i4 Neuroleader™ Course PLUS 360° Feedback Assessment
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What you’ll learn
how you lead.
Enhance your leadership abilities while boosting well-being and resilience.
Unlock the leader
your brain
was designed to be.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Course is a 40-hour online experience that helps you understand how your mind works, how others perceive you and how to lead with more focus, creativity and confidence.
It includes a neurobiology-based 360° Feedback Assessment that gives you a rare, honest view of your strengths and blind spots from the people who know you best.
Understand what your leadership needs next.
You’ll gain a clear, personalised roadmap for how to grow, adapt and lead at your best in a world that keeps accelerating.
Our assessment measures four core capacities and sixteen deeper abilities that future ready leaders need to stay effective, human and ahead as technology reshapes how we work.
More about the i4 Neuroleader™ Model below👇
You perform at your best when your mind, brain and body are aligned. When your inner systems work together, you lead with focus, energy and steady follow through even under pressure.
ABILITIES:
Integration
Balance
Ethics
Mental Readiness
You build momentum by how you show up with others. When you stay open, authentic and grounded, you create trust and move people forward together.
ABILITIES:
Inspiration
Communication
Generosity
Courage
You turn curiosity into meaningful action. By exploring ideas with purpose, you connect insight to execution and create what did not exist before.
ABILITIES:
Imagination
Drive
Curiosity
Attitude
You stay present as conditions shift around you. By noticing change early and responding with clarity, you lead with confidence rather than reacting under pressure.
ABILITIES:
Intuition
Awareness
Influence
Adaptability
Inspired by the
Make Me A Leader Documentary
Gain access to 16 exclusive interviews from our eight time award-winning documentary, then deepen the experience through neuroscience, storytelling and practical tools that upgrade how you lead.
You do not just learn about leadership. You experience the shift as you apply brain-friendly strategies to your work and life.
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Details
Designed for individuals and teams seeking to assess and enhance their leadership abilities while boosting their well-being and resilience.
- Coaches, leadership facilitators, consultants and entrepreneurs.
- Leaders and their teams from private or public sectors.
- University students aspiring to refine their leadership skills.
- Individuals interested in cultivating their leadership skills.
You will have access to 40 hours of self-paced learning that you can begin at any time. The program is designed to fit around your schedule, with 12 months to complete all lessons. If you choose to study for about 4 hours per week, you can comfortably finish the program in around 10 weeks.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Methodology is built on years of research into how the brain influences performance, collaboration, innovation and agility. Developed by the About my Brain® Institute under the leadership of Silvia Damiano, this framework integrates neuroscience, psychology and human development to reveal how biological factors shape the way people think, relate and lead.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment has been statistically validated and continually refined as new findings emerge in the fields of brain science and wellness. What began as a pioneering research project has evolved into a living methodology, updated over time to reflect the latest evidence on how humans function at their best. By working with this model, coaches and leaders gain access to a scientifically grounded approach that transforms how individuals and teams operate in the modern workplace.
Unlike our certification programs, this course is intended for personal development purposes. The course player guides you through the lessons in chronological order, and once you reach the end you receive a certificate of completion with a ‘brain-friendy leader’ stamp.
ICF Accredited.
Globally Recognised.
If you are looking to renew your ICF ACC, PCC or MCC credentials, we've got you covered!
The i4 Neuroleader™ Course is accredited by the International Coach Federation as a Continuing Coach Education program.
40 hours ICF CCE:
24 Core Competency
16 Resource Development
• • •
This foundational course is included when you purchase the Brain-Friendly Leadership or i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment Certification programs.
Topics
requires a different
kind of leader.
Understand the 5 stages of mind/brain development to become more integrated and achieve higher levels of success.
Gain insights into the science of meditation and acquire practical tips to improve clarity of mind and focus.
Find purpose by creating new neural connections and developing positive habits for a happier life.
Explore the 7 wellbeing and biohacking strategies for optimal performance and graceful ageing.
Tap into the power of your heart to master the ability to inspire, motivate and communicate with others compassionately.
