Leadership has changed. Today's leaders are expected to be adaptable, emotionally intelligent, and consistently high-performing, all while supporting the wellbeing and performance of their teams. But most leaders were never taught how to do this.
Many find themselves reacting under pressure, carrying the emotional load of their team, and trying to perform at a high level while running on empty. Over time, this takes a toll on the leader, the team, and the organisation.
In this SpeakIn Live Learning Session, Ruth Kent introduces the concept of Attuned Leadership, a framework that helps leaders regulate their own internal state so they can show up as calm, responsive, and connected. Leaders who master self-regulation don't just perform better themselves; they create the conditions for their entire team to thrive.
This session is designed for junior and mid-level professionals who lead people or aspire to, across all sectors and industries.
• Build self-literacy and the ability to recognise your own stress responses under pressure
• Understand the early signs of poor wellbeing in yourself and your team
• Strengthen leadership capability through self-attunement and co-regulation techniques
• Reduce psychosocial risk by developing deeper team connection
• Step into your leadership role with calm confidence and greater capacity
Ruth Kent is an award-winning, public health-backed Workplace Wellbeing Coach, Trainer, and Keynote Speaker based in Brisbane, Australia. With over 25 years of experience and 15,000+ hours of facilitation across classrooms, boardrooms, and stages, Ruth brings evidence-based, deeply practical expertise to every session.
She is the founder of Sunrise Well and a trusted wellbeing partner for organisations including ANZ, Medibank, Commonwealth Bank, Cushman & Wakefield, RACQ, and Adelaide University. Ruth is professionally trained across public health, psychology, coaching, mindfulness, and performance, including through the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). She is a 2025 HCANZA Business Achievement Award Winner.
Ruth's approach goes beyond inspiration. Participants leave her sessions with tools they can use immediately and results that actually stick.
