From Capable to Commanding
An intimate, full-day intensive course for Toronto-area women who are preparing for high-pressure conversations, leadership transitions and bigger decision-maker roles.
This intimate, full-day intensive is designed for Toronto-area women who are preparing for high-pressure conversations, leadership transitions and bigger decision-maker roles. Expect 5+ hours of executive communication, nutrition, fitness and mindfulness coaching.
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FROM CAPABLE TO COMMANDING
FROM CAPABLE TO COMMANDING
From Capable to Commanding
DATE: Saturday, Sept. 19
TIME 8:30 AM — 3:40 PM
LOCATION: Startwell, Toronto
PRICE: CAD$775 + tax*
This intimate, full-day intensive is designed for Toronto-area women who are preparing for high-pressure conversations, leadership transitions and bigger decision-maker roles. Expect 5+ hours of executive communication, nutrition, fitness and mindfulness coaching.
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*Bring a Friend — CAD $1,400 + tax for two (use code FRIENDSEPT at checkout)
What’s Included
5+ hours of executive communication, nutrition, fitness and mindfulness coaching
Real-life high-pressure scenario practice
Commanding Presence 12-week plan
Curated networking with ~20 women leaders
Professional headshot | light breakfast | full lunch
Our Whole Body Approach
What you carry in your body and mind into high pressure professional situations matters just as much as the notes you prepped the night before.
Being in command of a moment is a performance state. Performance relies on body, mindset and execution strategy. Our programming addresses this with nutritional guidance, physical training, mindfulness exercises and leadership tools to help empower leadership.
We marvel at the potential of a women with all of herself fully in sync. That is the outcome we strive for. The result in being able to go from not just capable, but to be commanding.
This intimate, full-day intensive is designed for Toronto-area women who are preparing for high-pressure conversations, leadership transitions and bigger decision-maker roles. Expect 5+ hours of executive communication, nutrition, fitness and mindfulness coaching.
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What Our Clients are Saying
"The day exceeded my expectations in every way…this workshop provided an experience that balances all aspects of life to be your most successful!”
Catrina | Director, Scotiabank"The day was very well planned, and I walked away with a lot of tips on nurturing my physical and mental well being for greater resilience and higher performance."
Saabia | Director, RBC"The facilitators were incredibly passionate about their areas of expertise and I came away from the day with practical - and manageable - ways to be more well rounded - in a guilt free, take charge way!"
Jennifer | CPA"I felt supported and motivated throughout, and I have already noticed positive changes in my daily routine and at work."
Marilyn | Director, ScotiabankMeet your Coaches
Myra Reisler | Founder, She Commands
Myra is a strategic leader with 20+ years of experience mobilizing organizational change and driving operational effectiveness across complex, multi-billion dollar financial services enterprises. She knows what it takes to influence major decisions and organizational change, and to communicate with impact when it counts.
Myra is passionate about mentoring high-potential talent, particularly women - helping them build confidence, clarity, and the ability to operate with intention in high-pressure environments. She believes strong leadership is developed through both empowerment and accountability: creating the conditions for people to step forward, while expecting them to follow through.
Myra also has a lifelong passion for pushing physical limits whether in the gym, on a dance floor or hanging from a trapeze. Myra chases high standards in every domain of life. She built She Commands to ensure ambitious women like her have the practical tools to perform at work and in life to their greatest potential.
Paula Vital | Mindfulness Coach
Paula Vital is a lawyer turned award-winning mindfulness coach, yoga therapist, speaker and writer dedicated to helping you move from striving to thriving by accessing the power of the present moment. She co-leads the Ontario Public Service Mindfulness Program and Mindfulness for Leaders Certificate Program, offering daily mindfulness to over 60,000+ public servants across the province.
Through Coaching programs for organizations including the Ontario Leadership Network, Ontario Bar Association, Bell Canada Legal Department, The Source, the Toronto Stock Exchange, and Scotiabank, Paula provides leadership on creating a workplace culture that supports innovation, creativity, authenticity and open conversations about stress and mental health.
Alanna Banks | Subconscious Pattern Specialist
Alanna Banks helps people understand the internal patterns shaping how they think, react, communicate, and make decisions under pressure.
Her work focuses on the connection between subconscious conditioning, emotional regulation, self-trust, and behaviour change, helping people move out of autopilot reactions and into more intentional responses in leadership and life.
