Lead forward
with clarity, confidence
and purpose
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By unbossing your leadership style and creating the conditions for people to thrive at work
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Discover world-class programs, tools, frameworks and coaching to make an impact, regardless of your title or experience.
For less than a coffee a day, start your journey to becoming a future-fit leader.
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BECOME A FUTURE FIT LEADER
Old leadership habits don't work anymore
Workplaces today are more demanding than ever. Whether youâre stepping up or already leading, the pressure to perform, stay current and keep growing never stops. Leadership isnât just keeping the ship afloat. Itâs about motivating people and driving results, even when times are tough.
But let's be real. Old leadership habits aren't cutting it anymore.
What happens if nothing changes?
Burnout creeps in. Morale sinks lower. And opportunities to prove your potential and make a meaningful impact slip away.
But you donât have to figure it all out alone
To succeed in the new world of work, we need to unboss leadership by moving from control and hierarchy to empowerment and collaboration.
nextgenify Academy helps you step up and lead forward so that you stay sharp, confident and future fit in fast-changing workplaces.
Discover how to transform your leadership
Leadership doesn't have to feel lonely
Being a leader, whether you have the title yet or not, can feel isolating. Especially when it feels like all the responsibility rests on your shoulders.Â
The Academy offers a supportive community where you can connect with like-minded professionals, share insights and even help shape new resources and scenarios so the Academy grows with you.
It's time to say goodbye to loneliness, overwhelm and imposter syndrome.
JOIN THE COMMUNITYExclusive Earlybird Offer ends soon
nextgenify Academy v2.0 launches on 1 September, loaded with future-fit programs, strategies and tools for:
- Ambitious professionals and emerging leaders keen to step up and make a difference
- Current leaders keen to embrace unbossing, drive bold change and amplify their impact
- Organisations ready to accelerate impact and supercharge transformational growth
For a limited time, you can secure earlybird pricing starting from just AU$16 per week (billed annually).
*** 20% off until 31 August ***
Bonus for fast movers: the chance to be gifted a complimentary 30-minute coaching session with Cherie
When you join as an earlybird, youâll unlock access to:
- Lifetime discount freeze
- Online leadership training and master classes
- Proven models, actionable tools and inspiring case studies
- Certificates to support your professional and career development
- Monthly coffee chats with Cherie
- Personal Mural board
Be quick: 20% off ends soon.Â
Use code EARLY20 at checkout to lock in your special rate.
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The 5 pillars of nextgenify Academy
Engaging programs
Online leadership courses, live webinars and monthly coffee chats with Cherie to grow your leadership and influencing skills and connect with others
Proven models and frameworks
Frameworks like
the Future-Fit Organisational
Model, Work in 3D Model and Conscious Unbossing Framework, giving you a roadmap to lead with clarity and purpose
Actionable
tools
Curated templates, guides, methods and checklists to tackle everyday leadership challenges with confidence and impact
Practical scenarios
Playbooks designed to help you navigate common workplace challenges, from influencing senior leaders to improving collaboration
Inspiring
stories
Case studies of courageous leaders who dared to do things differently, showing whatâs possible when you lead forward
How it works
Step 1
Choose your plan and sign up
Step 2
Access online programs, frameworks, tools and resources straight away
Step 3
Join live sessions, apply insights and take decisive action to lead forward
Step 4
Record progress in your Personal Leadership Lab, including certificates for career growth
Step 5
Set checkpoints to reflect, reset and embed new ways of leading and workingÂ
JOIN NOW
Outdated ways of working are holding you back
Do you feel stuck following inefficient processes or old ways of working that no longer deliver results? Outdated ways of working sap energy, waste time and keep you and your team from reaching your potential.
nextgenify Academy helps you ditch whatâs not working and replace it with modern, proven methods to lead forward with impact and influence.
That means unbossing the way you lead and work, so that people can do their best work and achieve extraordinary outcomes as a team. Â
DITCH INEFFICIENCIESFeeling overlooked? Start leading with impact today.
Do you feel like your potential is going unnoticed?
Waiting for someone else to recognise your value can leave you feeling stuck and frustrated.
At nextgenify Academy, you learn how to take control, step up and build influence â no matter your current title.
Gain the confidence to step up, show your worth and become a trusted change-maker in your organisation.
