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Womens Leadership Development Program | 12-Month Course

Leadership, 
Powered by Women

Leadership that feels like you. 
Support that meets you where you are.

Next Cohort

September 2025

A 12-month group coaching and leadership development program for women. Designed for connection, depth, and sustainable growth —
with space for up to 30 participants per cohort.

You don’t need another leadership course. 
You need a reset.

You’ve already been leading — for a team, a project, maybe a whole department.
You’ve been stepping up in meetings, solving fires, keeping people motivated, showing up.

But under the surface?

You’re not broken. You’re just under-supported.

This program was built for women like you —
Women leading in demanding roles without enough feedback, mentorship, or space to grow.
Women who are ready to do more than keep up — they want to lead well.

What makes this different?

This isn’t just information.
It’s coaching, community, and applied leadership development — designed for the realities of your work, your team, and your growth.

You’ll get:

Check out Lori describing the program model here

Who it’s for

You’re in the right place if:

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You don’t need to be more qualified.
You just need a space that’s built for where you are now — and where you’re ready to go.

What you’ll walk away with

This isn’t theory. This is practical, grounded transformation — the kind that actually shows up in your work and your confidence.

You’ll learn how to:

The Program Structure

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Each module includes:

  • A mix of on-demand content + live coaching

  • Practical tools and exercises

  • Peer support and small group reflection

  • A chance to apply everything directly to your work

12 modules. One powerful transformation. Pacing that respects your life.

We break the journey into two phases:

Phase 1: Lead with Confidence & Influence

Build clarity, self-trust, and a leadership presence that feels like you.

Stop second-guessing yourself and start leading with purpose.

  • Define your leadership vision, strengths, and values.
  • Navigate gender politics without losing your authenticity.
  • Build confidence to make bold leadership moves.

Master the art of working with anyone—not just people like you.

  • Decode different communication styles and leadership preferences.
  • Motivate and engage your team by understanding what drives them.
  • Adapt your leadership style to reduce friction and build trust.

Position yourself as a leader—without feeling like you constantly have to prove it.

  • Build credibility and influence in leadership spaces.
  • Navigate workplace bias, power structures, and unspoken leadership rules.
  • Gain visibility and be recognized as the leader you already are.

Your voice is your leadership superpower—use it to inspire action.

  • Lead high-stakes meetings and negotiations with confidence.
  • Gain buy-in and influence decisions at all levels.
  • Communicate persuasively while remaining authentic.

Stop doing it all yourself—build a team that thrives without you micromanaging.

  • Shift from managing work to coaching people for success.
  • Have career and performance conversations that drive results.
  • Create a culture of trust, accountability, and growth.

Turn tough conversations into opportunities for leadership growth.

  • Manage conflict without being labeled “too aggressive” or “too soft.”
  • De-escalate difficult situations and navigate workplace tensions.
  • Deliver feedback that drives action while maintaining relationships.

Phase 2: Lead with Strategy & Impact

Step fully into the leader you are — shaping culture, driving results, and creating real change.

Because leadership will test you—let’s make sure you’re ready.

  • Manage stress, setbacks, and high-pressure situations without losing focus.
  • Strengthen your emotional intelligence to lead effectively under pressure.
  • Develop the resilience to bounce back stronger from leadership challenges.

Confident decision-making is a skill—not a personality trait.

  • Learn how to make high-impact decisions when stakes are high.
  • Take calculated risks that drive career and business success.
  • Trust your judgment and stop second-guessing yourself.

Great leaders don’t just adapt to change—they drive it.

  • Navigate organizational change with confidence.
  • Get your team on board and minimize resistance.
  • Foster an innovation mindset that pushes your leadership forward.

Your network should be more than just LinkedIn connections—it should work for you.

  • Develop relationships that open doors and accelerate your career.
  • Leverage mentorship and sponsorship to gain leadership opportunities.
  • Create an authentic networking strategy—even if you hate networking.

To lead at the highest level, you need to see the big picture.

  • Develop financial literacy and high-level strategic thinking.
  • Make decisions that impact not just your team, but the organization.
  • Move from tactical execution to visionary leadership.

Leadership presence isn’t about looking the part—it’s about owning the room.

  • Develop a leadership brand that gets you noticed and respected.
  • Position yourself for promotions, stretch roles, and boardroom opportunities.
  • Negotiate raises, leadership visibility, and career advancement with confidence.

