The document summarizes research findings from a report on leadership practices in high-performing Australian workplaces. The research found that high-performing workplaces have 12% higher productivity, 25% higher innovation, 23% lower turnover, and spend more time on people management and understanding customers. It identifies seven factors of high performance and discusses the importance of "authentic leadership" through communicating a compelling vision, living shared values, and involving employees. The forum discussion focuses on how to influence leaders' communication effectiveness by persuading with research, motivating through context, and creating an organizational DNA and performance action plan for leaders.