How to Lead Under Pressure Can't Be Taught.
It Must Be Practiced.Â
That's why we built The Leadership Lab.
A place to practice leadership that sticks-
especially when it matters most.
Caught in the Middle.
Missing the Skills that Matter.
Your best managers are promoted because they consistently deliver results. But suddenly, they’re navigating people's problems, shifting expectations, and pressure from all directions—with no playbook and little support.
They hesitate. They second-guess. Burnout creeps in.
And the team starts to feel it, too.
Most leadership programs offer valuable insight.
They teach the right ideas, but in the real world, those ideas don’t always hold up.
That’s why we focus on practice.
Because confidence, clarity, and trust don’t come from content.
They come from action.
Leadership Development Isn’t Broken.
But It’s Not Working.
Despite spending over $50 billion each year on leadership training:
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2 out of 3 employees are disengaged—and have been for 25 years.
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71% of CEOs say their leaders aren’t ready.
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Only 28% of executives say leadership development is effective.
It’s not a lack of effort.
It’s a gap between knowing and doing.
And how have we been preparing leaders?
It’s not working.
Why I Built the Leadership Lab
I didn’t build this because I had all the answers.
I built it because I didn’t.
When I first had to lead people, I was great at the work—
but completely unprepared for what leadership required.
And I’ve seen that same story unfold repeatedly: smart, capable people are often left to figure it out on their own.
That’s why I created the Lab.
A space where leaders can grow real-world skills—
with structure, support, and the chance to practice in the moments that matter most.
Watch the video to hear the story—
and how the Lab helps leaders grow in the work, not outside of it.
Explore the Right Lab for
Where Your People Are Now
Leadership
Practice Lab
For first-time and mid-level managers learning to lead people, not just manage tasks.
We help them build steady, repeatable habits they can trust—especially when things get hard.
Explore Foundations
Team
Practice Lab
For teams ready to strengthen trust, clarity, and shared accountability.
We guide the whole team to build engagement habits together—so it’s something they own, not just something the manager carries.
 Explore The EQ Advantage
Personal Mastery
Lab
For anyone who wants more control over how they respond, connect, and lead themselves. At work. At home. In real life.
We help you build a strong foundation for personal and professional success.
Let’s Start with a Conversation
No pitch.
Just a real look at what’s working, what’s getting in the way, and what kind of support could help.
Whether you're carrying the weight yourself or developing others who are, reach out.
If it’s a fit, we’ll figure it out together.
Let's Talk