EXECUTIVE AND LEADERSHIP COACHING
NEIL MASON · PCC
Leadership coaching that helps people think clearly, lead well, and work effectively across cultures.
Support for leaders, teams, and organisations who want stronger performance, better relationships, and more sustainable results. The work brings together executive coaching, intercultural training, positive psychology, and developmental thinking .
Leadership Coaching
Results and Topics
How does coaching work?
Prices
Contact me with no obligation to discover whether coaching is the right fit for you at this time. Send me a message so we can arrange a short video call to discus the route to successfully achieving your desired outcomes.
I will not add you to a mailing list, and will never send unsolicited information.
How coaching works
A new client was explaining why he was switching from his previous coach: "I don't need someone to tell me how to do my job!"I never forgot that phrases. It is important that you as the client know what you are contracting and establish the expectations right from the beginning.Read through some of the other, often very valid, types of help — you may need one of these rather than coaching! So, when you have your first meeting with a coach, make sure you talk about what it is you really need, so that you are not frustrated or disappointed.
Differences between coaching and other engagments
Coaching is not telling people how to do their jobs, or giving advice or direction. Here are some of the other types of engagement which are each useful in their own context.
Coaching vs Mentoring
Mentoring is a relationship where a more senior person may partner with a less experienced person to help them develop their skills, knowledge or make their way in a new role.A mentor may use coaching techniques. But leadership coaching is not about mentoring a client, but partnering with them in thought.
Coaching vs Consulting
A consultant is an expert who is brought in to help solve specific problems. A consultant will give guidance, advice often in specific technical areas where he/she is an has experience and knowledge.There is often confusion with consultants calling themselves coaches, or "coaches" whose business experience tends to push them more into a consultant mindset.
Coaching vs Training
A trainer will have a specific area of expertise which is being "taught" to those in your company who need new skills or knowledge. Company hires trainers who are experts in their particular field.A coach may offer resources, but will not spend the coaching session training the client — if they do, they are not a coach!
Coaching vs Therapy
Therapy is when a qualified psychologist / therapist / counsellor will "treat" a client who may be going through mental-health issues, burnout, anxiety, grief, and any number of conditions where they need help.Some psychologists are trained as coaches, and are able to work in both areas. Not all coaches are psychologists and work with people where there is a presumption of good mental health. A coach may refer to a psychologist if it is deemed necessary and should have a conversation with the client about what that might look like.
Coaching vs Coaching
There are different types of coaching. For example, directive (telling you what to do), non directive (drawing on your own ability to develop solutions).There is sports coaching, life coaching, and other types.Consider:
Credentialled vs Non-credentialled coaches
Experienced vs less experienced
Member of a regulating body (ICF, EMCC, AC, etc.)
Is there a code of ethics to govern professional practice?Remember:
Not everyone will benefit from coaching one of these other approaches may be what you need — training, consulting, therapy, other. Ask yourself, do I need someone to tell me what to do, or someone to help me thing deeply and partner with me?
ETHICAL PRACTICE
Check the qualifications and experience of your coach. Do they operate within a formal code of ethics which protect you (and them)?If your coach is an ICF or EMCC certified coach, they will abide by a clear code of ethics, be subject to compulsory continual development and training, and need to renew their credential after 3 years (ICF) or 5 years (EMCC).If you went to be the best you can be — get the best coach you can get!
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Here's what our clients are saying
Coaching sessions with Neil Mason were transformative. I gained new perspectives and self-management tools that enhanced my personal performance and leadership. His approach was deeply insightful, helping me navigate challenges with greater clarity and effectiveness. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking professional and personal growth.
Cristina Moura Rebelo
Head of IT Governance, AI and Project Management
Neil has worked with me and others in some of my companies for over 10 years. His input as a trainer and coach has been a great asset and contribution to the growth of myself and our team members.
R. Marques
FOUNDER / CEO 7Graus.com
Neil has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the coaching field and he is able to effectively communicate and tailor his sessions to the individual needs of his clients. He's able to structure a talk while opening your mind and raising. He created a comfortable and safe space for me to share; and he goes above and beyond to ensure his clients’ success, not only in their career but also in their personal lives. I am truly grateful for the time and effort Neil invests in me, and I highly recommend him as a coach to anyone looking to improve their lives.
