Executive Leadership Coaching
Strengthen your Professional Life with Executive Leadership Coaching
Cultural shift, a serious and often necessary piece of change management, is often the root cause for bringing in coaching support. The key reason that any kind of executive coaching support or training is successful, is when the coaching is regular, ongoing, challenging and supportive. There is no quick ‘sticking plaster’ approach to coaching yourself or your leadership team, and impartial executive coaching should be seen a good practice for any executive. Because every individual or company’s needs are different we suggest starting with a conversation with our MD Steve Nicholls.
Our professional life and career is a very important aspect that requires attention, passion, dedication and a zeal to keep learning and growing. We are never too old to learn something new and none of us can ever know everything! Successful people understand the need to seek new learning opportunities, broaden your knowledge and understanding, and strive for continuous growth. Thus, Leadership Coaching is essential for anyone who strives for complete career success.
Executive leadership coaching is a 1:1 coaching that enables a person to work on individual skills- weaknesses and strengths- to maximize your potential.
Executive leadership coaching can only be successful when the coaching is ongoing, challenging, and supportive when provided by a leadership coaching company.
Executive Connexions is a reputed and trusted name in the field of executive, career, and leadership coaching. With many years in the business, we understand the specific needs of our clients and provide tailor made solutions to suit a broad range of budgets.
First 100 Days Coaching
The First 100 Days, also referred to as the First 90 Days, is the critical early stage in a new role in executive coaching and leadership development, particularly at a senior level. It’s the time to make a good impression, take some impactful decisions, absorb the culture, align with the needs and different personalities of the business. At this stage, most executives need an external support to cope up with all the new changes, challenges and responsibilities. We can support this critical phase of a new role, and also add this input to a career coaching programme tailored to help you land your next big role.
Benefits of Executive and Leadership Coaching
Coaching in leadership with Executive Connexions maximises your potential, improves your skills and puts you in a position ahead of everyone else. This is not done by investing into your average executive coaching, it occurs when you develop your personal leadership skills, building more relationships and communications, and meeting more defined goals faster with coaching leadership development.
Executive leadership coaching benefits include the following coaching leadership skills gained:
- Quality executive leadership development coaching
- Improved communication skills
- Improved motivational skills
- Improved decision making
- Improved management skills
- Positivity
- Taking the ‘strategic’ view
- Learning ‘Executive Presence’
- Delegating effective tasks through teams and individuals
- Creativity and ownership in the workspace for your own decisions
Why Would You Need Executive Leadership Coaching?
Your leadership coaching is tailored directly to your own needs. However, here are some of the reasons you may need it:
- Preparing for a change of career or role at your current place of work
- Managing a stressful period in the workplace where change or other factors are taking control
- Improving personal team leadership
- Improving leadership skills of staff in a business
- Personal development for individuals with high potential
- Coaching leadership style
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I have been a client of Steve’s since October 2021. He is an insightful coach and pragmatic connector who actively seeks ways to leverage his own (extensive) network to help his clients. He finds relatable ways to help you ask and address the tough questions that will ultimately result in you achieving your career ambition. It’s a pleasure to recommend Steve and Executive Connexions.
Fernando Parker 
“I thoroughly enjoyed engaging with Executive Connexions during a period where I was seeking to leverage my profile having previously worked within a very tight-knit network. My coach had excellent insight and is prepared to provide honest and focused feedback which is results driven.”
Dave MoranGroup CFO, Global 
With 20+ years of experience and after spending almost 10 years in my last job I was at a crossroads on the next move. I was looking for an expert who could guide me in the entire process. Working with Executive Connexions was the best decision I took in this direction. I would highly recommend getting in touch with Steve to open new doors in your journey.
Shweta Honavar 
“I engaged with Executive Connexions after working for the same Company in the same sector for many years. The prospect of considering a career in another sector was somewhat daunting. The coaching processes helped me to understand the market and how to approach it. I have been fortunate enough to land a new role. In my coach, I appreciated having an impartial sounding board and a knowledgeable ear. I have found the overall experience very positive.”
Martin EdwardsCOO (UK) 
I found Executive Connexions easy to work with, and although my engagement was relatively brief, I have already started to get in touch with recruiters and so far getting good feedback on my remodelled CV and LinkedIn profile. Opportunities are already starting to surface and the screening interviews have gone well, in large part due to the interview preparation work I did with my coach.