Real words from real women

“This program offered me more tools and resources than I could have imagined. I feel better equipped to take on challenges and bring tools to my team every day.”
– Krista S
“I just started working as a Manager at the hospital. Lori helped me fast-track my understanding of the team… ultimately, it’s improved group performance, efficiency, and communication.”
– Julie C
“My coaching sessions helped me break out of a negative rut. I gained a new perspective on workplace challenges, set small goals, and felt a lasting effect. It was a relief to finally have a clear path forward.”
– Tracie P

Your Investment

Program Investment

$8500 

Payment plans available (3-month and 6-month options) 

This includes:

  • 12 comprehensive leadership modules

  • Monthly group coaching calls with Lori and our expert coaches

  • Ongoing peer mentorship and reflection spaces

  • One DiSC Management Profile + personalized debrief

  • Lifetime access to materials and tools

  • A strategic leadership plan you’ll actually use

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 Employer support available. Many participants use professional development funding. We’ll provide what you need to help make the case.

Frequently asked questions

Still have questions after reading the FAQs?

We’re happy to chat!

Send us a message or schedule a call—we’ll answer your questions and help you decide if this program is right for you.

You don’t need years of experience to benefit from this program. Whether you’re leading a team for the first time or stepping into more responsibility, this program helps you build confidence, core leadership skills, and real-world strategies from the start.

You’ll also learn alongside women at different stages of their leadership journey, so you can grow through both expert coaching and peer insight.

Absolutely. This program is designed to grow with you.

If you’re already leading at a high level, we’ll help you refine your strategic thinking, strengthen your executive presence, and navigate high-stakes leadership with more clarity and impact.

You’ll gain access to advanced tools, 1:1 coaching tailored to your goals, and a powerful network of peers who are also driving change in complex environments.

We get it—you’re already juggling a lot. This program is designed with this in mind,

You can expect to spend about 5–10 hours per month, including live sessions, on-demand content, and optional peer mentoring. The material is self-paced, and all live sessions are recorded, so you can catch up anytime.

The goal isn’t to add more to your plate — it’s to help you lead more effectively, with less stress and more clarity.

This isn’t a passive course you watch once and forget.

Each module combines structured content with live coaching, peer mentoring, mastermind-style discussions, and practical tools.

Whether you thrive in small group settings or prefer personal reflection, there are multiple ways to engage and apply what you learn.

You’ll also receive 1:1 coaching to help personalize the experience to your unique leadership context.

No problem. All live sessions are recorded and shared with participants, so you’ll never miss out on key insights or discussions. You’ll also have access to the leadership community to keep the conversation going between sessions.

We offer flexible payment plans to make the investment more accessible. You can choose to pay in full or in installments over 3 or 6 months.

Many participants are also able to use professional development funding through their employer. We’ll support you with a business case template and talking points to help you secure funding.

This program is also eligible under the Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG), which may reimburse employers for up to 50% of the cost. If your organization is investing in your growth, we’ll help you explore that option.

If you’ve ever left a workshop thinking “That was interesting… now what?” — this program is the answer.

This isn’t a one-off event. It’s a 12-month learning experience designed to help you apply what you learn, reflect deeply, and grow over time.

You’ll get expert-led training, 1:1 coaching, and a supportive cohort of peers who understand what it’s like to lead in challenging environments. And you’ll walk away with leadership tools you’ll actually use — long after the program ends.

Read this before you go

I majored in Women’s Studies in university (back when low-rise jeans were in), and I thought I’d be changing the world from the outside. I pictured myself as an activist, pushing for gender equity, rewriting the rules, and shaking up the system.

And while a lot has changed since then (thankfully, including those jeans), some things haven’t. Women in leadership still face double standards, bias, and the exhausting balancing act of being seen as “strong enough” but not “too strong.” We’re still expected to do more to prove ourselves—while somehow making it all look effortless.

I created Leadership, Powered by Women because leadership isn’t something women need to “fix” in themselves. We deserve better tools, stronger networks, and a space to practice, learn, and grow together. It’s about making leadership work for you, on your terms.

This program is about community, confidence, and strategy. We want to give you the tools, conversations, and connections—so you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Because true leadership is about leading together.

If that sounds like something you’re looking for, I’d love for you to join us.

See you in the next cohort,

Lori Ann Duguay

Founder & CEO, People-Powered Solutions

Lori Ann Dguay

Ready to lead on your own terms?

The next cohort begins September 2025, and space is limited to 30 participants.
This isn’t a course you take — it’s a shift in how you show up, lead, and grow.
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