
Emotional Fitness, Sensory Intelligence, and the Science of Influence in Leadership
An immersive leadership development experience for emerging and experienced leaders
Date: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Time: 9.00 AM – 5.00 PM + Networking Drinks (registrations from 8.30 AM)
Location: The Pavillion Function & Conference Centre, Nemingha (Tamworth)
In today’s emotionally complex and fast-paced world, effective leadership demands more than just strategy. It requires emotional fitness, clear values alignment, and the ability to influence through every channel of communication.
This powerful one-day experience is designed to stretch the thinking and practical capabilities of both emerging and experienced leaders. The day begins with an inspiring case study and discussion featuring an emerging leader who has applied emotionally intelligent leadership in the workplace and beyond. This sets the stage for a dynamic morning session with renowned human behaviour expert Joe Pane, who will guide participants through the foundations of emotional resilience, values-based leadership, and sensory influence.
After lunch, participants will engage with a second case study discussion, this time spotlighting an experienced leader and the insights gained through a more seasoned leadership journey. This real-world context will flow into Joe’s afternoon session, which builds on the morning’s foundations and dives deeper into applied strategies for influence, non-verbal communication, and trust-building in high-stakes environments.
Throughout the day, Joe will weave together cutting-edge insights from neuroscience, psychology, and his proprietary Emotional Fitness Formula™, helping leaders:
Clarify their personal values and align actions with intention
Understand the six core human needs that drive behaviour and shape workplace dynamics
Master multi-sensory influence through body language, tone, and presence
Strengthen emotional resilience under pressure or uncertainty
Build trust, safety, and empowerment in daily leadership interactions
The day concludes with networking drinks, providing space to reflect, connect, and share insights with fellow leaders.
Whether you’re leading a team, navigating a career transition, or preparing for greater responsibility, this event will elevate your leadership from functional to truly transformational.