Lead What You Can Control 2026

Discover a practical, proven framework to stay grounded under pressure, manage complexity with confidence, and influence what matters most

In today’s demanding and fast-changing professional environment, it is easy to become overwhelmed by pressure, uncertainty, and factors beyond our control. When our focus is consumed by what sits outside our influence, stress rises and effectiveness suffers.

This practical webinar introduces the Circle of Control framework, helping participants focus their energy where it matters most. Drawing on principles of resilience, self-awareness, and adaptive thinking, attendees will learn how to stay grounded under pressure, respond more thoughtfully to challenges, increase their influence, and positively shape the people and outcomes around them.

This webinar is introductory to intermediate, practical in focus, and suitable for professionals across small and large firms.
Key topics include:

• Understanding the Circle of Control framework and how to apply it in professional life
• Identifying what sits within your control, influence, and concern
• Strengthening resilience and emotional regulation under pressure
• Staying grounded in your values, mindset, and purpose during challenging times
• Responding thoughtfully to uncertainty rather than reacting impulsively
• Increasing your influence by focusing energy where it creates the greatest impact

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By attending this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Apply the Circle of Control framework to navigate pressure and competing demands
• Distinguish between what can be controlled, influenced, and let go of
• Strengthen resilience and regulate emotional responses in challenging situations
• Respond more thoughtfully and adaptively to uncertainty and complexity
• Increase their influence and positively shape the people and outcomes around them

SUITED TO

Professionals in professional services including partners, managers, and team leaders with responsibility for leading or developing others.

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PRESENTER

Maya Nova, Director, MindBalance

Maya Nova is an international speaker, leadership coach, and mindful and adaptive leadership specialist with with experience spanning almost two decades supporting individuals, teams, and organisations to develop emotional intelligence, resilience, and leadership capability. Her work focuses on helping professionals navigate complexity, pressure, and change with greater clarity, steadiness, and integrity.

Known for her grounded and practical approach, Maya translates reflective insight into everyday leadership skills that support sustainable performance in demanding environments. Her clients include PwC, ANZ, TVNZ, CAANZ, Auckland Council, and the University of Auckland.