Having The Edge
Testimonials
Glenn O'Grady
“Richard’s input for GuideSmiths was timely and vital. Some warts needed to be exposed and decisions made to harness and accelerate our impressive growth. Richard led us through the strategy process, which was a real watershed moment for the founders and the senior team. As a result of Richards’ work, the founders have stepped back into Chairman roles and the Leadership Team are driving the business to new heights. Until Richard was engaged to help clarify and refine our strategy (and how to achieve it), this felt like a near impossible goal. Richard helped us bring all the loose threads together and got them moving in the same direction. He continues ably coaching the joint chairmen.”
Solutions: Individual, Team, Strategy
Julia Beran and Hamish Kirwan
“Richard’s direct and ‘no-BS’ approach to team coaching has given all members of our team the confidence to communicate with and challenge each other effectively. He has the unique ability to not only coach founders but also help develop their vision and strategy. He not only shares so many of our core values, but he has helped enhance our team’s belief in its values and its ability to practice them fully. Richard has steered us on the path of collective success.”
Solutions: Individual, Team, Strategy
Steve Phillips
“Richard’s coaching has really helped me think through some tricky problems. Without it I would probably have let a few things slip under the carpet. Because of him pushing me to focus on the things that matter, I have addressed them head on and the company is significantly better off because of it. He now understands me, my business and many of the key challenges we face. His coaching continuously challenges me and helps me grow.”
Solutions: Individual
Jeremy Terry, CEO
“Richard has supported our business for over 5 consecutive years providing highly valued coaching to the senior team both as individuals and as a group during our period of sustained growth, tackling both specific briefs and also ongoing one-to-one coaching initiatives. Richard’s unique ability to quickly understand the underlying dynamics of individuals and the their role in the wider group coupled with his incisive style ensure a constant level of authenticity and openness prevails throughout our work together.”
Solutions: Individual, Team, Strategy
Tammy, Senior Director, Global Publisher
“Richard’s coaching programme was invaluable to me after I was promoted to a senior leadership role. His no-nonsense, ‘tell it like it is’ style was refreshing and I really appreciated his ability to spot what I wasn’t able to see clearly. Part of the power of Richard’s approach is his ability to build rapport seemingly effortlessly and to flex his style from session to session which kept me on my toes, challenged in a positive way and constantly learning. I still use a number of the techniques Richard taught me and I know I’m a stronger strategist and more empowered leader than I was before I worked with him. I would not hesitate to recommend Richard’s coaching programme.”
Solution: Individual
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