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Executive Direction

Find your Presence. Lead the Room.

Bespoke 1-to-1 mentorship for high-potential talent, newly promoted leaders, and academic thought-leaders.

BEYOND EXPERTISE. LEADING WITH PRESENCE

You have the expertise, the data, and the role. Yet, in high-stakes moments, there is often a gap between your expertise and your impact. The "inner critic" won't quiet down, and the physical tension of performing leadership becomes exhausting.
 

I want you to enjoy leadership. This work is about moving past the corporate mask so you can feel genuine, authentic, and grounded. When you are calm under pressure, you don't just lead—you inspire.

How I Work

I want to build lasting confidence and presence. That's why I work in a very holistic way. I draw on a variety of techniques, practices and approaches, built through 15 years of experience in theatre, training and facilitation.

I want to build strong foundations so that you can feel grounded, present and connected in whatever context you find yourself in.

Embodied.
Experiental.
Human.
Practical.

To maintain a high level of individualised focus, I only work with a maximum of 5 Executive Direction clients at any one time.

WHO

This work is designed for:
 

  • High-Potential Talent & Newly Promoted Leaders.
     

  • Academic Thought Leaders & Leaders in Education.
     

  • Start-Up CEOs navigating rapid growth.

THE PACKAGES

LEADERSHIP DIRECTION

  • A 12-week deep dive into your authentic leadership style.

  • 6 x 90-minute bespoke sessions (In-person or Online).

  • Detailed write-ups and "Director’s Notes" after every session.

  • Personalised vocal/physical drills and exercises.

  • Email support between sessions for real-time challenges.

PERFORMANCE PREP

  • Focussed direction for a specific event.

  • 3 x 90 minute bespoke sessions (In-person or Online)

  • Ideal for an upcoming keynote, lecture, high-level pitch, or interview.

  • Narrative framing and structure.

  • Techniques to manage pre-performance nerves.

  • Warm-ups to help your voice and ideas carry with authority on the day.

Refine your package and discuss your specific aims

CONNECT

If you're curious about working together, or would like to ask a question, please get in touch. You can use the contact form or book a discovery call below.

If you want occasional reflections on presence, communication, and upcoming work, you can also sign up to my mailing list.

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