Leadership
Presence and connection for leaders, teams and organisations.
Leadership isn't a solo performance. It's the ability to connect, adapt, and lead an ensemble.
Highly skilled people become leaders worth following when they develop presence and connection - with themselves and with the people around them.
ENSEMBLE LEADERSHIP
An ensemble is a high-performance team aligned with a shared purpose behind a Director's vision.
In theatre, an ensemble is a group of artists who work towards a shared vision, where the success of the performance depends on the connection between every individual involved.
The best organisations work the same way. Not a collection of talented individuals, but a team where everyone is present, connected and supporting each other.
THREE AREAS OF PRACTICE
My approach centres around three areas - not as distinct and separate, but as spheres that are constantly developing and informing each other.
01.
SELF
Breath, body and voice.
Stability and presence under pressure.
02.
OTHERS
Active listening.
Genuine 1-to-1 connection.
Relationships built on trust.
03.
ENSEMBLE
Creating a culture where people feel supported enough to be safe, and stretched enough to grow.
THE ENSEMBLE LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP
A practical experience-led day for leaders and teams.
Develop the practical skills to become the leader of a connected, creative and collaborative ensemble.
Using techniques from the rehearsal room, actor training and performance psychology, learn how to become a leader teams want to follow.
By the end of the day, participants can:
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Stay Calm Under Pressure
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Hold Difficult Conversations
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Build Trust Quickly
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Create the Right Conditions
Every participant also receives a 30-minute 1-to-1 with Marcus at three months to chart their progress and cement their learning.
Participants leave with the PEOPLE framework - a practical guide for any leadership moment that puts people first.
Particularly well-suited to graduate schemes, fast-track programmes and high-potential talent pathways. Also leadership teams preparing for change, growth or increased pressure.
For groups of up to 12 participants.
Available as half day, full day or multi-day intensive.
"A truly energising and insightful session - a unique perspective on leadership and communication"
Ayjemal Kulhanova, The Henley Partnership, Henley Business School
EXECUTIVE DIRECTION
One-to-One direction for leaders.
This is direction - not coaching.
Working closely together over a series of sessions, we develop your presence, your voice and your ability to connect in the moments that matter most.
We don't just look at what you do. We work on you - the person behind it all.
This is about how you feel as a leader. How you understand yourself, connect with key individuals and build a team around you.
For established or emerging leader who want to develop a more grounded, present and connected way of leading.
Available in-person or online. Tailored entirely to you and your specific goals.
