Leah Lo

Leadership Coach for First-Time Managers | The Gain Lab

In the modern corporate landscape, managers are the most important bridge between high-level strategy and ground-level execution. Leah Lo specializes in ensuring that bridge is built on a foundation of confidence and skill.

Working specifically with professionals stepping into their first leadership positions, Leah bridges two critical gaps:

The Bottom-Up Gap: Helping managers lead the charge on new innovations and align their teams with executive goals.
The Top-Down Gap: Equipping leaders to foster trust, streamline communication, and ensure work moves smoothly.

Leah’s coaching transforms "experts" into "leaders," giving them the mindset shifts and leadership frameworks they need to succeed in their new chapter.

Track Record of Impact

Leah brings a unique blend of artistic mastery and leadership expertise to her coaching practice. As the former Associate Principal of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra , she spent over a decade leading high-pressure performances and managing cross-functional teams—experiences that mirror the challenges faced by today’s leaders. Her journey from accomplished musician to trusted coach was shaped by overcoming personal battles with imposter syndrome, self-doubt and the pressure of high-stakes decision-making. This transformation fuels her passion for guiding professionals through their own leadership evolution.

From Orchestra Leadership to Empowering Leaders

Leah’s career pivots—from musician to leadership coach—equip her with a nuanced understanding of growth under pressure. She knows firsthand the weight of responsibility that comes with stepping into a new role, whether leading a symphony section or managing a corporate team. Her clients, including managers and newly promoted leaders, benefit from her ability to translate the precision of musical collaboration into actionable leadership strategies.

Why Partner with Leah At The Gain Lab?

Leah’s clients praise her empathy, clarity, and results-driven approach . By blending COR.E Leadership Dynamics™ and Energy Leadership™ frameworks, she creates a safe, welcoming space for professionals to confront challenges like:

Overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome,
Navigating team dynamics and strategic decision-making,
Building resilience to lead confidently in high-pressure environments.

“It takes time, practice, and trust in the process. But once you build that inner strength, nothing can silence your potential.”

– Leah Lo