Heart-Led Leadership Training
At SOAR! Coaching Speaking Consulting, we believe leadership begins with the heart. In today’s fast-changing workplaces, leaders who lead with empathy, authenticity, and self-awareness build stronger teams, create healthier cultures, and drive meaningful results. Our Heart-Led Leadership Training programs help executives, managers, and organizations develop leadership practices that inspire trust, engagement, and collaboration.
Why Heart-Led Leadership Matters
Research consistently shows that employees thrive under leaders who connect with them as people first.
Organizations led by compassionate, emotionally intelligent leaders experience:
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Higher employee engagement
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Lower turnover rates
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More innovative and collaborative teams
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Stronger workplace cultures
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Yet, many leaders struggle to balance strategy and empathy—or aren’t sure where to start. Our programs guide leaders to cultivate the emotional intelligence, communication skills, and mindset shifts needed to lead with both heart and strategy.
Key Benefits of Heart-Led Leadership Training
Through our training programs, leaders will:
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Build Emotional Intelligence: Understand and manage emotions for better decision-making and relationships.
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Enhance Communication Skills: Communicate with clarity, authenticity, and impact.
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Create Trust & Engagement: Develop teams that feel valued, empowered, and inspired.
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Navigate Change Confidently: Lead with resilience during times of organizational transition.
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Model Authentic Leadership: Build workplaces where people feel safe to contribute and innovate.
Our Training Approach
Carmen Payne blends 20+ years of global corporate experience with 10+ years of executive coaching and leadership training to create programs that are practical, actionable, and deeply transformative.
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Using principles from HeartMath® techniques, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Time Line Therapy®, our training sessions move leaders beyond theory into real-world application.
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“When leaders lead with heart, they create workplaces where people—and businesses—can truly thrive.” – Carmen Payne
Who This Training Is For
Our Heart-Led Leadership Training is ideal for:
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Executives and senior leadership teams
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New managers developing leadership skills
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HR professionals designing leadership programs
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Organizations wanting healthier workplace cultures
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Teams experiencing growth or organizational change
Training Formats
We offer flexible training formats to fit your organization’s needs:
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Leadership Workshops: Interactive, half-day or full-day sessions.
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Executive Retreats: Immersive experiences for deeper leadership transformation.
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Virtual Training Programs: Accessible training for distributed teams in the US & UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is this training different from traditional leadership programs?
A: We focus on emotional intelligence, communication, and trust-building—not just management tactics—so leaders can inspire lasting engagement and change.
Q: Can training be customized for my organization?
A: Absolutely. We tailor workshops and sessions to align with your company’s goals, culture, and challenges.
Q: Do you work with organizations in the US and UK?
A: Yes, we work with clients across both regions through in-person and virtual training options.
Take the Next Step
Ready to help your leaders build confidence, emotional intelligence, and stronger teams? Let’s design a Heart-Led Leadership Training program for your organization.


