Coaching and leadership development

Masters of change for teams, individuals, organisations and coaches

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Starbuck and Associates Limited Coaching and leadership development
Starbuck and Associates Limited Coaching and leadership development
Starbuck and Associates Limited Coaching and leadership development
Starbuck and Associates Limited Coaching and leadership development
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Accelerating your performance is our top priority

Where your success takes centre stage

At Starbuck & Associates, we believe that your growth, both as a team, leader or executive is key to lasting success. Our mission is to accelerate development by guiding teams, individuals and organisations toward their fullest potential.

Whether you’re striving to nurture high-performing teams, lead more effectively, or support the growth of other leaders, we’re here to coach you every step of the way.

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All our coaches bring decades of experience as board members and senior leaders. We have led numerous high-performing teams and individuals in global companies through ambitious change initiatives which means we understand your challenges. We use this to empower, challenge, and help you uncover untapped potential.

We don’t just offer advice – we’ve been in your shoes. With first-hand experience, we know what it takes to succeed in an organisation and how to bring others along.

USING REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE FOR REAL WORLD GROWTH AND IMPACT

Tailored coaching for every role and goal

We recognise that every team, organisation and leader face unique challenges. That’s why our coaching services are completely tailored to you. From teams working on cohesion and performance, seasoned executives and senior leaders making strategic decisions, to emerging talent ready to step into leadership roles, we offer coaching that meets you where you are and helps you accelerate your progress.

Whether you need team effectiveness coaching, executive coaching, leadership development, or are looking to build your skills as a coach yourself, our services are designed to fast-track your growth and drive rapid improvement.

Coaching the coaches

As well as team, organisation and leadership development, we also offer an ICF Level 1 Coaching Training programme specifically designed for coaches. If you’re training to be a coach, or you want to grow your business as a coach, we can help.

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Welcome to Starbuck Academy

Starbuck Academy is the online learning and development hub of Starbuck & Associates, designed to help individuals and teams unlock their full potential through world-class, accessible programmes and resources.

At the heart of Starbuck Academy is our flagship online programme, the Starbuck Team Effectiveness Programme (STEP) a transformative, practical journey designed for leaders and teams who want to truly excel. Whether you’re looking to enhance collaboration, boost performance, or cultivate a high-trust, high-impact environment, STEP offers the structure and tools you need to make real, lasting change.
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Starbuck and Associates Limited Coaching and leadership development Masters of change
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Masters of change

Why choose us?

What sets us apart at Starbuck & Associates is the coaching team behind the company. We don’t just coach clients; we are a team that constantly challenges and develops ourselves to be the very best at what we can do.

We also have two MCCs in the Company. Only 4% of the world’s coaches reach MCC status, so you know you’re in safe hands.

We specialise in mastering change quickly. Whether you’re an executive, a team, a C-suite leader, a director, or an aspiring coach, your success drives us. We’re passionate about helping you reach your fullest potential.

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Where your success takes centre stage

Our coaching sessions are about achieving goals, growth and development. They are client-focused, creating a relaxed and open environment.

While we may challenge you to push your limits, we always do so within a framework of trust, rapport, and respect. Your success is our success, and we are dedicated to helping you achieve what you once thought impossible.

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  • Fantastic coach
    Paul is been a fantastic coach – exactly the right balance of challenge, listening, thoughtful questions and insight. He’s been a valuable support and I’ve benefitted hugely from his approach

    Richard S

  • I had the privilege of working with Duncan over several years, during which he provided exceptional guidance and insight as an executive coach. His approach challenged me to step out of my comfort zone, often fostering significant personal and professional growth. Duncan’s coaching style is so seamless and intuitive...

    Rob Carter

  • Zoe is incredibly supportive.

    I first worked with her while editing some material, and from day one, she was fantastic—clear on what she needed but also open to new ideas that came up in our chats. Then she took the time to coach me over three sessions, helping me shape...

    Simon Leverton

  • I worked with Paul over a 9-month period as part of BT’s executive talent programme.  I can genuinely say that that the experience and insights that Paul brought about were game-changing.  Through the perfect balance of challenge, support and encouragement, Paul created an environment wherein I was able to critically...