Rob Williams 
“I chose to work with Steve and his team in order to help me scope out and execute my next executive role. I found their service invaluable, firstly as a sounding board for ideas I already had, and subsequently with the structure and focus they helped me create for my search. The honest and helpful feedback on CV, interview practice and more generally regarding personal branding will have ongoing value to me in the future”
Ross LoganCFO, UK 
I just wanted to express my heartfelt appreciation to you for the work you did with me in preparing for my interview. My coach was very natural and genuine. Not only did he have extensive knowledge and experience in the field of interview coaching, but he cared about each of his clients. He gave me 110% of his time and focus during our sessions. Overall, very good investment in my career.
Gurleen Kaur 
Before I started to work with Executive Connexions, I successfully worked as CFO and CEO in a small stock-listed distribution company (sales: €36M) in Singapore for five years. As the main shareholder decided to change the strategic direction and my term was not renewed, he offered me another role in which I could contribute my financial skills.
It was a major decision to take on a career coach, but one which has changed the direction of my career for the better. Executive Connexions helps you find what is missing in your current work and together you work to find a path to get to the place where you want to be. My coach had a wide range of experiences; he was easy to connect with and speak to during the journey he took me on.
Susan ParkerVice President – UK 
What did I get from engaging with executive Connexions? Calm, experienced coaching support - listening and helping me to better understand what I was looking for. Guidance over CV writing and LinkedIn profile and activity, both of which made a big impact on my job search. Interview preparation support, with all of the difficult questions coming from Ric ahead of time so I was prepared and had answers ready when I was asked them in real life!
Ben KelseyCOO, UK 
“Executive Connexions has provided outplacement services for several of our employees. We found the team to be very helpful and adaptable in their approach which they tailored to the changing circumstances facing those leaving the business. They helped all of our employees to focus on the task of finding a new role, and have had a 100% success rate which is very satisfying for everyone.”
Darty PLCOutplacement Client 
“Wanted to drop you a short note of thanks for the insight and tips that have enabled me to formulate a more structured and disciplined approach to my on-line / social media activities. It has built confidence and made me a more all-round and at the same time discerning consumer and contributor. I also think that my channel selection and usage has become more effective.”
Wayne ThomasSupply Chain & Ops Executive – UK 
“I had no idea why I was not successful at interviews. The help and support for my interview preparation I received from them was invaluable. I am happy to say I have secured a new role, and If I had not hired Executive Connexions, I might not have been successful. To be successful, you should seek the best career advisers out there and Executive Connexions are the right choice.”
Amrit SandhuIT Executive – UK 
“I got practical advice, improved my CV, LinkedIn profile, built and better engaged my network, and got constructive interview feedback. All of this will continue to be of value and help me be in a stronger position for my next career step. My coach was warm and open and made me feel at ease throughout our interactions. I now know more about what I need from this type of relationship in the future.”
Alastair Smyth Head of Strategy & Change – UK 
“If you want to take your networking skills to the next level, Executive Connexions is your career coaching company. They know the executive job market, understand what it takes to work it and are great teachers. Steve himself is also a natural people connector — I not only made new professional connections, I made new friends.”
FlavioChief Technology Officer – USA 
Executive Connexions came highly recommended through a colleague. My coaches helped me improve my personal brand through networking and self-marketing, including written and verbal contexts, with lots of job interview practice. I would suggest that you speak to them to investigate the next stage of your career plan but I would add that you need to be focused and immerse yourself in their rigorous coaching processes to achieve success!
Marko GovorusaCEO 
“My career is my biggest asset; the right selection of a career coach was one of my most important decisions. Executive Connexions have been invaluable in providing career coaching to me. Very quickly, my coach was able to understand my career aspirations and my coaching needs. A very relaxed and thought-provoking coaching style brings a change. I can recommend Executive Connexions to anyone passionate about growing their career to the senior level of leadership.”
Hyder HasanSenior Finance Executive – Singapore 
Although my redundancy had been anticipated for a long time, I was determined to use it as a chance to launch a new career. I secured support for career coaching and the “Be Found” program as part of my redundancy settlement. Delays to the redundancy process also meant that I had 6 month’s notice, which having been continually employed for over 30 years was a very new experience, and at times very unsettling.
