“I don't feel the need to react to everything or have an immediate answer. I'm more comfortable sitting with things, asking better questions and letting people work things through. That has changed the way I lead and the way I show up in the room.”— Managing Director, Civil, Plumbing & Construction
“Our team exudes confidence. There's calm and control… a more professional team that's aligned with our brand and market position.”— Managing Director, Domestic Builder
“The culture survey really stood out. It gave us an honest picture and helped turn talk into action.”— Managing Director, Primary Agriculture
“As a female leader, I learned I didn't have to do it alone. The right coach brought the clarity and confidence to move our business forward, faster, and with less emotion.”— CEO, Financial Planning & Insurance
“Chris's support was instrumental in driving growth and performance across several of our member businesses — and made the network more attractive to prospective franchisees too.”— CEO, Multinational Trades Services Franchise Group
I was going on some rant to Chris and when I'd finished, he calmly said, ‘Now that you're done, put your ego back in the drawer and let's talk about this rationally.’ I realised then that he understood me and my business, and that his counsel mattered for both.— Managing Director, Multi-discipline Plumbing & Electrical Business
“A moment that stayed with me was when Chris recognised my value and encouraged me to step forward as a leader. His belief in my ability gave me greater confidence to contribute, make decisions and take on more responsibility.”— Director of Operations, Financial Services Firm
“The difference now is that the strategic plan is executed consistently, which has created a calm working environment that delivers consistent growth and profitability.”— Managing Director, IT Consulting & Managed Services
A presentation Chris gave on the stages of business growth — and the plateaus every leader eventually hits — has stuck with me ever since. It's a lens I still reach for when I'm supporting a business through its next transition.
It's an investment that provides an exponential return for you and your business, not an expense.