Understand the neurobiology of imagination and reset your brain to become more creative for effective problem solving.
Learn about your microbiome and understand its link to intuition, decision-making and mental health.
Uncover the stressors in your life and apply the most appropriate self-care strategies.
Learn how to identify your personal values and your organisation’s values so you can make ethical decisions that support business growth and keep your people genuinely engaged.
Learn to think innovatively to pair vision with strategy, while inspiring others to execute with purpose.
Bonuses
The assessment measures your leadership capabilities and wellbeing against a global benchmark.
You can invite feedback from 12 rater groups including peers, managers, direct reports, customers, mentors, suppliers, family and friends. This multi perspective insight helps you understand how your leadership is experienced by others, revealing your strengths, gaps and potential blind spots so you know where to focus your growth.
Delivered through engaging, self-paced video lessons led by business leaders, scientists, coaches and leadership experts.
Each lesson combines clear neuroscience insights with real world leadership context, so concepts are easy to grasp and relevant to everyday challenges. Videos are supported by written guides and step by step instructions that help you translate ideas into action, keeping your learning focused, practical and immediately applicable.
Our course includes a rich library of resources designed to support learning beyond the screen.
You will have access to practical PDFs, curated publications, reflective tools and links to relevant articles that deepen your understanding of the neuroscience behind leadership. These resources are designed to help you integrate insights into your daily work and life, so learning continues long after each module is complete.
Access the i4 Neuroleader™ Course wherever you are, across your phone, tablet or computer.
The learning experience is designed to fit into real life, allowing you to engage with content in focused moments rather than long sessions. This flexibility supports consistent progress and helps you apply insights naturally within your work and daily routines.
Access full previews of our 3 core books through the eBook viewer in your learning platform.
Leadership Is Upside Down, The i4 Neuroleader™ Compendium and Brain-Friendly Leadership explore the research, thinking and evolution behind the methodology, giving you a deeper understanding of the science and principles that shape the i4 Neuroleader™ Model. These books act as trusted reference points throughout your training, helping you connect insight to practice as your learning unfolds.
The course is designed as a connected ecosystem of learning that supports you in working deeply with your i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment results.
On enrolment, you receive 12 months of access to course lessons and resources, allowing time for reflection, application and integration. Annual renewal extends your access and includes a new 360° feedback assessment, helping you track progress and support ongoing leadership development.
Use i4 with teams
Brain-based leadership development and wellbeing training designed to work at scale.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Course & 360° Feedback Assessment is designed for team and organisational delivery as a flexible, plug and play system.
It combines individual assessments, group reporting and a rich ecosystem of learning resources that can be delivered in modules or workshops over time.
Are you a coach or consultant?
Tailored solutions for teams and workplaces.
Apply the i4 Neuroleader™ Program to your context while building a shared understanding of leadership across the 4 competencies and 16 core abilities of the i4 Neuroleader™ Model.
The result is a scalable, human centred system that supports alignment, development and measurable leadership growth across teams and your organisation.
Customers who use i4
Trusted by leaders across industries.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Debriefing process is the first step towards a great adventure, not only in someone’s professional life but also in their personal life.
The neuroscience behind this program is absolutely fascinating and has blown me away. Getting to understand how powerful the brain is would be one of the biggest highlights.
It was a great opportunity to be exposed to a framework that has a universal application. This gave me a wider view and I am seeing connections to other aspects of my life.
It is this combination of being able to explain the understanding of how the brain works and the proven neuroscience research that makes the i4 Neuroleader™ Model even more objective.
Excellent combination of digestible science with practical tools and models. Accessing Silvia’s brain with such depth of knowledge and experience was fantastic. I am a richer person!
The i4 Neuroleader™ Model focuses on personal leadership and the ‘whole person’, which represents the increasing trend and focus on wellbeing and the integration of the whole person at work.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Certification was user-friendly, engaging, and well-organized. I enjoyed the flexibility of completing it at my own pace and exploring additional resources that piqued my interest.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Certification has provided me with great insights into why the brain is the new frontier when it comes to developing leaders.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Program & Model offers a holistic approach to human potential. By integrating elements of the brain, heart and gut, it takes a transformative approach to growth and development.
