Leonie Murray – Leadership Coach based in Perth
Leonie Murray is the Founder of The Art of Leadership and a highly respected Leadership coach, Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, and Career Strategist working with leaders, professionals and organisations across Australia.
With more than 25 years of experience in leadership, human resources and executive coaching, Leonie helps individuals build confidence, lead with clarity, and create meaningful career success without burning out or second-guessing their worth.
A Leadership Career Built on Experience, Insight and Impact
Leonie’s professional background spans senior human resources leadership, organisational development, and executive coaching across diverse industries, including oil & gas, manufacturing, health, recruitment, retail and the not-for-profit sector.
This depth of experience gives Leonie a unique edge: she understands leadership not just in theory, but in practice inside complex organisations, during periods of growth, change and uncertainty.
Throughout her career, Leonie has partnered with:
- Senior leaders and executives
- Emerging leaders and high-potential professionals
- Teams navigating change, growth or transition
Her work is grounded in real-world leadership challenges, supported by research and evidence-based coaching models.
Professional Certifications and Memberships
Leonie’s qualifications reflect her commitment to excellence and expertise:
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Certified Executive Coach
Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership, Australia
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Gallup Certified Strengths Coach
Gallup, Australia
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Imposter Syndrome Coach
Dr Lisa Orbre-Austin, coaching.com, USA
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Affiliate Member
International Coaching Federation
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Certified Practitioner Human Resources (CPHR)
Australian Human Resources Institute
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Tertiary Qualifications in Business and Human Resources
Massey University, New Zealand
Gallup Strengths Coaching – Leading From What You Do Best
As a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, Leonie specialises in helping individuals and teams leverage the CliftonStrengths® framework to achieve sustainable performance and confidence. Rather than focusing on fixing weaknesses, Leonie helps clients:
Identify their natural talents and what they are good at
Develop those talents into strengths and competitive advantages
Apply strengths strategically in leadership and career decisions
Why Strengths-Based Leadership Works
Gallup research consistently shows that strengths-based leaders create higher engagement, stronger performance and better well-being. Leonie integrates this evidence-based approach into all her coaching programs to ensure lasting impact, not short-term motivation.
Evidence-Based Support for Lasting Confidence
Using strengths-based coaching and reflective practice, Leonie helps clients:
- Understand where imposter syndrome comes from
- Reframe limiting beliefs
- Anchor confidence in evidence, strengths and capability
- Show up with authenticity and self-trust
This work is particularly impactful for high performers who appear confident externally but struggle internally.
Why Work With Leonie Murray?
Clients choose Leonie because she brings together:
- Extensive leadership and HR experience
- Gallup-Certified Strengths expertise
- Evidence-based coaching methodologies
- A grounded, practical and supportive approach
Leonie’s coaching is not about quick fixes, it’s about lasting behavioural change, confidence and leadership growth.
Start Your Leadership Journey Today
Contact us today to learn more about our leadership coaching programs or explore how our Gallup Strengths Coaching can elevate your leadership journey. Together, we’ll turn your strengths into success.