'We say it the whole time, the world over...'leadership starts with trust'. So why is it so painfully absent?' Charlie Simpson

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My passion is helping leaders, organisations and communities to build trust and relationship with whomever they need to influence and be influenced by, in order to fulfil their purpose. I love seeing leaders blossom as they inspire and enable those around them. I particularly enjoy proving to those who might not see themselves as natural communicators, that communication skills are exactly that – skills, which with a bit of effort, can be honed to huge positive effect. I coach in many different sectors and situations - from finance to fashion to industry to not-for-profit, either generic communications coaching or for specific high pressure situations - fund raising, large pitches/ bids, M & A ( eg: Management presentations for PE exits) and important conference / AGM speeches.

 

An early career at the Bar (crime, family and licensing), followed by 14 years as a professional actor (West End, RSC, & TV from classic drama to soap), followed by 16 years as a communications coach has given me the insight and tools to challenge and enhance my clients' abilities to be great listeners, and persuasive speakers, as they seek to make a difference in whatever their context.

 

I coach senior and aspiring leaders in a wide range of corporate, Not For profit & private clients in the UK and cross culturally in Europe, Africa, & Asia. This experience has taken me into broader issues around leadership styles, facilitation and mediation (I am a qualified mediator). My passion remains face to face communication and a better world in which people “connect” for the common good.

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'Your added value has been immense, and the team perceived very quickly your tremendous experience. For most of the managers it was the first time they were going through such a process. You put them into a confident mood, respecting cultural specificities, and you were able to bring the team together speaking one voice.'

Pierre Fleck. CEO Europart Group.