Unlock Potential and Achieve Results
Helping leaders navigate challenges with adaptability, resilience, and strategic clarity
About Me
I’ve spent years working with professionals—leaders, teams, and individuals—helping them navigate challenges, develop leadership skills, and make clear, confident decisions. My coaching is practical, direct, and tailored to what actually works in real-world situations.
I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all coaching. Some people need space to think, others need a push, and most benefit from a mix of both. My job is to ask the right questions, challenge assumptions, and help you move forward in a way that makes sense for you.
I’m a straight-talking, results-driven coach with years of experience working with leaders in professional services and beyond. My approach is empathetic but direct—I help you develop the clarity and confidence to take action.
I’ve worked with economists, lawyers, academics, and executives across industries, helping them refine their leadership style, develop resilience, and communicate with impact.
What You Can Expect
Straightforward conversations—no fluff, no jargon.
A mix of reflection and action—thinking things through, then making a plan.
A focus on what’s useful—this is about real change, not just talking in circles.
Credentials
Accredited Executive Coach – Association of Coaching
Principal member with Association of Business Psychologists
Additional training in Neuroscience, Psychology and Mindfulness
If this approach sounds like a fit, let’s talk.
What People Say
“I have regularly trusted Mick’s insights on both people and strategic issues as a member of the board of Frontier Economics and the Institute for Fiscal Studies. I thoroughly recommend him as a coach to anybody looking to go to the next level in their career or perhaps looking for a change in direction.”
— Lord Gus O’Donnell, House of Lords
“Conversations with Mick helped me unlock something – to recognise barriers that I was holding up for myself, empowering me to push on and to take risks. Mick is special because he creates a space where it is safe to be yourself – your real self, not the version you think the world wants you to be. Don’t get me wrong, these weren’t sessions laid on a couch talking about my childhood – this guy is a serious commercial bulldog. But the truth is that through those conversations I was learning about who I was. I gained the confidence to go out into the world and be that person.”
— Dave Foster, Director of Frontier Economics
“Mick is highly intelligent and was an expert in managing day-to-day leadership challenges while also thinking strategically. He had a focus on how to create an environment to get the best from people. He is able to combine business acumen with a strong sense of compassion and awareness towards the people he works with.”
— Mark Williams, Managing Director, Berkeley Research Group
“Mick was great at asking exactly the right questions to make me think and look for the next steps. I’d go so far as to say that my business wouldn't be where it is today without the support and challenge of Mick.”
— David Pullan, co-founder of McKechnie Pullan
The personalised approach to coaching provided me with clarity and direction during a pivotal time in my career. I highly recommend Mick's services
— Senior Academic, UCL
“Our team benefited immensely from the development workshops. We've seen a marked improvement in collaboration, engagement and productivity”
— Sarah Snelson, Director, Frontier Economics
Working with Mick has been a game-changer. The insights and strategies we've gained have significantly enhanced our leadership skills and team performance
— Partners at Pavel Margarit & Associates Law Firm
How We Can Work Together
One-on-One Executive Coaching: Personalised sessions focusing on leadership development, decision-making, and career progression.
Team Development Workshops: Customised workshops aimed at enhancing team dynamics, communication, and performance.
Leadership Assessments: Comprehensive evaluations to identify strengths and areas for growth, accompanied by actionable development plans.
How I Do It
I take a straightforward, practical approach to coaching—grounded in deep listening, challenge, and action.
Clarity first – We focus on what’s really important, cutting through distractions to what truly matters.
Challenge with empathy – I’ll support you, but I’ll also push you where needed.
Tools that work – I use a mix of leadership psychology, mindfulness, and practical strategies tailored to your needs.
Action, not just insight – Coaching is about real shifts, not just good conversations.
It’s not about theory—it’s about gaining clarity, making decisions, and moving forward with confidence
Listening and understanding
We start with where you are now—what’s working, what’s not, and what really matters. I’ll aim to understand where you want to be. If we agree I’ll talk to people you work with who want to see change.
Practical Tools & Strategies
No fluff—just tailored approaches that work for your situation
Challenge and perspective
I’ll help you see things differently, question assumptions about yourself and the environment you are working in, and start to stretch your thinking.
Making an imapct
Change doesn’t happen magically. We will move from insight to real-world action—so you make meaningful progress. Bravely trying new strategies to make an impact.
