

Coaching that works
Graham delivers down-to-earth, effective training to learners across New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. With years of experience, he specialises in leadership, management, and automotive services—helping individuals and teams build real-world skills that make a difference.
Practical, to the point coaching
Learning should be effective and enjoyable. Graham creates a relaxed, supportive space—online or in person—to help you grow and achieve your goals. No matter your experience, our courses give you the skills to thrive. Let’s make learning a game-changer!
GTE FUTURE LEADERS ACADEMY
WELCOME
Level 1 Future Leader Foundations:
“Building The Leader Within”
We’re delighted to have you join us on this six-month leadership development journey.
This programme has been specifically designed for emerging and aspiring leaders who are ready to strengthen their leadership capability, increase their influence, and make a greater impact within their teams and organisations.
In this welcome video, you’ll meet GTE, your facilitator, gain an overview of the programme structure, learn what to expect over the coming months, and discover how to get the most value from your Academy experience.
We encourage you to approach each module with curiosity, an open mind, and a commitment to applying what you learn in your day-to-day role.
Leadership is not developed in a training alone—it is built through action, reflection, and continuous growth.
Click play to begin your journey and take the first step towards becoming the leader others choose to follow.
CONTINUING YOUR LEARNING JOURNEY
The Leadership Academy is a practical six-month leadership development program designed to build and refresh the skills, confidence and mindset required to lead people successfully in today’s workplace.
Building the leader within follows a blended learning approach, combining self-paced learning, group workshops, individual coaching and workplace application. This format allows participants to learn new concepts, discuss real workplace challenges and immediately apply their learning on the job, leading to stronger leadership capability and lasting behavioural change.
HOW WE BUILD THE FOUNDATIONS
Conversation Guide
Download your monthly Conversation Guide packed with practical leadership insights, tools, reflection questions, and workplace application activities.
Leadership Conversations
Join two live GTE-facilitated Zoom sessions each month (40–60 minutes) designed to bring the content to life through discussion, examples, and real-world application..
Knowledge Check and Leadership Challenge
Complete a short multiple-choice knowledge check and undertake a practical leadership activity to apply your learning in the workplace.
Reflection Conversation
Your second monthly Zoom session focuses on reflection, shared experiences, discussion, and practical application of the month's leadership topic.
Manager Partnership
Your second monthly Zoom session focuses on reflection, shared experiences, discussion, and practical application of the month's leadership topic.
Graduation and Recognition
Upon successful completion of the Academy, participants receive a GTE Future Leaders Academy Certificate of Completion recognising their commitment to leadership growth and development.
CONVERSATIONS
1. Leadership and
Management Styles
Know the difference
2. Developing Resilience and Mental Toughness
Self awareness and self regulation
3. Communication Styles
Behaviourally
DISC and VAK
4. Attention Management
Improve productivity, performance and time management
5. Generations
Understanding, leading and working with different generations
6. Difficult Conversations
Learning to manage tricky conversations with internal and external customers
SUPPORT
Email Graham
graham@gtetraining.com
New Zealand
+64 21 246 8885
Australia
+61 404 190057
