From the Battlefield to the Boardroom: Why Coaching Matters to Me

For years, my career placed me in roles where leadership, resilience, and bringing out the best in people weren’t optional — they were essential. But here’s the thing: the moments I’ve valued most haven’t been about hitting targets or scaling organisations. They’ve been the moments when I’ve seen someone unlock their potential, take a step they didn’t think they could, or finally believe in themselves.

That realisation is what led me to coaching.

I’ve seen first-hand how a single conversation, at just the right time, can change everything — someone’s confidence, career path, or even their sense of purpose. That’s what excites me. And that’s why I created this platform: to spark more of those conversations. A space where leaders, teams, and individuals can pause, reflect, and cut through the noise.

This isn’t theory for me. My perspective has been shaped by lived experience — from serving as a British Army officer, to founding and leading a national training organisation, to running an award-winning business. Each chapter has been full of pressure, change, and growth. But the common thread? People. Supporting them, challenging them, and helping them realise what they’re truly capable of.

What I’ve learnt is that leadership isn’t about titles or authority. It’s about clarity, empathy, and courage. Leaders today are under relentless pressure to adapt quickly, navigate complexity, and inspire others. Coaching provides a rare chance to step back, think deeply, and reconnect with what really matters.

So, what will you find here? Not just strategies and tools (though there will be plenty of those), but also real stories, reflections, and lessons — from my own journey and from working alongside leaders, founders, and high-performing teams.

My hope is simple: that something you read here will challenge your thinking, spark a fresh perspective, or give you the confidence to take the next step in your own journey.

This is just the beginning, and I’m excited to share it with you. Whether you’re stepping up, scaling out, or starting again, coaching can help you lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. And that’s exactly why this platform exists.