Case Study: Strategic Confidence, Board Presence & Values-Driven Impact

Client: Chris Truman, CTO, Succession Group Ltd

Provided by: The Leadership Coaches, Coach – Lisa.

Context

Chris engaged in a long-term executive coaching partnership with Lisa, one of our trusted associate coaches, to strengthen board-level presence, improve performance under pressure, and reconnect with core values. Over an 18-month period, the coaching evolved into a catalyst for both personal and strategic business growth.

Objectives

• Strengthen leadership confidence in ExCo and Board meetings

• Build composure in moments of tension and challenge

• Create space to step back and make grounded, strategic decisions

• Reconnect with personal values to support sustainable leadership

  
  

Client Reflections

“Over the past 18 months, the coaching has delivered a clear return on investment, not only in terms of personal growth but also from a business standpoint."

“I’ve developed into a more effective leader, with greater confidence in challenging others and asking incisive questions, particularly in more senior (Board, ExCo) meetings. I now approach moments of tension with composure and respond to unexpected questions with clarity and thoughtfulness.”

“Lisa’s approach has resonated deeply with me. Early on, she connected with my interest in wood turning and has consistently used it as a metaphor throughout our sessions. That grounding has made the work feel both relevant and accessible.”

What Stood Out

Even simple rituals became anchors in the coaching relationship:

“The sessions always seem to fly by but are remarkably impactful, even something as simple as the five-minute meditation at the start of our triad meetings has had a noticeable effect.”

Beyond leadership behaviours, the coaching supported alignment between personal and professional identity:

“The coaching has also helped me reconnect with my core values, and I’ve seen that influence extend into other areas of my life, including my running. I feel more at ease with myself and better equipped to view challenges through a strategic, business-focused lens.”

Business Impact

“When challenged by the CEO on costs and budget proposals, I was able to take that away and return with clear, practical proposals for maximising our resources. That shifted the dynamic, I wasn’t just responding to a directive, I was actively shaping better decisions.”

“It’s this ability to step back, assess options, and offer grounded advice that’s made a tangible impact on the bottom line.”

Next Steps

This case illustrates the depth and breadth of impact that coaching can bring when it’s relevant, strategic, and grounded in the whole person. We continue to support leaders like this one across industries, helping them navigate complexity and create meaningful business outcomes.

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