Working with Executive Connexions helped identify the weaknesses and strengths in my approach to the hidden job market. It made me consider what I really wanted to do in my career. As a result, I’ve been wider in my search, achieving a role outside my usual sector. I recommend Executive Connexions to senior executives who are facing a crossroads in their career path.
Luke IrelandManaging Director – UK 
“Just wanted to drop you a note to thank you for the daily ‘Be Found’ updates. I have found these updates extremely useful and I’m already starting to increase my social presence – in fact I have a live opportunity as a result. I’ll endeavour to continue the program on an ongoing basis!”
AlanSenior Finance executive UK 
“My coach had a lot of empathy and really cared about his clients. A very genuine person and very approachable. He was always available outside the Skype sessions if I needed his input on something. He is a good sounding board, without being a yes person and he is “on your side”. I think he will always do very well with female clients – he is very gender-neutral. And perhaps also with Non-Brits.”
Cristina 
I first spoke with Executive Connexions when I realized that changes may be happening at my company. After speaking with Steve, I then started working with my consultant who helped me find the right approach to moving my career. The key elements from which I benefited from the program were; creating a good CV, networking, interview practice, and self-presentation. If you’re thinking of coaching to help your career then speak to Executive Connexions!
Simon BennettTechnology Leader, UK 
Executive Connexions is more than a service that helps you find your next job. They were successful in doing this, but what I learned from the service was more valuable than this. The methods actually teach you how to be more relevant in today’s digital world. Now that I have landed the job I hoped for, I look forward to working with them as executive coaches. I highly recommend their service.
Brian NormanSenior Executive, USA 
I felt empowered when being coached. The coach quickly learned what my strengths were. Thanks to their patience, my CV and cover letter look much better than before, and I was able to get way more job interviews. During the mock interview sessions, they advised me on every single answer. I would recommend coaching to anyone who seeks to improve their job-hunting journey. With Executive Connexions help, you are in good hands!
Kiki ZhangBusiness Specialist 
I invested in career coaching at Executive Connexions after facing numerous rejections. Steve and his team were a game-changer for me. The insights and techniques I gained led to invitations for interviews in a remarkably short time to JLR and Rolls-Royce. I'm deeply grateful for the guidance and support that has reignited my career prospects.
Abozar Varandi 
After 11 years in a great organisation looking for a new role was always going to be a challenge and a steep learning curve.
Steve and the wider network at Executive Connexions were a huge help. The early work was critical, reflecting on the skills and experiences learned and equally working through what I could offer and what I might look for – before dashing off a CV or leaping into applications.
I have been fortunate to have a great network and expert support from Executive Connexions, and fortunate too to find a perfect new role.
Charles Byrne 
Working with Executive Connexions has been a game-changer for my career. Their tailored coaching approach helped me gain clarity on my goals and provided me with the strategies and confidence to take my career to the next level. The team's expertise, combined with their genuine support, made all the difference. I highly recommend their services to anyone serious about making a positive career move.
Sammy Massiah 
“I thoroughly enjoyed engaging with Executive Connexions during a period where I was seeking to leverage my profile having previously worked within a very tight-knit network. My coach had excellent insight and is prepared to provide honest and focused feedback which is results driven.”
Dave MoranGroup CFO, Global
“I chose to work with Steve and his team in order to help me scope out and execute my next executive role. I found their service invaluable, firstly as a sounding board for ideas I already had, and subsequently with the structure and focus they helped me create for my search. The honest and helpful feedback on CV, interview practice and more generally regarding personal branding will have ongoing value to me in the future”
Ross LoganCFO, UK
“I engaged with Executive Connexions after working for the same Company in the same sector for many years. The prospect of considering a career in another sector was somewhat daunting. The coaching processes helped me to understand the market and how to approach it. I have been fortunate enough to land a new role early into my coaching programme, and have also achieved a change of sector; something I thought would be unlikely at the start of my search for a new opportunity. In my coach, I appreciated having an impartial sounding board and a knowledgeable ear. I have found the overall experience very positive.”
Martin EdwardsCOO (UK)
“It was a major decision to take on a career coach, but one which has changed the direction of my career for the better.
Executive Connexions helps you find what is missing in your current work and together you work to find a path to get to the place where you want to be. My coach had a wide range of experiences; he was easy to connect with and speak to during the journey he took me on.
It’s an ideal partnership for those looking to change to something different or even to keep the same type of work.”