Balance leadership and life without burning out
Balancing team demands, organisational priorities and your personal life can leave you feeling stretched too thin.
nextgenify Academy equips you with practical frameworks to work smarter, not harder. This helps you thrive in demanding professional environments while also meeting your development goals.
By focusing on purpose-driven leadership skills and ditching inefficiencies, you reclaim time, lead with clarity and still have room for the life you want.
JOIN TODAYStop waiting for the perfect conditions, lead forward right now.
You donât need a new title or perfect conditions to make a difference.
Start where you are with tools you can apply today.
Fund it yourself for less than a coffee a day, or ask your organisation to support your growth through their professional development budget.
Get your free guide: Small shifts, big impacts
Youâre under pressure to deliver, working with tight budgets, stretched teams and processes that donât make sense anymore. Promotions seem like a distant dream, and the frustration of feeling stuck is all too real.
But hereâs the truth: You donât need a fancy title or perfect conditions to start leading and making an impact.
Leadership starts with small, intentional actions that create big ripple effects.
Thatâs why Iâve created this free workbook just for you.
âSmall shifts, big impacts: Practical ways to lead forward at any levelâ
What youâll get:
- Actionable tools: Start leading with purpose by using proven frameworks
- Time-saving strategies: Ditch inefficiencies and focus on what truly matters
- Practical tips: Build trust and transparency, one small step at a timeÂ
Whatâs included in nextgenify Academy membership?
Your membership includes all the strategies, frameworks and tools you need
to lead forward with confidence.
Programs
Expert-led sessions to help you step up and make an impact:
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Online courses on purpose, strengths and making a difference
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Masterclasses and webinars on building your influence and impact
- Completion certificates to support Professional Development Plans and Continuing Professional Education
Models
Proven frameworks to guide your leadership and tackle challenges:
- Leadership Traits Framework: Develop your leadership superpowers
- Work in 3D Model: Dare, ditch and dial your way to impact
- The Future-Fit Organisations Model: Create strategies that thrive in uncertainty
- Transformation Zones: the eight zones of activity for sustainable change
Tools
Practical methods and templates that equip you to:
- Clarify the path
- Strengthen connections
- Lead and inspire teams
- Work smarter
- Navigate complexity
- Adopt future-fit leadership and work practices
Each tool has an audio walkthrough, tool description, step-by-step guide, pro tips and ready-to-use template.
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Scenarios
Playbooks on common work challenges and opportunities, such as:
- Setting up projects and teams for success
- Optimising your time
- Improving team communication and collaboration
- Handling tricky conversations
- Turning blockers into opportunities
- Leading without authority
Each scenario has an audio walkthrough, overview and links to recommended tools.
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Stories
Inspiring examples of future-fit leadership in action:
- Stories of extraordinary leaders transforming their organisations
- Case studies on new ways of leading and working
- Feature articles on purpose-driven leadership and innovationÂ
- Keep all your notes, progress and achievements in one spot with your Personal Leadership Lab, a custom Mural template created especially for nextgenify Academy members.
- Youâre welcome to suggest topics for Coffee Chats or new content so the Academy continues to grow with your needs. If your idea is published, youâll receive a complimentary 1:1 coaching session with Cherie.
Who is the Academy for?
Emerging and experienced leaders in Australia or anywhere in the world who:
- Would love world-class leadership coaching
- Want to do meaningful work that matters
- Are ready to ditch inefficiencies
- Want to unboss the way they lead and work
Who is the Academy not for?
Professionals who:
- Arenât ready to invest in their growth
- Prefer theory over practical action
- Want quick fixes without long-term impactÂ
Meet Cherie: Your guide to future-fit leadership
Hi, Iâm Cherie, and Iâm here to help you lead forward.
Over the decades, Iâve worked as a transformation consultant and leadership coach across industries, sectors and teams of all shapes and sizes, in Australia and around the world.
Along the way, Iâve seen it all: the good, the bad, and the downright inefficient.
I know what itâs like to feel stuck, wrestle with outdated processes, suffer from imposter syndrome, or question how you can make a real impact when the odds seem stacked against you. Chances are, Iâve been where you are now.
Thatâs why Iâve made it my mission to empower professionals like you to lead with clarity, confidence and purpose.
Iâve spent years refining tools and frameworks that simplify complexity and turn challenges into opportunities. nextgenify Academy is my way of sharing everything Iâve learned so you donât have to spend decades figuring it out the hard way as I did.
