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A TRUSTED EXTERNAL PERSPECTIVE
My work is structured around long-term advisory relationships with senior leaders, leadership teams and high-performance individuals.
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I act as a thinking partner - providing a consistent external perspective to support clear thinking and sound decision-making.
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At its core, my role is simple: helping people think clearly, make better decisions and perform when it matters.
This is typically delivered through retained advisory partnerships, working closely alongside leaders as they navigate complexity, pressure and change.
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My work is built on trust, strong relationships and honest conversation.
WHAT THE WORK INVOLVES
The work is shaped by what’s most useful in each partnership and often includes:
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One-to-one advisory work with senior leaders and key individuals.
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Ongoing challenge and support within leadership teams.
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Leadership development sessions focused on decision-making, team dynamics, communication and standards.
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Insight from psychometrics and behavioural profiling where useful.
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Being available as an external perspective between formal sessions.
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The emphasis is on what will be most useful at each stage, rather than following a fixed model.
An External Perspective You Can Rely On
Ideas that Expand Thinking
Delivering keynote sessions to wider audiences.
Teams & Dynamics
Working with leadership teams to improve alignment, trust and how decisions are made together.
Ongoing Challenge & Support
Providing consistent challenge and support to help leaders think clearly, test assumptions and make better decisions over time.
Clarity & Decision-making
Providing clarity and perspective as leaders navigate change and uncertainty.
Dean Holden
Head Coach, Bristol City FC.
“I first came across Martin whilst I was caretaker manager of Oldham Athletic.
From the very first chat we had (overlooking the green turf of Boundary Park) we hit it off. I felt so comfortable just sharing my thoughts/ideas/worries with him and not being judged. He has some fantastic ideas on how to maximise every last drop of your ability and MOST IMPORTANTLY how to cope when faced with adversity. I feel lucky to be able to call on him anytime”
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