Coaching

I provide one-on-one coaching to help leaders sharpen their decision-making, enhance their personal performance, and overcome challenges. My coaching focuses on practical, actionable strategies that drive real change and growth.

My coaching style

I love helping leaders gain clarity, build confidence, and unlock their potential. It's high-stakes work with big payoffs.

Through tailored coaching, I'll help you break through obstacles and develop the mindset and skills needed for sustained success.

Targeted coaching to focus on your unique ambitions, challenges and goals
A confidential, supportive environment where you can be open and honest to try new approaches
I'll bring practical, actionable insights and strategies that work in the real world
No fluff – just clear, straightforward guidance to help you lead with confidence.

Working with me

I’ve worked with leaders across various industries, roles, and backgrounds. Here’s what you can expect:

In-depth partnership

I’m your trusted coach, offering ongoing support and guidance to ensure you stay on track long after our sessions. Think of me as your personal sounding board and accountability partner.

Tailored solutions

Each coaching session is uniquely designed to fit your specific challenges and goals. I draw on a range of proven tools and techniques, but everything is customised to suit your needs, mindset, and aspirations.

Psychological safety

I create a safe, open space where you can be honest and vulnerable without fear of judgment. This allows us to address tough issues and explore new ideas with confidence and clarity.

Clear next steps

After each session, you'll walk away with actionable steps to move forward. No jargon, no fluff—just clear, practical direction that helps you make real progress.

From vision to execution

I work with leaders to build the skills and mindset needed to achieve their goals. Whether you're navigating a tough decision, refining your leadership style, or tackling imposter syndrome, I help you take practical steps forward.

Leadership Development

I coach leaders to refine their decision-making, manage teams more effectively, and drive results. Together, we focus on building confidence, improving influence, and cultivating leadership skills that inspire others.

High-Performance Mindset

I help individuals build the mindset needed for consistent, high-level performance. This includes goal-setting, decision-making, and developing the mental resilience to push through challenges.

Personalised Strategy

Whether it’s sharpening your vision, refining your approach, or developing a roadmap for success, I help you create a clear, actionable strategy tailored to your unique strengths and objectives.

Executive Presence

I coach senior leaders to develop executive presence – the ability to lead with authority, communicate with impact, and build trust with their teams and stakeholders.

Overcoming Challenges

From imposter syndrome to navigating organisational change, I help leaders overcome personal and professional obstacles that are holding them back from reaching their full potential.

Time Management & Focus

I coach individuals to master time management, boost productivity, and stay focused on what truly matters. Together, we tackle distractions, refine priorities, and create systems that help you make the most of your time while maintaining balance.

VISION & VALUES

“James worked with us to decipher the National Space Centre's values. He facilitated group storytelling workshops and created bespoke resources for us. James asked the right questions throughout the whole process, and our team found him very easy to work with. His input was impartial, insightful and extremely valuable.”

Kersti Fourcin
Communications Manager
National Space Centre

STRATEGY CREATION

“James ran an offsite for our board to define our strategy for the coming years. It was incredibly helpful to have a skilled facilitator to help us analyse our business, clarify our thinking and challenge us to make decisions on our future direction.”

Chris Peach
Chief Financial Officer
Munnelly Group

INNOVATION WORKSHOPS

“I’ve organised and attended a number of workshops facilitated by James, and would highly recommend him. He’s easy to work with, puts participants at ease and has a creative, practical approach.”

Prof. David Wagg
Sheffield University &
‍Alan Turing Institute

TEAM DEVELOPMENT

"James helped us run an all staff away day after 2 years of remote working. Many staff had never met and the event really brought us together. James listened to the brief and together we designed a fun and engaging programme which ensured we achieved our aims. James was very easy to work with, efficient, accommodating and he is a skilled facilitator."

Lisa King
Senior Programme Manager
Health Technology Wales

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

“You have achieved so much. Your influence and training have resulted in outcomes that exceeded my hopes and expectations.”

Jenny Green
Founder & Director
AEL Outdoor Solutions

TEAM DEVELOPMENT

"Just want to take the opportunity to thank you again for a really great, lively, useful session. Definitely the best I’ve been part of."

Stacy-Ann Wilson
Head of Global Marketing
Oxford Economics

VISION & VALUES

"From the minute I spoke to James, he came across as an expert who was incredibly knowledgeable and wanted to understand our business and objectives so he could get the best out of us. James tailored his approach to ensure everyone was heard - from physicists to HR!"

Kath Pallas
Head of HR
SmartKem

Testimonials

I loved working with these clients, and am grateful for their kind words. Will you be next?

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