Q. What is LeadershipHQ?

LeadershipHQ is a leadership development company that empowers leaders and teams to show up with courage, authenticity, and impact. Through coaching, training, programs, and keynotes, we help people unleash their leadership potential—whether they’re in the boardroom, the classroom, or on the frontline. For over 18 years, LeadershipHQ has helped thousands of great leaders, teams, and organisations grow. 

Q. Who is Sonia McDonald?

Sonia McDonald is the CEO and Founder of LeadershipHQ and The Leadership Association. She’s a global leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author of Leadership Attitude, Just Rock It!, and First Comes Courage. Sonia is known for her powerful blend of neuroscience, courage, and heart-led leadership.

Q. What services do you offer?

We offer:

• Executive and leadership coaching
• Team development workshops
• Keynotes and speaking engagements
• Online programs (including Women Leaders, Leadership Impact, Future Me and 100 Days Leadership Mastery)
• Culture transformation projects
• Membership communities (like The Leadership Association and CPO Circle™)
• Leading Assessments and Diagnostics 

Q. Do you work with individuals or just organisations?

Both! Whether you’re an individual wanting to step into your leadership or an organisation ready to build powerful cultures, we’ve got you. We tailor our approach to fit your goals and context.

Q. Are your programs evidence-based?

Yes. Our programs are grounded in neuroscience, emotional intelligence, leadership research, and decades of real-world leadership experience. We don’t do fluff—we do frameworks that work.

Q. Do you run programs specifically for women?

Absolutely. Our Women Leaders Program is one of our flagship offerings. It’s a transformational experience that combines confidence-building, personal growth, leadership mastery, and a supportive sisterhood.

Q. Can we book Sonia for a keynote or panel?

Yes! Sonia speaks at events worldwide on topics such as courageous leadership, impostor syndrome, future leadership, and leading through change. You can enquire here.

Q. What makes LeadershipHQ different?

We’re not about ticking leadership boxes. We’re about unleashing the real, courageous, messy, magnificent leader in you. We don’t believe in cookie-cutter training. We believe leadership is a way of being, and we help you embody that fully.

Q. Where are you based?

We’re headquartered in Australia, but we work globally. Many of our programs are available online or can be delivered in person anywhere in the world.

Q. How do I get started?

You can:

• Join one of our leadership programs
• Enquire about coaching or workshops
• Become a member of The Leadership Association
• Subscribe to our newsletter and award-winning blogs 
• Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for daily inspiration