P. Andrade
Engineer & Executive MBA
It’s always good whenever I know that I’m going to work side by side with Neil. His hallmark is his interpersonal skills and experience.
R. Gonçalves
Global Executive Thread Intelligence,
Digital investigations and Insider Trust at IBM, UK
WHAT'S YOUR END GOAL?
Stephen Covey said in his book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People "Start with the end in mind".1. What do you want to achieve overall? Become a better leader? Grow into a new role? Gain confidence in your leadership?2. What specific behaviours and mindset you need achieve your goal?
The work may focus on a new role, a difficult team dynamic, a leadership transition, a cross-cultural challenge, or the need to perform well without burning out. Coaching provides space to reflect, challenge assumptions, and translate insight into meaningful action.
Below are some outcomes I help leaders, teams and organisations achieve.
LEADING OTHERS AND TEAMS
Strengthen communication, trust, and accountability to drive peak team effectiveness.
Here are just a few examples:
1. Building High-Performing Cultures
• Building Trust & Relationships: The foundation of a cohesive unit.
• Ideal Team Players: Identifying and nurturing the right talent.
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Setting new hires up for long-term success.
• Coaching as a Leadership Approach: Empowering your team to solve their own problems.2. Navigating Strategic Change
• Organisational Change & Management: Leading people through uncertainty without losing momentum.
• Stakeholder Management: Aligning interests across the organization.
• Crisis Management: Maintaining steadiness and direction under fire.3. Driving Results & Accountability
• OKRs and KPIs: Turning vision into measurable, high-impact reality.
• Decision Making: Gaining the clarity to move forward with confidence.
• Boundaries: Protecting your team’s focus and your own capacity.
4. Team Engagement & Communication
• Motivating Teams: Fueling the "why" behind the daily work.
• Communication with the Team: Ensuring clarity, feedback, and alignment.
• How to Lead My Team: Transitioning from a technical expert to a people-first leader.
LEADING SELF
Build the clarity, resilience, and steadiness required to lead others effectively.
Here are just a few examples:
1. Identity & Executive Presence
• Who am I? Who do I need to be? Aligning your authentic self with your leadership role.
• "Impostor Syndrome" & Confidence: Turning self-doubt into grounded authority.
• Understanding My Values & Strengths: Identifying the core drivers that make you a unique leader.
• Becoming a Better Leader: Consciously evolving your "default" leadership style.
2. Navigating Career & Life Transitions
• Transitioning into a New Role: Stepping up without the "new leader" friction.
• Personal & Professional Transitions: Managing the ripple effects of major life changes.
• Resistance to Change: Overcoming the internal barriers that hold you back from the next level.3. Resilience, Wellbeing & Mental Health
• Thrive vs. Survive: Moving beyond "getting through the day" to sustainable performance.
• Hope, Resilience & Wellbeing: Building the emotional "buffer" needed for high-pressure environments.
• Loneliness in Leadership: Addressing the isolation that often comes with seniority.4. Self-Mastery & Boundaries
• Self-Management & Awareness: Gaining total control over your reactions and impact.
• Boundaries: Learning where you end and the organization begins to prevent burnout.
• Life Balance: Harmonizing professional ambition with a meaningful personal life.
• Identifying Areas for Growth: Pinpointing the specific "blind spots" that hinder your progress.
LEADING ACROSS CULTURES
Reducing friction, preventing failed assignments, and maximizing global talent
Here are just a few examples:
1. Intercultural Mastery & Agility
• Intercultural Agility: Developing the "cultural flex" to lead effectively in any geography.
• Direct vs. Indirect Communication: Decoding the unspoken rules of high-context and low-context cultures.
• Communicating Across Cultures: Ensuring your message is heard, understood, and acted upon globally.
• Tasks vs. People: Balancing the drive for results with the cultural necessity of relationship-building.2. Managing Global Talent & Teams
• Expectations & Feedback: Navigating cultural differences in how authority is perceived and how performance is critiqued.
• Caring for the Team: Defining "support" and "psychological safety" through a cross-cultural lens.
• Global Team Dynamics: Bridging the gap between headquarters and regional offices to ensure organizational alignment.
