 Catalyst study found that while 86% of men expressed a commitment to addressing sexism, only 31% felt confident doing so but when male leaders feel more empowered and emotionally connected, their confidence to act as allies will increase.

How to enroll

This programme is available in-house for groups of 6-15 men over a period of 90 days but can also be delivered in a shorter, more intense workshop format. Let’s discuss you or your organisations needs.

Who is leading the programme?

This is a collaborative programme combining my tried and tested transformational coaching model and executive coaching experience with long time associate Daniel Stane who brings a wealth of experience working with mid and senior level male leaders.

“Literally life changing. Lisa gave me tools and helped me find ways to deal with some major issues, which in turn has improved my personal and professional life.”
— M.B Senior Leader in the Property Industry
“Daniel is brilliant at listening from the heart to others’ needs and then identifying actions and strategies to move forwards. ”

More data-based evidence.

Important Note:


This group programme is not designed for men currently experiencing severe mental health challenges or suicidal thoughts.

Please reach out to Campaign Against Men Living Miserably (CALM). WhatsApp or LiveChat between 5pm and midnight every day or call their suicide prevention helpline on 0800 58 58 58 for support.

Call the Samaritans on 116 123.

If you don’t feel safe to wait, please call emergency services on 999 or 111 and ask for the crisis team.

“This was very useful and I believe absolute paramount for someone like me who works in such a complex, stressful and high pace environment. Space for reflections, guidance and feedback should be an essential part of our job. It helps me also to gain perspective, get new tools to help me solve problems, and to create a culture that thrives. ”