Attending the i4 Neuroleader™ Certification was a true privilege. Silvia's passion for neuroleadership was inspiring, and I commend the About my Brain Institute team for creating such an innovative model!
If you want to be involved in the kind of product that can change the world, make a difference and release people’s full potential, become an i4 Neuroleader™ Practitioner.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Model leverages neuroscience to deliver an innovative yet practical model that creates Brain-Friendly Cultures where people can thrive.
A key takeaway from the i4 Neuroleader™ Certification is the importance of balance between body and mind. It's about achieving a harmonious orchestra of brain function, and the i4 Neuroleader™ equips you with the tools to synchronize your brain.
I really enjoyed it - looking forward to continuing my journey around neuroleadership. The quality of the material is really great & there is so much available.
Our team & faculty
Our i4 Neuroleader™ Programs showcase professionals in leadership, neuroscience, business, coaching, strategy, design, health and wellness.
Several of our faculty members are also featured in our documentary ‘Make Me A Leader’, which has received eight international film festival awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you are an experienced leader or stepping into greater responsibility, the i4 Neuroleader™ Course is designed to meet you where you are. This program is built for leaders who want to strengthen how they think, decide, relate, and perform in complex environments using applied neuroscience rather than theory alone.
You will learn how to apply current insights from brain science to real leadership challenges, from managing pressure and energy to leading people through change. The course equips you with practical tools to strengthen performance, collaboration, innovation, and agility at both an individual and team level.
You will gain access to a complete learning ecosystem that supports ongoing application. This includes structured frameworks, reflective tools and a proven methodology you can confidently use to develop yourself and lead others with greater clarity and impact.
Yes, it is. The i4 Neuroleader™ Model & Methodology was first conceptualised by scientist and leadership expert Silvia Damiano, founder of the About my Brain® Institute in 2009. With more than two decades of experience in leadership development and coaching, Silvia combined the latest findings from neuroscience with insights from psychology, systems thinking and human development.
The model was shaped by a four-year global research project involving expert interviews, leadership surveys and analysis of the traits of inspirational leaders across diverse industries. Once validated, this led to the creation of the i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment, a 128-item tool measuring the abilities, traits and behaviours underpinning the core competencies of Performance, Collaboration, Innovation and Agility.
After years of prototyping, testing and statistical analysis, the assessment and certification programs officially launched in 2013. Since then, thousands of people across all continents have completed the assessment in both public and private sector organisations.
In 2014, Silvia Damiano published Leadership is Upside Down, detailing the research and business case for a new kind of leadership model, one grounded in biology, not hierarchy. Since then, the About my Brain® Institute has continued to refine the methodology, ensuring that it evolves in step with new discoveries in neuroscience and wellness.
Silvia’s ongoing commitment to scientific integrity and human-centred leadership ensures the i4 Neuroleader™ Model remains one of the most robust, future-fit frameworks for developing brain-friendly leaders at every level.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Course and 360° Feedback Assessment are designed as a complete, end-to-end system that integrates measurement, learning, and application. Rather than offering theory in isolation, the program combines a neuroscience based assessment with structured learning resources that support real leadership development and wellbeing over time.
At the core of the model is contemporary research in neuroscience and neuroplasticity, exploring how the brain changes, adapts and interacts with the body. This research foundation allows the i4 Neuroleader™ Model to address leadership capabilities often overlooked by traditional frameworks, including inspiration, imagination, intuition and brain body integration. Together, these elements create a more human, adaptive and sustainable approach to leadership development.
Every assessment is designed for a specific purpose. Some explore personality, others focus on behaviour or thinking styles. The i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment is different. It is built to explore how leaders think, adapt and operate under real world conditions, using neuroscience as its foundation.