Together, weâll explore modern, practical approaches that make leadership more meaningful and impactful.
Leadership isnât about waiting for the perfect conditions or the perfect title. Itâs about stepping up right where you are, right now.
I canât wait to support you on your journey to becoming a future-fit leader.
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Cherie is recognised as a leading authority on conscious unbossing, making work matter and driving impactful change. She frequently appears in the media, on podcasts, at conferences and events.
She shares fresh perspectives on how to work, lead and use your influence to create meaningful impact in todayâs fast-changing world.
Keen to book Cherie to speak at your next event? Head here.
Take it from them
A few words from nextgenify Academy members
"The Academy is the perfect promotion present for anyone on my team stepping into a leadership role.
It has everything they need to build confidence and step up as a leader."
CEO,
Digital Marketing AgencyÂ
"nextgenify Academy stands out for its thoughtful course design and resource richness. From adaptive decision-making to inclusive team dynamics, the modules are practical and inspiring.
The live mentorship and toolkits set it apart from generic online courses."
Yue Qin,
Senior Business Consultant
Siemens Energy
"I focused on goal mapping and 3D leadership.
I loved the platform's look and feel!
The webinars are just the right length which is a big plus for busy people."
Sahar Albaharna,
CEO and Innovation Coach
Trusted by leaders
What Cherieâs clients say about working with her
Leonie Rothwell
Director
"Cherie brings her global mindset, knowledge and incredible experience to every interaction. Be ready to do what you previously thought was impossible."
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Deborah Moldrich
Executive Manager
"Cherie really helped me to challenge my mindset and step into my leadership with renewed confidence during a period of change in my portfolio. Her encouragement and extensive knowledge and experience has enabled me to successfully implement new, modern ways of working for myself and my team that will amplify the success of our transformation."
Junhua Li
Head of PMO
"Cherie has inspired me to get out of my comfort zone and challenge myself to reach my full potential. I have benefited tremendously from her extensive professional experience."
Leadership grounded in expertise and research
nextgenify Academy is built on proven frameworks and in-depth research, including Cherie's published white paper: Rethinking the Future of Work in a Fragile World.Â
The white paper delves into the evolving workplace landscape and outlines what it takes to lead effectively in the years ahead.
Itâs been downloaded by professionals and organisations across industries as a guide for building future-fit leadership.
Want to learn more?
Download your free copy
 Who weâve helped
Your investment
Future-fit leadership starts from less than a coffee a day.
Right now you can secure your Earlybird Rate with 20% off until Sunday 31 August.
Use code EARLY20 at checkout to lock in this discount for the lifetime of your membership.
Need permission from the boss? Weâve got you covered
Not sure how to ask your manager to support your nextgenify Academy membership?
Weâve made it simple with a ready-to-use template that you can personalise to make your case.
DOWNLOAD THE LETTERFrequently asked questions
Got questions? We have answers. If you can't find what youâre looking for, send us an email and weâll get back to you soon.
Whatâs included in the membership?
Can my organisation pay for my membership?
What if I donât have a formal leadership title?
I already have a full plate. Will this add more to my workload?
Do I need to be in Australia to join?
Iâm not sure if this is the right time. Should I wait?
How will the Academy help me succeed at work?
Will the Academy help me stand out for new opportunities?
Can the Academy help accelerate my career growth?
Can I use Academy achievements in my Professional Development Plan (PDP)?
Can I claim Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits?
How does the Academy choose new topics and tools?
What if I canât attend the live sessions?
Can I cancel anytime?
Friendly fine print
Our leadership academy guidance and resources are here to empower and equip you with expert strategies to lead with confidence and purpose. We aim to share tools, insights and evidence-based approaches to support your growth as a leader. However, our resources are not a replacement for specialist advice, such as HR, legal or financial counsel. We encourage you to seek professional advice for those areas as needed.
We deeply respect and value the expertise of others in their fields. Thatâs why we make every effort to credit the sources of the tools, quotes and evidence shared in the Academy. If you notice something that needs updating or feel something could be improved, weâd love your input.
Finally, while we work hard to provide accurate and useful information, all content is offered as-is, without warranties or guarantees. Your leadership journey is uniquely yours, and itâs important to adapt what you learn to suit your style, needs, and goals.
Weâre here to support you every step of the way and warmly welcome your feedback and suggestions.
