MEMBERSHIP FOR HR PROFESSIONALS

EMPOWER

Are you ready to lead People & Culture in a way that transforms organisational culture, drives performance,
and builds a lasting competitive edge ?

Step into a New Era of Leadership with EMPOWER

EMPOWER is more than a program – it’s your gateway to becoming a bold, commercially-minded People & Culture leader who drives true business impact. With a focus on practical strategies, hands-on support, and tailored insights, EMPOWER prepares you to lead with confidence, foster a a high-performance culture, and make a measureable difference in your organisation.

Are you...?

  • Struggling to demonstrate the tangible value of People & Culture initiatives, feeling like your role is seen as a cost centre rather than a driver of growth? 
  • Finding it challenging to measure the financial and operational impact of your work, leaving doubts about the relevance and perceived value of People & Culture? 
  • Struggling to attract and retain top talent because your people strategies aren’t aligned with business goals and growth needs? 
  • Concerned that your role in People & Culture may be seen as outdated or less relevant in today’s data-driven, commercially focused market? 

Do you...?

  • Fear being left out of strategic business decisions, limiting your influence on the direction and priorities of the organization? 
  • Sense that a compliance-focused approach is fostering a rigid, stagnant culture that resists innovation and agility? 
  • Disconnected from other departments, as P&C is often viewed as a support function rather than a strategic partner? 
  • Worry that your P&C initiatives are not driving the innovation, performance, and competitive advantage needed to help the organization stay ahead in a rapidly changing market? 

You can make People & Culture a true business driver.
Join EMPOWER and embrace a commercial mindset to achieve measurable impact, fuel growth, and strengthen your strategic influence.

" By adopting a more commercially focused approach, People & Culture leaders can shape a culture than not only supports but accelerates business success"

Did you know?

Culture & Engagement Impact

46% of leaders report that a strong organisational culture drives key improvements in employee engagement and retention

Revenue Growth

Companies with corporate cultures experience four times the revenue growth compared to organisations with weaker cultures

Leadership Transformation

A shift to a collaborative, networked leadership model helped one company grow its market capitalization from $6 billion in 2005 to $50 billion in 2020

Increased Productivity

Organisations that prioritise culture are 3.5 times more likely to be highly productive

Performance Driven Culture

Businesses that align their culture with performance strategies see significant improvements in customer satisfaction and financial performance

To drive real results and create a culture of innovation, agility, and impact, People and Culture leaders need to go beyond traditional HR functions

By adopting a strategic, business-focused approach, they can lead initiatives that boost performance, streamline operations, and strengthen the organization’s competitive edge.

Embrace a commercial mindset in People and Culture and transform your organization’s potential into measurable success.

EMPOWER Value Model

Activity

Focus

Your confidence level
before EMPOWER

Your commercial culture impact
before EMPOWER

Level 5

EMPOWERED

MASTERY

100%

100%

Level 4

PROGRESSIVE

STRATEGIC
INFLUENCING

75%

50%

Level 3

POTENTIAL

EMERGING
LEADER

50%

10%

Level 2

MOTIVATED

ASPIRING LEADER

10%

0%

Level 1

EXPLORING

LEADERSHIP
GUIDANCE

-5%

-5%

The Empower Model

What Can You Expect from EMPOWER?

In the EMPOWER Program, you’ll receive the tools, guidance, and skills to amplify your influence within the organization.

Working with Carole Cooper and her experienced team, you’ll develop a powerful mindset that aligns People & Culture with commercial objectives, helping you succeed in today’s competitive market. 

Move beyond traditional HR roles and learn how to think and act with a commercial mindset. Discover strategies that align people initiatives with business goals and drive growth. 

Receive tailored coaching focused on your unique challenges, strengths, and aspirations. With hands-on tools and resources, you’ll be equipped to apply what you learn immediately—and continue leveraging these insights long after the program ends. 

Gain a deeper understanding of your leadership style, strengths, and areas for growth. Use this self-knowledge to increase your impact and lead confidently in any situation. 

Learn how to create a culture that fosters innovation, resilience, and engagement. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to build a high-performance environment that drives both employee and business success. 

You won’t be left to navigate this journey alone. EMPOWER’s team provides ongoing support and feedback, ensuring that you can seamlessly apply what you’ve learned to real-world challenges. 

Join EMPOWER
and you will:

Enhance Leadership Confidence with Commercial Focus

Build the confidence to lead with purpose, combining People & Culture expertise with a commercial mindset that drives measurable business results and culture change.

Refine Strategic Influence

Align people strategies with business goals, sharpen your ability to drive outcomes, and elevate your impact on organizational performance and growth. .

Develop High-Impact Mentoring Skills

Cultivate the ability to mentor future leaders, fostering a pipeline of talent that continues to drive business success and enhances organizational culture.

Develop High-Impact Mentoring Skills

Cultivate the ability to mentor future leaders, fostering a pipeline of talent that continues to drive business success and enhances organizational culture.

Shape a Resilient,
High-Performing Culture

Learn to build a culture of innovation, adaptability, and accountability that directly contributes to organizational success and growth.

Tailored Support at Every Confidence Level

Whether you're building confidence or refining advanced leadership skills, EMPOWER provides personalized coaching to ensure you are ready to lead with commercial impact and drive business outcomes.

What will EMPOWER look like for me?

With Carole’s insight, you’ll uncover practical strategies tailored to your goals, empowering you to make an impact today and lead confidently into tomorrow. Together, you’ll create a roadmap to elevate your career and influence the business in powerful ways.

EMPOWER is for you if:

You Want to Drive Business Results

Move beyond traditional HR roles and develop a commercial mindset that directly influences business outcomes.

You Seek to Strengthen Strategic Influence

Align people strategies with business goals to increase your impact on organizational growth.

You Aspire to Mentor Future Leaders:

Develop high-potential leaders and create a pipeline for long-term success.

You Aim to Build a
High-Performance Culture

Create a resilient, innovative culture that drives employee engagement and business success.

You Need Tailored Leadership Support

Receive personalized coaching to build confidence and refine leadership skills at every stage of your journey.

You Want to Lead with Purpose and Impact:

Equip yourself with the tools to lead change, deliver strategic results, and foster a sustainable culture.