Known for translating deep inner work into grounded, practical tools, Alanna blends subconscious patterning, identity work, nervous system awareness, and behavioural strategies to help women create meaningful, lasting change and lead more intentional, empowered lives. Her approach is direct, reflective, and focused on helping women better understand themselves so they can respond with greater clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
Jenna MacLeod | Exercise Specialist
Jenna MacLeod is an award-winning Certified Personal Trainer, movement educator, and lifelong athlete who truly believes that fitness is for every body. She is the world’s first Isophit Strength Training Coach™, specializing in evidence-based isometric and functional training that supports longevity, performance, and injury resilience.
Jenna has an Advanced Diploma in Fitness and Lifestyle Management and certifications as a Functional Aging Specialist and Older Adult Training Specialist. She has been recognized as a Top 50 Trainer, received a Leadership Award in Fitness and brings both heart and expertise to every training session.
Melissa Cosentino | Certified Nutritional Practitioner
Melissa is dedicated to helping busy individuals achieve lasting health and wellness through a balanced approach to nutrition and lifestyle. A graduate of the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, Melissa empowers her clients to create sustainable habits that support a healthy body, mind, and soul.
Through her virtual and Toronto-based practice, MellyFit Nutrition, Melissa offers personalized nutritional counselling and wellness programs in both one-on-one and group settings. Her goal is to guide clients toward uncovering the root causes of their health concerns, improving overall well-being, and achieving their unique health goals with confidence and clarity.
Melissa has completed continuing education certifications in Digestive Health, Clinical Detoxification, Blood Lab Analysis and Functional Testing. She specializes in digestive health, stress management, and detoxification. She is a member of the Canadian Association of Natural Nutritional Practitioners and holds the CNNP designation.
A Full Day Intensive - What to Expect
BREAKFAST & MINGLE
Fuel your mind and body for an energized day with breakfast, espresso and casual conversation. This is your opportunity to get a headshot.
8:30 — 9:15 AM
FOUNDATIONS
We’ll get to know each other and set intentions for the day with a mindfulness exercise. Next, we will explore what it means to “command” your presence and guide you through a self-evaluation to establish your baseline.
9:15 — 11:00 AM
BREAK
OVERCOMING PRECONCEIVED LIMITS
Identify how your body reacts to pressure and learn how to use that data to reset without being thrown off your game. Practice prepared language to respond with control when you’re interrupted, challenged, dismissed or talked over.
Practice cognitive focus under pressure by performing mental tasks during physical exercises that elevate your heart rate.
11:10 AM — 12:15 PM
LUNCH
EATING FOR COGNITIVE CLARITY
Finish your lunch while a Nutritionist explains how to fuel with intention and choose brain foods to increase performance.
12:40 — 1:00 PM
PRESENCE OF MIND & BODY
Learn mindfulness techniques to reset your focus without losing momentum and exercises to strengthen physical endurance for powerful presence posture.
1:00 — 1:40 PM
BREAK
HOT SEAT
Practice the techniques you’ve learned on real-life scenarios in groups of 4-5 people. Observe each other and provide feedback. Share lived experiences and lessons learned.
1:50 — 3:20 PM
CLOSING
Share your biggest takeaways. Make a promise to yourself to implement 1-2 commanding presence techniques immediately. Make a commitment to keep each other accountable.
3:20 — 3:40 PM
This intimate, full-day intensive is designed for Toronto-area women who are preparing for high-pressure conversations, leadership transitions and bigger decision-maker roles. Expect 5+ hours of executive communication, nutrition, fitness and mindfulness coaching.
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*Agenda subject to change. Final agenda to be shared with participants at least 24hrs in advance.
Not sure yet? These answers to common questions might help.
Prepare to practice and discuss one real life conversation/meeting where how you show up matters. You will have an opportunity to get some notes on paper at the event before your scenario practice, so no need to come with notes in hand.
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How do I prepare?
What should I wear? What should I bring?
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Headshots AND exercise?! We want you to be comfortable and feel like the best you. If that means changing into more comfy clothes after headshots, go for it. Otherwise, anything you can move around comfortably in will work just fine.
A workbook and pens will be provided. Laptops are discouraged to help you stay present, but you’re welcome to participate however you’ll feel more engaged. Healthy meals and snacks will be provided. Coffee, tea and water will be available throughout the day — feel free to bring a water bottle, if you prefer.
How many people will attend?
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This will be an intimate, bespoke event with approximately 20 participants.
For groups of five or more, reach out to boss@shecommands.ca. For groups of twenty or more, it's worth looking at a custom on-site workshop.
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Is there a group rate?
Your employer may cover your registration through an existing learning or professional development budget. A receipt will be issued that's straightforward to expense or submit for reimbursement. Some organizations require manager approval before you register, so check your internal policy first.
You can download the From Capable to Commanding Professional Development Overview and attach it to your approval request. If your employer has any questions or needs an invoice in a particular format, send us a note and we'll sort it out.