Susan ParkerVice President – UK Executive Connexions helps you find what is missing in your current work and together you work to find a path to get to the place where you want to be. My coach had a wide range of experiences; he was easy to connect with and speak to during the journey he took me on.
It’s an ideal partnership for those looking to change to something different or even to keep the same type of work.”
“Executive Connexions has provided outplacement services for several of our employees. We found the team to be very helpful and adaptable in their approach which they tailored to the changing circumstances facing those leaving the business. They helped all of our employees to focus on the task of finding a new role, and have had a 100% success rate which is very satisfying for everyone.”
Darty PLCOutplacement Client
“Wanted to drop you a short note of thanks for the insight and tips that have enabled me to formulate a more structured and disciplined approach to my on-line / social media activities. It has built confidence and made me a more all-round and at the same time discerning consumer and contributor. I also think that my channel selection and usage has become more effective.”
Wayne ThomasSupply Chain & Ops Executive – UK
“I had no idea why I was not successful in at interview. The help and support for my interview preparation I received from them was invaluable. I am happy to say I have secured a new role, and If I had not hired Executive Connexions, I might not have been successful. To be successful, you should seek the best career advisers out there and Executive Connexions are the right choice. My coach was very helpful, and his advice and tips were instrumental in helping me to land this role. I would like to thank you (Steve) and the coach I worked with for the advice and support.”
Amrit SandhuIT Executive – UK
“Executive Connexions provided excellent, innovative and speedy career coaching – I gained a new position quickly and at the right salary level. Their expertise was a huge help to me.”
AKCFO 
“I got practical advice, improved my CV, LinkedIn profile, built and better engaged my network and got constructive interview feedback. All of this will continue to be of value and help me be in a stronger position for my next career step. Equally importantly, I had regular dialogue with a new individual (my coach) but focused on me, through a period where I had limited engagement with others. My coach was warm and open and made me feel at ease throughout our interactions. It helped me when I was pushed more during the coaching process – as a result I now know more about what I need from this type of relationship in future. ”
Alastair Smyth Head of Strategy & Change – UK
“If you want to take your networking skills to the next level, Executive Connexions is your career coaching company. They know the executive job market, understand what it takes to work it and are great teachers.
Steve himself is also a natural people connector — I not only made new professional connections, I made new friends.”
FlavioChief Technology Officer – USA Steve himself is also a natural people connector — I not only made new professional connections, I made new friends.”
“My career is my biggest asset; the right selection of a career coach was one of my most important decisions, and investment taken with care.
Executive Connexions have been invaluable in providing career coaching to me. Very quickly, my coach was able to understand my career aspirations and my coaching needs. A very relaxed and thought provoking coaching style brings a change.
People around me felt the change in me and I felt the change in myself. I can recommend Executive Connexions to anyone passionate about growing their career to the senior level of leadership.”
Hyder HasanSenior Finance Executive – Singapore Executive Connexions have been invaluable in providing career coaching to me. Very quickly, my coach was able to understand my career aspirations and my coaching needs. A very relaxed and thought provoking coaching style brings a change.
People around me felt the change in me and I felt the change in myself. I can recommend Executive Connexions to anyone passionate about growing their career to the senior level of leadership.”
“Working with Executive Connexions helped identify the weaknesses and strengths in my approach to the hidden job market. It made me consider what I really wanted to do in my career.
As a result, I’ve been wider in my search, achieving a role outside my usual sector. I recommend Executive Connexions to senior executives who are facing a crossroads in their career path”
Luke IrelandManaging Director – UK As a result, I’ve been wider in my search, achieving a role outside my usual sector. I recommend Executive Connexions to senior executives who are facing a crossroads in their career path”
“Just wanted to drop you a note to thank you for the daily ‘Be Found’ updates. I have found these updates extremely useful and I’m already starting to increase my social presence – in fact I have a live opportunity as a result. I’ll endeavour to continue the program on an ongoing basis!”
AlanSenior Finance executive UK
“My coach had a lot of empathy and really cares about his clients. A very genuine person and very approachable. He was always available outside the Skype sessions if I needed his input on something. He provided me with some useful material and links. He is a good sounding board, without being a yes person and he is “on your side”. Coaching is taking place in a safe environment. I think he will always do very well with female clients – he is very gender neutral. And perhaps also with Non-Brits.”
Cristina