Rather than competing with existing tools, the i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment complements them. It can be used alongside other programs to add a deeper, brain-based perspective that supports growth rather than labelling or categorising individuals.
At its core, the assessment measures the mindsets and attitudes that drive meaningful leadership and organisational development. It focuses on the four competencies leaders need now and in the future of work: Performance, Collaboration, Innovation and Agility.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Model & Methodology was first conceptualised by Silvia Damiano, who founded the About my Brain™ Institute in 2009.
With a science background combined with 20 years of experience in leadership development, Silvia created the i4 Neuroleader™ Model after collating and analysing the most recent and cutting-edge neuroscience findings and health applied to leadership.
Other inputs that contributed to the development of the model and assessment, included interviews with experts, surveys and analysis of the traits of inspirational leaders conducted at a global scale across a variety of industries over a 4 year period.
The outcome of this research was the development of a 128-item questionnaire that assesses the abilities, traits, attitudes and behaviours that underpin the meta-competencies of Performance, Collaboration, Innovation and Agility. These 4 competencies are divided into 4 sub-scales called ‘pillars’ totalling 16 (see below). Out of the 128 items, each pillar is made up of 8 assessable items.
Once the i4 Neuroleader™ Model was tested and its impact studied, the process of developing the assessment commenced in 2012. The assessment was officially launched in 2013 after a period of prototyping, testing & statistical analysis. In 2014, Silvia Damiano published the book “Leadership is Upside Down: The i4 Neuroleader Revolution” which describes the research and the rationale of the i4 Neuroleader™ Model as well as the business case of why we need to look at leadership through a new lens to thrive in the 21st Century.
Yes. The i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment was developed through a multi year research process grounded in neuroscience, neuroplasticity, and leadership science. The model was conceptualised by Silvia Damiano and informed by global research, expert interviews, surveys, and analysis of leadership traits across industries and roles before the assessment was launched.
The assessment has been rigorously tested for reliability and validity using internationally recognised statistical methods, including internal consistency testing, test retest analysis, and confirmatory factor analysis. These processes ensured that each competency and pillar measures what it is intended to measure with a high level of consistency and accuracy.
Ongoing research and regularly updated benchmarking ensure the tool remains robust, relevant, and aligned with the evolving demands of leadership and wellbeing in the future of work.
Read more here.
A 360° feedback process gives leaders a fuller, more accurate picture of how they are experienced by others across different contexts. Rather than relying on self perception alone, the i4 Neuroleader™ 360° Assessment gathers structured feedback from the people who interact with you most closely, including managers, peers, direct reports, customers, suppliers and other key stakeholders.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment allows you to invite up to 12 raters across 12 distinct categories, including family and friends. This is a unique feature of the methodology and reflects the reality that leadership behaviours are shaped not only at work, but across life. By including perspectives beyond the workplace, the assessment captures patterns that traditional tools often miss.
The result is a deeper and more human view of leadership. Leaders gain insight into strengths, gaps and blind spots across environments, helping them understand the person behind the role and make more conscious, sustainable changes that support performance, wellbeing and growth over time.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment is designed to amplify what is already strong in your leadership. It focuses on identifying the capacities and abilities that support effective performance, adaptability, and wellbeing, so development builds on existing strengths rather than starting from deficit.
Results highlight where your natural leadership energy is most available and where further development will deliver the greatest return. This strength led approach creates momentum, confidence, and clarity, helping leaders progress without unnecessary friction or self judgement.
The learning experience then translates these insights into practical action. You are guided to deepen and extend your strengths in ways that are sustainable, relevant, and aligned with the i4 Neuroleader™ Model, supporting leadership growth that feels grounded and achievable.
Yes. Progress reporting is built into the i4 Neuroleader™ experience so you can clearly see how your leadership develops over time. When you complete a re assessment, your results are visually mapped in your updated i4 Neuroleader™ Report, making changes in your capabilities easy to recognise and reflect on.
We recommend re assessing after twelve months of learning, reflection, and real world application. Sustainable leadership change takes time. As new habits form and neural pathways strengthen, progress becomes visible through consistent practice rather than quick fixes.