    Director, Global Operations

  • Coaching that feels like magic
    I had the pleasure of working with Zoe for executive coaching, and the impact has been truly transformative. She helped me prepare for a crucial conversation that completely changed my experience at work, giving me clarity, confidence, and a fresh perspective.

    Her coaching has...

    Laura Philbin

  • I recently had the pleasure of working with Paul for over 6 months, one on one. I chose Paul as a coach due to his extensive background in leading large teams, inside large, complex corporates in times of change and ambiguity. Paul has a unique ability to make very complex...

    Clyde Rosanowski

    Senior Vice President, Mastercard

  • Derek is a truly amazing, authentic and dedicated professional coach. Always knowing when to push and challenge you, while asking the most relevant questions to reflect upon. Derek brings extensive industrial experience and provides an honest and sincere coaching setting. I would highly recommend Derek to anyone looking for a...

    Senior Director, Advance Drug Delivery, AstraZeneca

  • Paul coached me through my transition to a portfolio career, and I can honestly say it was one of the most rewarding professional experiences I have had. Paul is empathetic, challenging, energetic, humorous, and has an enormous wealth of experience to draw on. His easy-going style was accompanied by a...

    Colin Reed

  • Derek was my coach for a period of six months. In that short time, he helped me to build my confidence after returning to work from maternity leave, become much more self-aware and empowered me to show up every day as my authentic self. I was suffering a lot with...

    Compliance Manager, Arqiva

  • Paul supported me into a career change to become a consultant. I found his experience invaluable and his enthusiasm infectious. His help propelled and prepared me for my first client. Thank you Paul for all of your support.
    Working with clients to understand ICH-GCP, run clinical trials, register and...

    Victoria Sessions

  • I have been fortunate to have had the support of Lorna’s coaching services which have exceeded expectations.

    Head of Specialist Legal, Phoenix Group

  • Paul has been my coach at a key point in my career. I was made redundant and had a huge opportunity to think about the direction I wanted to take, but was deeply unsure about it all. Through lots of very patient listening, and a bit of well-timed humour, Paul...

    Lesley Coldham

    Head of External Affairs, Tullow Oil & Gas PLC

  • I really enjoyed working with Paul exploring new opportunities for my career. Paul is very calm, patient and takes to time to listen to fully understand you and your situation and then is very effective at challenging your thinking and decision making.
    Paul is very supportive and always willing...

    Yvonne Crabbe

  • Derek was my executive-level coach for the second half of 2023. Throughout my collaboration with him, I came to truly appreciate the depth of his coaching expertise and his active listening skills. With the use of various tools and carefully crafted questions, we were able to gain a sharper understanding...

    VP Global Head of IT Security, Risk & Compliance, Adecco

  • On booking the accelerated executive coaching, I was concerned that it could end up being a nice, general discussion but not necessarily a practical help but thankfully my worries did not materialise. A very positive session and I ended it with tangible and real actions that I am able to...

    Tara Avila

    Director, TKA Consulting Limited

  • Being coached by Paul was a really fantastic experience. I enjoyed every minute of being stretched, challenged, questioned and occasionally even laughed at, but not in a mean way. Paul’s energy and enthusiasm for life is infectious, his experience is vast and as a coach he combines deep and broad...

    Susan Castle

  • Paul is a great coach
    Paul is a great coach. He listens really carefully and empathetically and then responds with gentle but persistent challenge. He has a wealth of experience, understanding and ideas which meant that wherever the conversation went he could bring something new and inspirational. Above all...

    Jack Murphy

  • It really was a pleasure to work with Paul. Whilst our sessions were very relaxed I found them hugely interesting and powerful. A fresh perspective on my journey, skills and development areas for a more deliberate plan of my future career. Some very useful tools and tricks for future planning...

    Scott Carolan

    Chief Digital Officer, NTT

  • Great, challenging and supportive coach.
    Paul’s coaching has been hugely valuable. He combines a constructive, supportive, and exploratory approach with genuine challenge on areas that need further reflection. I have found this hugely useful in identifying parts of my approach to leadership that need more work. Paul has got...

    S Collins

  • Fantastic Coaching!

    I have been working with Zoe as my coach for over a year, and it has been a fantastic experience. She has helped me develop personally, build on my strengths, and set goals to take action on them. In the past year, I have gone from being employed...

    Arianne Atkinson

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