8 weeks | 12 CPD Points | Online live sessions | Next cohort starts: 24 September 2026
How do you stay well, think clearly and perform at your best in a world of constant change, competing priorities and increasing demands?
Grounded in neuroscience, positive psychology and practical behaviour change, this eight-week programme provides the knowledge, tools and habits to help you build resilience, strengthen self-awareness and sustain your energy under pressure.
Through a combination of learning, reflection and practical application, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of how your brain, mindset, habits and environment influence wellbeing, performance and long-term success.
The programme is delivered by leading expert Deborah Hulme. Harnessing her deep expertise in neuroscience and leadership, Deborah transforms complex science into practical strategies for enhanced wellness and performance.
Module 1: Foundation and Assessment
Recognise and strengthen the foundations necessary to stay well and perform well in a changing and demanding world. Identify where you are starting from, reflecting on where you may benefit from focusing your attention throughout the programme.
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Module 2: Brain and Mind
Change your thoughts, change your brain, change your reality. The greater your understanding of how the brain and mind work together, the greater your ability to influence your thinking, habits and responses. By understanding and improving how you think, you can develop greater cognitive flexibility, adaptability and performance under pressure.
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Module 3: Stress Management and Social Connection
Learn practical strategies to manage pressure, regulate your response to stress and strengthen the relationships that support wellbeing, resilience and performance. Discover how small changes in the way you think, respond and connect can have a significant impact on your wellbeing, happiness and effectiveness.
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Module 4: Sustainable Wellbeing and Performance
Cultivate the thoughts, habits and practices that shape your experience of everyday life. Drawing on positive psychology and neuroscience, explore practical ways to strengthen wellbeing, increase positive emotions and create the conditions that help you thrive personally and professionally.
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The programme is designed for internal communication and engagement professionals who want to better understand themselves, strengthen resilience, manage pressure effectively and create the foundations for long-term wellbeing, fulfilment and success.
Thrive Well is an 8-week programme delivered online, including:
The following schedule details the live sessions of the programme. On-demand material, group discussion activities and individual work will also form part of the programme.
All times are UK. Delivered via Zoom.
| Activity | Timing |
| Learning Session | 24 September, 10am - 12pm |
| Q&A | 1 October, 10 - 11am |
| Learning Session | 8 October, 10am - 12pm |
| Q&A | 15 October, 10 - 11am |
| Learning Session | 22 October, 10am - 12pm |
| Q&A | 29 October, 10 - 11am |
| Learning Session | 5 November, 10am - 12pm |
| Q&A | 12 November, 10 - 11am |
Location: online via Canvas - an online learning environment - and Zoom for the sessions.
CPD: the course provides 12 CPD Points for IoIC Members.
All participants will also receive a copy of Deborah Hulme's Book: Thrive Well.