Leadership coaching
Being a leader is hard. Being a great one is harder. That’s where leadership coaching comes in.
At Monkhouse & Company, we don’t just talk about leadership – we help you live it. Our leadership coaching is designed for founders, CEOs and senior leaders who want to stop reacting and start leading. Whether you’re scaling fast, stuck in the weeds, or facing complex team dynamics, our coaching creates space to think clearly, act deliberately and lead with real impact.
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This isn’t theory. It’s not pep talks. And it’s definitely not a recycled TED Talk in disguise. It’s honest, action-focused coaching from people who’ve been in your shoes – and know how to help you move forward.
We offer CEO mentoring, executive leadership team coaching and scale-up business coaching that will make a huge difference to your business. If that excites you, let’s talk.
What is leadership coaching? CEO Mentoring
Leadership coaching is a structured, confidential partnership that helps you improve how you lead. You bring the challenges. We bring the structure, the experience, and the right questions. Together, we focus on what matters most.
Think of it as your leadership gym. A space to build mental strength, sharpen your thinking, and reflect on what’s working (and what isn’t). It’s where you get clear on your role, your goals, and your impact – then make the shifts that matter.
Unlike leadership training, coaching is entirely personal. No modules. No syllabus. Just the time, challenge and support you need to lead at your best.
Why choose Monkhouse & Company for leadership coaching?
Because we don’t coach from the sidelines. We’ve led businesses through high growth, chaos, complexity, and change. We’ve helped hundreds of leaders do the same.
Leadership coaching at Monkhouse & Company is grounded in reality. You get a coach who’s seen what you’re facing – and isn’t afraid to challenge your thinking. We listen, we question, and we speak plainly. That could mean helping you get out of your own way. Or giving you the clarity to make that hard call you’ve been avoiding.
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We also understand the shift from founder to CEO. If that’s the journey you’re on, we’ll help you develop the strategic mindset and people leadership skills to grow with your business.
Already working with us 1:1 and thinking about your wider team? Check out our executive leadership team coaching to help your whole leadership group raise their game.
Benefits of leadership coaching with Monkhouse & Company
Leadership coaching helps you:
– Cut through the noise and focus on what really matters
– Build confidence in your decisions, especially under pressure
– Lead with greater intent, not just react to what’s urgent
– Communicate more clearly and powerfully
– Improve how you manage time, people and priorities
And of course, when you are operating with clarity and purpose as a leader, you see the biggest return on investment of all – a business that runs with drive, increasing profits, revenue and client base without you having to micromanage everything.
Importance of Leadership Coaching
Leadership can be a lonely place. When the decisions are big, the stakes are high and the pace is relentless, it’s easy to get stuck in your own head. That’s where leadership coaching makes the difference. It gives you a space to think clearly, challenge assumptions and stay accountable. Not with fluff or theory — but with someone who’s been there, built it, and knows what it takes. The right coach doesn’t give you answers. They help you find your own — faster, with more conviction, and better outcomes for your team and your business.
Who we work with
We’re selective about who we work with. We only work with founder-CEOs, MDs and senior leaders in high-growth businesses. Many of our clients are scaling fast, navigating new complexity, or simply feeling stuck.
Some come to us in chaos. Others are cruising, but know they can do better. All are ambitious, open-minded, and ready to be challenged. If you want to grow as a leader – and drive better results through better leadership – we’d love to talk.
Where we work
We offer leadership coaching across the UK and beyond. That includes in-person sessions at our Management Lab in Salisbury – a space designed to help you think differently – or virtual sessions wherever you are.
Whether you’re in London, Leeds, Glasgow or overseas, we make coaching fit around your schedule and context. What matters isn’t where you are. It’s what you’re ready to change.
FAQs
Is leadership coaching the same as executive coaching?
They overlap, but leadership coaching often focuses more on developing how you lead others, rather than just your own performance. We do both – and can help you figure out which is the right fit.
What is the definition of a leadership coach?
A leadership coach is someone who helps you cut through the noise and lead with more clarity, conviction and intent. They’re not there to cheerlead or sugar-coat. A good leadership coach challenges your thinking, asks the hard questions, and holds you to a higher standard.
Can leadership coaching help new leaders?
Yes. Coaching is incredibly useful when you’re stepping up into a bigger role. It gives you confidence, clarity and tools to lead before you’ve had years to learn the hard way.
How do I know if leadership coaching is right for me?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, frustrated or stuck – and you want to lead better – coaching can help. It’s for leaders who are ready to grow.
How often do coaching sessions happen?
Most clients meet with us fortnightly or monthly, but it depends on your needs and goals. We’ll work with you to build a rhythm that works.
Do you offer leadership coaching in London?
Yes, and across the UK. Whether in-person or remote, we deliver coaching that fits your location, your schedule and your business.
How is leadership coaching different from business coaching?
Business coaching often focuses on strategy, operations and growth metrics. Leadership coaching is about you—your mindset, behaviour, and ability to lead others. It’s more personal, and often more transformational.
What is the importance of coaching in leadership?
Coaching can help with people issues, decision paralysis, imposter syndrome, unclear strategy, team underperformance, communication struggles and more. Understanding and overcoming these challenges is an essential part of becoming a great leader.
How quickly will I see results?
Some clients see shifts from the very first session. Others take time to embed new habits and thinking. Coaching is about long-term, sustainable change—but that doesn’t mean it’s slow. You’ll feel momentum build quickly.
Do I need to prepare for coaching sessions?
Not always, but it helps. The best sessions often start with a specific challenge, decision or situation you’re wrestling with. We’ll bring the structure and challenge—you bring the context.
Is leadership coaching confidential?
Absolutely. Everything shared in coaching stays confidential, unless you explicitly agree otherwise. Trust is foundational—without it, the work doesn’t happen.