3. Navigating Global Transitions (The "Mobility" Solution)
• Expatriation (Self and Others): Setting leaders up for success before they land in a new territory.
• Repatriation (Self and Others): Managing the "reverse culture shock" and retaining high-value global talent upon their return.
• Intercultural Conflict (Culture Shock): Turning cultural friction into a catalyst for team growth rather than a source of "burnout" or turnover.
ABOUT ME
As an ILM Level 7 qualified Executive Coach and ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC),
I specialize in the complexities of senior leadership. My work isn't just about 'better meetings'; it’s about the strategic evolution of the leader in a global, high-stakes environment.
| PCC ICF & Senior Practitioner (EMCC) | Elite Standards The peace of mind that comes with working at the highest ethical and professional standards in the industry. |
| ILM Level 7 Certificate in Executive & Senior Level Coaching | Strategic Rigor: You are working with a coach qualified to operate at the highest organizational levels. This ensures the coaching aligns with complex corporate strategy and senior-level accountability. |
| MSc in Psychology (Candidate) | Evidence-based depth strategies that go beyond "fluff," grounded in how the human brain actually handles stress and change. |
| ILCA Faculty Member ilcacoaching.com | The "Coach's Coach": You benefit from the same high-level frameworks I use to train international leadership coaches across dozens of countries. |
| Bilingual & Intercultural Trainer - English / Portuguese | Global Agility: A coach who understands the nuance of global communication—someone who can help you lead effectively whether you are in the UK, Portugal, Brazil, Africa, or even a remote oil platform. |
INDIVIDUAL BESPOKE LEADERSHIP COACHING
& EXECUTIVE TRAINING / CONSULTING
| The Breakthrough (3 months) | The Strategic Leader (6 months) | Executive Mastery (12 Months) |
|---|---|---|
| For solving a specific hurdle or role transition. | Our most popular path for sustainable behavioral change. | Full-scale partnership for long-term organizational impact. |
| High-impact coaching sessions | Deep-work coaching sessions | Full-cycle partnership sessions |
| WhatsApp / Email "Hotline" | Priority WhatsApp / Email support | Priority WhatsApp / Email support |
| GBP 650 / EUR 750 | GBP 1350 / EUR 1499 | GBP 2500 / EUR 2750 |
3, 6 or 12 months of dedicated partnership to solidify your leadership legacy.
| Deep-Dive Strategy: | Monthly 1-on-1 intensive sessions to solve immediate challenges and track long-term growth. |
| On-Demand Access: | Unlimited WhatsApp/Email support for "just-in-time" coaching—perfect for pre-meeting jitters or post-crisis debriefs. |
| Curated Growth Vault: | Personalized resources, including psychometric insights and leadership frameworks tailored to your specific goals. |
| Intercultural/Executive Training: | Specialized deep-dives into global leadership or team dynamics included. |
LEADERSHIP & EXECUTIVE COACHING PACKAGES
| Intro / chemistry call | Free | Fit check — "is coaching for me?" |
| Single coaching session | £175 | Individuals, SME owners, first-time clients |
| 3-session · Breakthrough | £550 | Focused issue, decision, or transition |
| 6-session package · Mindset | £900 | Leadership growth, confidence, sustainable change |
| 3-month · Strategic Leader * | £1,500 | New leaders, owner-managers, development goals |
| 6-month · Executive Mastery * | £2,500 | Deeper transformation, senior leaders, SMEs. |
| Team workshop / half-day | £850 | Leadership, communication, intercultural work |
| Team workshop / full day | £1,500 | Teams, offsites, learning days |
| Bespoke organisational programme | Quote | Training in coaching skills (team or individual). Training Intercultural Agility and Competence. |
contact me for information
* What is included 3 and 6 month engagement
| Deep-Dive Strategy: | 1-on-1 intensive sessions to solve immediate challenges and track long-term growth. |
| On-Demand Access: | Unlimited WhatsApp/Email support for "just-in-time" coaching (perfect for pre-meeting jitters or post-crisis debriefs). |
| Curated Growth Vault: | Resources curated for and shared specifically with you (WhatsApp, Email). |
| Intercultural/Executive Training: | Specialized deep-dives into global leadership or team dynamics included. |