Becoming a Leader is Hard
Stepping into leadership—whether for the first time or as part of your continued growth—can be one of the most exciting yet challenging transitions in your career.
Yet too often, new people leaders aren’t given the essential leadership training they need to thrive. You may be great at what you do, but leading others brings new pressures—and often, an unexpected sense of isolation.
The good news? Leadership skills are learned skills.
That’s why we’ve created LIFTT (Leadership Inspiration for Today & Tomorrow) — a community built for inspired leaders looking for continuous development and support.
The LIFTT Framework
The LIFTT Community is designed around a comprehensive framework that supports leaders at every stage of their journey. The LIFTT Framework consists of four distinctive domains:
1. Lead Self
Leadership starts—with you. Before you can effectively lead others, you must first lead yourself. That means understanding your strengths, acknowledging your blind spots, and committing to your own growth. By committing to continuous personal development and acting with intention, you set a clear direction and earn the trust of those who look to you for guidance.
2. Lead Others
Leadership is so much more than just managing people—it’s about inspiring them. This means building trust, communicating clearly, and showing empathy. People don’t follow titles; they follow leaders who care and make them feel valued.
3. Lead Teams
Leadership is about uniting people through collaboration. Teams are the driving force behind any organization, and as a leader, it’s your job to bring everyone together. You will need to create a shared vision, encourage open communication, and make sure every team member feels like they’re part of something meaningful. A strong team doesn’t just deliver results—it creates an environment where people thrive together.
4. Lead Change
Leadership is about driving progress in the face of uncertainty. Change isn’t on the horizon—it’s already here, and it’s here to stay. As a leader, you’ll need to anticipate challenges and communicate a clear vision. Because at its core, change isn’t just about strategy—it’s about people.
What Can Members Expect?
Monthly Leadership Themes
Every month, we will focus on developing a core leadership competency within one of the domains that you need to better lead yourself, lead others, lead teams, and lead change.
Bite-Sized Inspirations
Each Bite-Sized Inspiration will consist of a short, impactful microlearning and actionable tipsheet to help you develop the monthly leadership competencies. We will dive into what the competency is, what it looks like as a leader, and how you can get better at it.
Resource Library
You’ll also have access to a resource library filled with checklists, FAQs, and other practical tools. Some of these resources include:
- The 4-Step Approach to Resolving Conflict
- 6 Steps to Effective Delegation
- Powerful Questions to Ask During Your 1:1 Meetings
- And more!
Community Feed
Our community feed is where the real conversations happen. It’s your go-to space for insights and inspiration around each month’s leadership theme. From discussions and articles to TED Talks and shared experiences, you’ll find a range of resources to support your growth and deepen your leadership skills.
The community feed is also a place for you to share your wins, ask for advice, and get perspectives from leaders who are right there with you, figuring it out too.
LIFTT Live
To bring it all together, every month, participants can join LIFTT Live, an expert-led, live session that dives deeper into our monthly leadership competencies. This is your opportunity to ask questions, practice new skills, and connect with other leaders in real time.
Ready to Get Started?
Click here to join the community. You can also download the mobile app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
To learn more about MEA, contact us today to schedule a consultation, help us understand your needs, and learn how we can help.
