Session Description

Every organization has experienced it: a high-performing employee earns a promotion, only to struggle in their new leadership role. The issue isn't a lack of talent or technical ability - it's the challenge of shifting from being an individual contributor to becoming a leader.

In this engaging 15-minute Learning Deck session, attendees will explore why traditional leadership development often falls short and how HR professionals can better prepare emerging leaders for success. Through a practical leadership identity framework, participants will gain a new perspective on leadership development that can immediately enhance coaching conversations, succession planning, and leadership readiness.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:

• Recognize the difference between developing leadership skills and developing a leadership identity.
• Identify the three mindset shifts every new leader must make to successfully transition from performer to leader.
• Apply one simple coaching question that helps employees lead with greater confidence, authenticity, and long-term impact.

About the Speaker

Andrea Lewis, PHR, is the Founder and CEO of Human Capital Services, LLC and the creator of the Make You New® Framework, a leadership development model designed to help professionals lead with confidence, authenticity, and purpose. With more than 20 years of experience in human resources, executive coaching, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness, Andrea partners with organizations across the country to strengthen leaders, improve workplace culture, and increase employee engagement.

An engaging facilitator and nationally recognized speaker, Andrea specializes in transforming complex leadership concepts into practical strategies that professionals can immediately implement. Her sessions are energetic, interactive, and designed to inspire lasting change.