The assessment is offered through an annual subscription, which includes one assessment per year alongside continued access to learning resources. This structure supports long term development, helping insight turn into measurable and meaningful growth.
You have 12 months from your enrollment date to complete the course. If you need more time, you can renew your annual access by purchasing an additional assessment. This renewal gives you another 12 months to complete the lessons and receive your certificate of completion. It also includes an additional i4 Neuroleader™ 360° Feedback Assessment, so you can track your progress and compare results over time.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Course is designed as a flexible, self paced learning experience that adapts to your priorities. After completing the introductory lessons, you can move through the course in the order that best supports your development.
Many participants choose to focus first on the pillars highlighted in their i4 Neuroleader™ Report, using the course as a practical resource to deepen insight and guide application. This approach allows you to work intentionally, applying learning where it will have the greatest impact.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment and Report is available in 3 languages:
- English
- Spanish
- Thai
The i4 Neuroleader™ Course videos have Spanish subtitles. If you are interested in translating the assessment and report into your own language, or requesting additional subtitles for our videos, contact us.
The i4 Neuroleader™ Course is accredited by the International Coach Federation – Continuing Coach Education (CCE) for 40 CCE hours.
In addition, the i4 Neuroleader™ Program has been industry recognised by the ‘The 100% Human At Work’ ‘Virgin Unite’ Initiative and voted as one of the Best Leadership Development Programs by the ‘Australian Institute of Training & Development’.
Our program also includes exclusive interviews from the ‘Make Me A Leader’ Documentary, a film that has won 8 international awards:
- Winner August 2018
Hollywood International Independent Documentary Awards - Winner Best Documentary Feature 2018
Los Angeles Independent Film Festival Awards - Winner Best Director 2018
Los Angeles Independent Film Festival Awards - Winner Best Production in a Feature Documentary 2018
Global Nonviolent Film Festival - Winner Merit Award of Awareness 2018
Awareness Film Festival - Official Selection 2018
Lift-Off Global Network Amsterdam - Finalist July 2018
Oniros Film Awards - Semi-Finalist 2018
Hollywood Screenings Film Festival
Yes! The i4 Neuroleader™ Course carries the hours you need to renew your ICF ACC, PCC or MCC membership credentials.
Total = 40 CCE hours
- 24 hours Core Competency
- 16 hours Resource Development
After completing all lessons, your certificate of completion is issued and accessible through your learning dashboard.
Note, that this foundational course is included when you purchase the Brain-Friendly Leadership or i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment Certification programs.
Certainly! The i4 Neuroleader™ Methodology is designed for universal applicability, suitable for any setting. Leadership development is an endeavor accessible to everyone. Universities and colleges can purchase the Self or 360° Feedback i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment.
The 360° Feedback Assessment is inclusive of a self-paced online development course and resources for training staff and students. The 'Make Me A Leader' Documentary is freely available in the public domain for educational purposes.
To get certified in the methodology, please visit this page here.
You receive immediate access to the i4 Neuroleader™ Course after payment. An email with your login details is sent right away. If you do not see it, please check your spam folder. Your 360° Feedback Assessment invitation is sent within 48 hours after enrolment.
This global program aims to provide professional development and continuing education for leaders, coaches and consultants who provide services to organisations or individuals.
This course is unique in its approach and based on leading-edge thought leadership and the latest scientific findings. As such, it goes beyond any national education or qualifications frameworks currently offered in the market. The International Coaching Federation has accredited the curriculum as a CCE program, reflecting the evolving nature of the coaching profession.
Evidence-based concepts and tools have been used to ensure all participants can enhance the competencies outlined by the International Coaching Federation through a new lens, neurobiology.
We stand by our program 100%. If you have a problem, we’ll solve it or refund you within 7 days of purchase (only if the digital content has not been accessed).
Please review our return policy.
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i4 Neuroleader™ Course PLUS 360° Feedback Assessment
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