Hello Friends,

I just had a thought. Most days when I write to you I share tips about the things I find helpful or that might help other people. But I do that assuming you have a clear idea who I am, and what I do. So, I thought I'd remove the assumption and tell you.

My Background

Before becoming a coach, I spent 30+ years in leadership positions. First in the software industry, then in health research. I've held team, site, regional and national management positions.

Along the way I also learned a lot about the art and craft of leadership. I studied improvement theory with Warwick University Business School, Leadership with Ashridge Business School and Innovation at INSEAD (Paris). I also taught leadership as a faculty member of a national leadership program.

I trained as a level 7 Executive Leadership Coach and Mentor and am registered with the EMCC (European Mentoring & Coaching Council). You don't have to be qualified to call yourself a coach, but it certainly helps.

Executive & Leadership Coaching

This is something I do 1:1 with leaders across the world. Typically we are working on the challenges leaders face in getting things done, managing people and achieving goals. It is something that works really well online. It's very goal oriented.

Team Coaching

I have a range of workshops I use to help teams to work better together. This can work really well when it is run alongside 1:1 coaching for the members of a team, but it doesn't have to. Often I am brought in to help a team through a couple of workshops.

Personal Coaching Programs

Personal coaching follows similar processes to executive coaching, but it also looks at other areas of a person's life. For me, this is always aimed at professional people and their work/career is central to the work. Typically coaching programs are more structured than classic 1:1 coaching. This is where my HeRO Program fits.

Facilitation & Keynote Speaking

I have many years' experience running events, away days and team bonding sessions. Blending this with my skills as a coach, helps me to run sessions that are interesting and productive for everyone involved. "Best leadership talk I have ever heard" was feedback I was very proud to receive.

Peer Networks

I run a peer network for Managing Directors based across the north of England, but also online peer networks for people looking to improve themselves. Learning from other people, when properly curated, can be a real accelerator for growth.

Mentoring

With my experience in leadership, I have a lot of knowledge that can help people with a wide range of issues. Sometimes this works better as a mentoring rather than a coaching relationship. I also have created a successful coaching business and advise others on how to do the same.

So, as you can see, my portfolio of work is varied and interesting. I have clients in North and South America, the UK, Europe, Africa and Asia. And I love what I do.

So, if you are looking for help for yourself, your staff or your team, get in touch.

See you tomorrow, Stephen

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