Leadership Lab: SME leadership training, coaching and networking programme

Running a purpose-driven SME often means wearing every hat.

The Leadership Lab is a six-week immersive programme to help you step out of the daily grind and into a strategic leadership mindset.

Join an intimate cohort to level up your practical management skills, career plan and personal brand. We blend hard technical leadership skills with the inner work needed to prevent burnout.

About the provider

I.G. Advisors is an award-winning B-Corp and strategy consultancy bridging social impact, fundraising and business growth. We help purpose-driven leaders build sustainable, high-impact organisations.

Who this is for

Ideal for SME founders and leaders wanting to:

• Hone operational skills (decision-making, culture, finance).
• Amplify their external profile and influence.
• Build confidence in their leadership identity.
• Hit the ground running after a promotion.
• Map big-picture career and impact goals.

What will be covered

Expect three hours/week of interactive learning and peer coaching to troubleshoot real-time challenges. You gain:

• The Motivational Stuff: Articulation of your professional superpowers and unique purpose.
• The Technical Stuff: Financial literacy, strategic decision-making, time management, and hard conversations.
• The Fun Stuff: A cringe-free personal brand overhaul (pitch, LinkedIn bio, headshot).
• The Network: Cross-sector allies for long-term community and collaboration.

How to apply

Dates: 8 Sept to 13 Oct 2026 (Virtual). Applications accepted on a rolling basis. New dates added frequently.

Investment: £1,000 GBP for Grow London Local individuals/sole traders.

Apply: Visit the website for a five-min application to express interest in future dates and ask questions.

Eligibility requirements

No eligibility requirements. However, this programme is ideal for social enterprises, non-profits, purpose-driven SMEs or leaders who want to accelerate both their revenue and their impact.