The Effective Use of Power as a Leader
Leadership is often associated with power, and the effective use of power is an essential skill for any leader. Defined by influence, power can be used to drive change, motivate employees, and achieve organizational goals. However, it is often difficult for leaders to navigate the nuances of power dynamics both within and outside of their organizations. This is why we have developed an online course, The Effective Use of Power as a Leader, to help you understand and harness the power of leadership.
Leah was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, where she still lives with her husband Brandon and two cats. She is the owner and founder of All Thrive and the host of the weekly live show Your Mind-Your Reality-Your Results. She holds an applied degree in Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership (ETOL), and a diploma in Social Work, both from Mount Royal University, and is currently a registered social worker. Her work and volunteer experience have focused on helping people understand more about themselves, and grow their confidence. This also includes working with youth in a wilderness-based addiction and mental health program. Later, Leah went on to supervise that program, where she focused on program development and growing her facilitation skills as she trained multiple staff teams. She is also a certified facilitator in True Colors personality typology, and the Right Use of Power (effectively using power dynamics)
Leah's family was touched by suicide when her brother's friend took his life when he was only 19. It was years later when Leah was able to help two friends to not choose suicide, that she became inspired to do even more. It was the skill she learned through both her personal and professional growth that helped her do this. In both situations, it was being able to create a sense of connection and inspire a positive self-view that led to a good result, so she has dedicated her life to helping others feel confident, connected, and loved. Additionally, after working in addictions and mental health, she recognized how essential it is to help people do this work proactively - before they feel overwhelmed. No one should have to get to ‘rock bottom’ before they are given the chance to gain the skills to make their life better.
Leah now helps adults and youth in their personal and professional development. Through All Thrive’s public speaking, consulting, and workshops, Leah teaches skills that help people create and maintain healthy relationships, feel inspired in their direction in life, and realize their mental strength. In businesses, the creation of healthy relationships is especially important, as companies lose good employees when they are not being well supported. An essential part of this is understanding the impact that power dynamics are constantly having on our relationships, in order to have responsive and empowering leaders.