You loved being the expert. Now you lead leaders - and that changes everything.
The promotion made sense. You're smart, you solve problems, you get results. But leading leaders? That's a different game entirely.
The Leadership Clarity Process gives you evidence-based insight into what's working, what isn't, and where to focus - so you can lead effectively at this level without burning out or losing yourself in the process.
Sound familiar?
You used to solve interesting problems. Now your days are consumed by people issues - and frankly, it's draining.
The leaders reporting to you don't want to be told what to do. But you don't know how else to add value.
You're meant to "influence indirectly" and "create the conditions for success." Nobody explained what that actually looks like.
You either dive into the detail and take on too much - or step back and wonder if you're contributing anything at all.
You're busy. Exhausted, even. But you're not sure your effort is translating into the impact expected of you.
You suspect something needs to change. But you're not about to admit you're struggling - not at this level.
What got you here won't get you there
You were promoted because you're brilliant at what you do. You solve problems others can't. You see what others miss. That's exactly why this is so frustrating.
At this level, your job isn't to be the expert anymore. It's to develop expertise in others. To influence without directing. To achieve results through people who don't want - or need - to be told what to do.
The technical leaders who thrive at this level aren't the ones who work harder. They're the ones who learn to lead differently - and find genuine satisfaction in watching their people succeed.
But you can't shift what you can't see. And right now, you're probably guessing at what your boss needs from you, instead of being clear on what your people need from you.
Leadership Clarity Process
A rigorous, evidence-based process that shows you exactly how your leadership is landing - and where to focus.
Three Assessments
Complete three validated leadership instruments designed for senior leaders. These reveal your natural style, what drives you, and how you show up under pressure. Not Myers-Briggs. Not DISC. Proper psychometrics.
Expert Interpretation
A focused two-hour session with a business psychologist. We'll explore what your results mean in the context of your specific role, your challenges, and the leaders you're trying to develop.
Your Leadership Report
A comprehensive written report integrating your assessment data with insights from our conversation. Clear analysis. Specific priorities. No generic recommendations.
What you'll actually get
This isn't another leadership course or personality quiz. It's targeted insight that ensures whatever you do next is the right thing - not just the next thing.
Your strengths - the real ones
What's genuinely working in your leadership. The things to lean into and leverage more deliberately.
Your blind spots - revealed
The patterns you can't see yourself. The things that are unintentionally hindering your impact and increasing your load.
What's actually expected of you
Clarity on what leadership looks like at this level - not what you assume or what you've pieced together from vague feedback.
Where to focus your development
Specific, prioritised areas for growth. No more grabbing random courses hoping something sticks.
How to be effective and authentic
A path to leading at this level that works with who you are - not against it. Sustainable, not exhausting.
The joy back in leadership
A clear picture of what's possible when you get this right - seeing your people achieve more than they thought they could, because of you.
This is
- A personal guide through rigorous assessment
- Evidence-based insight into your leadership
- Targeted clarity on where to focus
- A foundation for informed development
This isn't
- Another DIY online course
- Generic advice you could find in a book
- Coaching (that's a separate offering)
- Skills training (that comes later, if needed)
Shanel Winning
I'm a registered psychologist (NZ and NSW) and founder of Winning Performance. For nearly 20 years, I've worked with senior technical leaders navigating this exact transition - leaders in technology, engineering, science, finance, and professional services who were promoted because of their technical brilliance and now need to lead differently.
I'm technically-minded, like the leaders I work with. We work through and explore your thinking together - but you leave with specific, actionable insight. Not vague encouragement. Not a list of books to read. Concrete clarity on what to do differently and why.
As a psychologist, testimonials cannot be shared. References available on request.
Investment
Leadership Clarity Process
Stop guessing. Stop grabbing random development. Get clear on what's working, what isn't, and exactly where to focus - so you can lead effectively at this level without burning out.
- Three validated leadership assessments
- 2-hour expert interpretation session
- Comprehensive written report
- Clear, prioritised development focus
Optional: 360 Assessment
Add confidential feedback from those who work with you most closely. See how your leadership is landing from multiple perspectives - your leader or chair, peers, and direct reports - and compare it with your own self-assessment.
Most leaders have this funded by their organisation. I can provide whatever documentation your finance or L&D team needs.
You've figured out harder things than this. But you don't have to figure this out alone.
The first step is seeing clearly what's working and what isn't. Everything else flows from there.
Questions? Schedule a quick call.