The 7 Levels of Energy Leadership
Unlock Your Potential Through Conscious Leadership!
Energy Leadership, developed by Bruce D. Schneider, identifies different energy states that influence how we approach life and leadership. The 7 Levels of Energy Leadership provides a powerful framework to understand how you show up in life, work, and leadership. We use seven different energy “levels” to describe the types of energy a person experiences and expresses.
These levels represent the different ways you respond to stress, challenges, and success—and the energy you bring to every situation. The higher your level of energy, the more conscious, innovative, and fulfilled you become. The lower your energy, the more reactive, drained, and stuck you may feel.
Here’s how someone experiencing each level of energy might react in a situation where they are on a team with a co-worker who is very forceful and directive.
LEVEL 1: Lack of choice. Victim energy. I can’t. I have to. Fearful.
“I’m so upset. It’s like I don’t even exist—they just ignore me.”
LEVEL 2: Anger. Combativeness. Resisting or fighting energy.
“I’m going to tell them off. I’m so MAD!”
Level 3: Rationalizing. Fine.
“It’s okay. They’ve been here a long time and ARE on my team. I guess I can just deal with it.”
Level 4: Care. Compassion. Service to others.
“I really want the best for them and for the company. I’m happy to support them in any way I can.”
Level 5: Reconciliation. Win-win. There’s no good or bad, right or wrong.
“Where’s the opportunity here? How can we both win?”
Level 6: Intuition. Creative genius. The space of brilliant visionaries.
“We’re all connected, and everything here has value and purpose.”
Level 7: Complete passion for all aspects of life. Oneness.
“I feel complete passion and joy in this and all situations.”
While you might notice that levels 1 and 2 are largely catabolic and probably won’t bring about the greatest results, there’s no "good" or "bad" energy per se.
Each type of energy has inherent advantages and disadvantages and can be consciously used to reach specific goals. It’s also normal for us to cycle up and down the spectrum… we rarely hang out at one level all the time.
🌱 Why does this matter?
Your energy level directly impacts your results—in business, relationships, health, and happiness. By understanding and intentionally shifting your energy, you can lead yourself and others with greater effectiveness, authenticity, and fulfillment.
Change the way you view the world, approach problems, and engage with others.
When combined with the personally tailored Energy Leadership® Index debrief, the ELI assessment can help you look closely at where (and how) you’re investing your energy. This way, you’ll be able to make a plan and adjust your priorities in support of your work and life goals.
Lead with Purpose. Operate at Your Best.
How you show up shapes everything—your team, your results, and your impact.
The Energy Leadership® Index (ELI) assessment gives you a clear, inside look at how you’re leading today—where your energy is focused, what’s driving your actions, and where subtle drain points may be limiting your success.
Through a personalized debrief, we’ll unpack your results and identify exactly where shifts are needed. Together, we’ll create a focused strategy to help you align your energy, sharpen your leadership, and achieve the outcomes that matter most.
And when paired with ongoing coaching through iPEC’s Energy Leadership® Development System, this work doesn’t just create change—it drives lasting transformation:
✔️ Clearer, more effective communication
✔️ Increased confidence and influence
✔️ Stronger relationships and team dynamics
✔️ Greater productivity and performance
✔️ Elevated leadership presence
Lead with clarity. Show up with confidence. Make an impact that lasts.
Ready to unlock the next level of your leadership?
