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Why Great Leaders Take Authenticity Seriously

May 14, 2025 1:00 pm
Behind the scenes with Stevie Ward, keynote speaker and transformational coach.

There’s a myth in today’s workplace: to be a great leader, you’ve got to be polished, unshakeable, and always “on.”

But the truth? The greatest leaders are the ones who are willing to be real, own their mistakes, and lead with authenticity.

No one knows this better than Stevie Ward - former professional rugby player and part of the golden generation at the Leeds Rhinos, one of the most successful teams in Super League history.

Now an acclaimed keynote speaker and transformational coach, Stevie is dedicated to proving that authenticity isn’t a soft skill - it’s a power skill. And luckily for us, he’s here to share his insights.

Discover how being real builds trust, sparks creativity, and drives high performance... even (and especially!) in high-pressure environments.

Whether you're leading a team, shaping culture, or developing tomorrow’s leaders, this session will help you rethink what it really takes to lead well today.

You won’t want to miss this one. Trust us.

Key takeaways

Why authenticity is your secret power skill as a leader.
How to lead with clarity and confidence, even in high-stakes, high-stress environments.
Practical tools and mindset shifts to lead in a way that’s not only effective, but genuinely human.

Your speakers

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Stevie Ward

Transformational Coach | Director, Mantality

Stevie’s rugby career is the stuff of legend: youngest-ever Grand Final winner, two Challenge Cups, three Grand Final victories, and captain of Leeds Rhinos by 26. But behind the trophies were ten surgeries and deep mental health struggles. These challenges led him to launch Mantality, a movement to break the stigma around men’s mental health. Since then, Stevie has inspired organisations like Warner Bros. Discovery, NHS, and Southampton FC through his speaking and consultancy.

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Glynne Steele

Founder, DoThinkDo

Described as “a wizard” by clients, Glynne Steele has spent over 20 years helping people transform their impact and influence. With a background in education and acting, and experience coaching leaders at organisations like Google, O2, and AstraZeneca, Glynne brings a powerful blend of insight, creativity, and practical tools. Founder of DoThinkDo, he challenges audiences to rethink their communication habits and step into more authentic, impactful leadership. His engaging keynotes combine humour, heart, and actionable takeaways - whether on stage or on screen. His upcoming book Words are Tofu explores how to lead with greater clarity, agility, and connection in an ever-changing world.