Leadership in Uncertainty
Dr. Elizabeth King is a globally recognized expert in leadership and performance optimization based in Sydney, Australia.
With over thirty years of experience, Dr. King combines evidence-based practices with mindfulness techniques to support leaders and organizations in building resilience, fostering ethical leadership, and navigating complexities in today’s dynamic environment.
She holds a PhD in Performance, a Master’s in Coaching Psychology, an MBA, and a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Dr. King serves as a director on the Board of the World Federation of Mental Health and chairs the sector on Mental Health in the Workplace.
Her approach blends scholarly research with pragmatic strategies to address contemporary leadership challenges, making her a sought-after speaker and consultant in the field of leadership development.
Details for Dr . Elizabeth King’s keynote presentations are outlined below. For bespoke speaking arrangements, please reach out via the Contact page.
Transforming Workplace Mental Health Leadership
Addressing mental well-being is a cost-effective strategy that enhances resilience, productivity, and team engagement while reducing absenteeism and workload pressures.
Dr. Elizabeth King’s keynote presentation, “Transforming Workplace Mental Health Leadership,” raises awareness and provides practical strategies for improving mental well-being in the workplace. This 45-minute session underscores the critical impact of mental health on productivity and offers leaders valuable tools to create a supportive, stigma-free workplace culture.
As the World Federation for Mental Health states, “The development and implementation of a workplace mental health policy and programme will benefit the health of employees, increase productivity for the company and will contribute to the wellbeing of the community at large.” Key topics include the mental health crisis, its impact on productivity, leaders’ roles in fostering well-being, Workplace WorkSafe regulations (ISO:45003), practical interventions, and reducing mental health stigma.
Leaders will leave with strategies to enhance productivity and create a healthier work environment.
Length: 45 minutes
Collective Flow: Enhancing Team Synergy and Performance
Achieving peak performance requires more than individual effort; it demands a harmonious and cohesive team.
Dr. Elizabeth King’s keynote, “Collective Flow: Enhancing Team Synergy and Performance,” highlights the importance of creating a unified team dynamic. Drawing on her multi-year research using video observation of an elite ocean racing crew, Dr. King explores performance under extreme states of exhaustion and moments where life and assets are at risk.
She emphasises, “Resilience in teams emerges from individual strengths and the dynamic interplay and mutual support among team members.”
In this 60-minute session, leaders will discover strategies to synchronise their teams, fostering an environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Attendees will gain practical tools to build trust, enhance communication, and drive collective success, ensuring their teams operate at their highest potential and consistently achieve peak performance.
Length: 60 minutes
Collective Wisdom: Leading Today for the Well-being of Tomorrow
What actions can we take today to ensure the collective well-being of tomorrow? Dr. Elizabeth King’s keynote, “Collective Wisdom: Leading Today for the Well-being of Tomorrow,” calls on leaders to harness the shared knowledge and experiences within their teams to create a better future.
This 60-minute presentation encourages leaders to foster open dialogue, encourage diverse viewpoints, and integrate collective insights to make informed, strategic decisions that benefit everyone. Drawing on well-established research into the development of wisdom, Dr. King will emphasise that “Wisdom requires habits of wise decisions and intentions. Wisdom matters most when facing unique challenges.”
Leaders will leave inspired and equipped with practical strategies to leverage their team’s collective wisdom, promoting a movement of inclusive and forward-thinking leadership.
Length: 60 minutes
The Stable Mind: Future-Proofing Leadership for 2030
How can leaders perform effectively amidst uncertainty? Dr. Elizabeth King’s keynote, “The Stable Mind: Future-Proofing Leadership for 2030,” addresses this critical question.
Drawing on her extensive research and published work on the competencies required to lead in 2030, Dr. King explores how leaders can maintain mental stability, resilience, and performance in the face of modern challenges.
She emphasizes, “Mindfulness, in its deeper form, is about developing an attuned awareness and focused attention that goes beyond effortful reflection, enabling leaders to navigate the complexities of a VUCA world with equanimity and insight.”
This 60-minute presentation provides valuable strategies for developing the mental competencies essential for future leadership, focusing on maintaining a stable mind and making sound decisions under pressure.
Participants will gain insights into enhancing mental resilience and clarity, enabling them to make better decisions and maintain reliable performance in unstable environments. This keynote will empower leaders to remain effective and guide their organizations confidently through the complexities of the modern world.
Length: 60 minutes