Leadership and capability development
for the Australian Public Sector
Cultivating leadership potential …
because public sector leadership matters.
The public sector has its own rhythms, frameworks, systems, and values. It’s not the same as the corporate world. Our leadership and capability consultants understand the unique challenges of leading in government and deliver customised programs to help managers lead with confidence.
Define Potential has:
20+ Years of public sector leadership expertise
968+ Days of delivery and facilitation
3294+ Hours of executive coaching
Customised capability development and leadership training programs
Whether it’s SES 360° feedback, leadership development, strategy and change facilitation, peer group management, or executive coaching, our consulting approach remains the same.
Collaborate to define the change you seek and design solutions
Craft and deliver customised evidence-based learning programs to achieve change
Cultivate leadership potential at every level with support and expert advice.
Build leadership capability at every level so your team can thrive
Professional development and coaching for the public sector
Leading in government means navigating complex systems while keeping people at the heart of every decision. At Define Potential, we understand that balance, and work with you to build the skills and confidence you need to lead effectively in the public sector.
Whether you’re considering a promotion, seeking support as an up-and-coming manager, or desire more influence within your organisation and team, Define Potential has options for you.
Level-based professional development courses
Skills-based training – online and in-person
One-on-one executive coaching
‘… your coaching made all the difference to my interview performance and how I view/ed myself in my role. I went from utterly terrified and very anxious to ‘pretty confident’ within the space of two one-hour sessions plus homework.’
Ongoing development is good for your career, brain, well-being, and self-esteem.
Don’t put it off any longer
Stewardship. At Define Potential, public sector leadership matters.
Good leaders, like good stewards, nurture what they have been entrusted to oversee, building trust within their communities to serve them better.
Whether your community is your team, or the clients you serve – positive and effective leadership is the key to living the newest of the formal APS values – Stewardship.
That’s why public sector leadership matters at Define Potential. We help you define effective leadership in your language, then fulfil your potential by cultivating it.
Why Define Potential?
With over 20 years working in or for the APS, our expert consultants have an in-depth understanding of the challenges and complexities faced by government departments and organisations, including the impact and rhythm of review cycles, the importance of APS values and executive expectations, and most importantly, how to support and nurture all levels to meet their true potential.
Thank you to Jane and the team at Define Potential for their support and guidance during the creation of our Leadership Principles.
Jane’s ability to foster immediate working relations, her experience and passion for leadership and thought-provoking ideas has led to the redefining of our business leadership principles. She is a role model for aspiring female leaders, embodying creativity and dedication to the business community.
As we continue our leadership journey working with Jane and her team, we are confident her passion for empowering others, combined with her years of experience, will set us up for success and an ongoing working relationship.