This is the inflection point, a threshold.

Now is the time for courageous leadership. We need leaders to step in, to step up, to lead us through these times.

We need leaders like you.

This is a profound recalibration of your professional compass guided by your soul’s calling.

Courageous Leadership, 1:1 Coaching

Purpose

To bring your purpose to life through how your live and lead. This is personal.

Who is it for?

For the leader whose at the edge of their next evolution – the leader who has reached a level of ‘success’ but is craving more meaning and purpose in their work and life.

This is for the visionary leader who knows it’s time for a new paradigm and is ready to build it. This is not your average leadership experience, we’ll be going off-script. It’s a bespoke experience designed specifically to meet you where you are and guide you to where you need to be. This could take any number of directions and there is no map. This is an adventure of a lifetime.

How it Works

We begin with a three month commitment. We meet for 90mins each week at the intersection of your desire for transformation and your current fears. We can meet online or in-person. Following this we can work on a monthly retainer.

I’ll guide you to a deeper knowing of self via some inconvenient truths as we strip it all back to the fundamentals of the work you’re here to do and most importantly, why.

Whilst there are a phases to this work that align with any rite of passage, there is no defined step-by-step formula. This work cannot be prescribed or scheduled, it’s an invitation that can only be responded to with an open mind and open heart.

Here’s what you might expect:

Phase 1 - Deconstructing

  • We’ll explore the narratives, inherited beliefs and definitions of success that have shaped your leadership identity.

  • Map your decision making patterns and identify where you have been leading from fear rather than truth.

  • Establish a new and emerging leadership philosophy - one that resonates deeply with greater meaning and purpose - your purpose.

Phase 2 - Rebuilding

  • You’ll consciously and purposefully design a new leadership ecosystem including the boundaries, beliefs, rhythms, rituals and practices that will guide and sustain you.

  • Develop a values based decision making protocol that honours both strategic imperatives and human needs.

  • Cultivate your unique and authentic leadership voice and identity that inspires through deep resonance and presence.

Phase 3 - Embodying

  • You’ll the bridge between your vision and its manifestation through inspired action.

  • Lead yourself and others through change and uncertainty with grounded confidence and integrity.

  • Be the positive change that we so desperately need, be the example, walk the talk and inspire others through your leadership.

What to Expect

12 x 90 minute private coaching sessions that generate insight and translate it to action and outcomes.

Custom designed leadership framework tailored specifically to you and your work, your calling.

Voice and text access between sessions for in-the-moment guidance during critical decisions.

A bespoke leadership playbook documenting your insights and action plans.

Next Steps

We begin with a conversation. It’s not an interview or a sales pitch, however we do need to see if we’re a good fit to work with each other. My approach is not suited to everyone so let’s have an honest conversation about this, your readiness and expectations. You also need to qualify me to ensure I’m the right person to support you.

Following this initial conversation there is a comprehensive intake process where I’ll understand as much as I can about your current situation and desired outcomes before we begin the work.

I only work with 3 people at a time.

To schedule the initial conversation please fill in the form below and I’ll be in touch.

Let’s work together.

What Others are Saying

  • Working with Mike was an incredibly awakening experience.  Originally, I had no idea what I was looking to get out of my sessions with Mike. I was feeling lost and constantly was searching for a purpose and some direction in my life. My work with Mike turned into an epic self-discovery journey which delved deeper than I had ever imagined

    Sarah

  • My comfort zone was very quickly pushed to the maximum and beyond, but in the rawest and most beautiful way. I really felt like I was heard, and most importantly, understood.  Mike puts truth into the words 'the world is your oyster' - what previously seemed to be unachievable in my mind was all of a sudden in the palm of my hands.' Why not?' soon became my favourite phrase 

    Kristin

  • By the end of my sessions, I had a renewed sense of self. Mike helped me tap into parts of myself that I felt had been lost or completely forgotten, quashed by day to day life. I had clarity, I had confidence, and I also had a bunch of new tools to use when life threw things my way

    Paul

  • It was an absolute thrill to step out of my comfort zone.  I had the most incredible rush of adrenaline, which I haven't felt for a very long time.  I just wanted to thank you. The hour spent chatting to you has been the most valuable hour spent consulting, brainstorming and being motivated-mentored for a very long time.

    Bec

  • I just want to say, thank you, for all your efforts in the 2 programs that I participated in this year. This year has been a big year of personal development for me, and your 2 programs contributed to that. Over the year, I have developed more empathy, self awareness, vulnerability, compassion, comfortability in my masculinity and most of all, authenticity. Sincerely, THANK YOU!

    Tim

  • It's absolutely clear to me that Mikey is a special human. He's incredibly caring and passionate and has an unparalleled ability to make you feel both comfortable and heard whilst challenging your preconceptions and/or defaults. When it comes to the intersection of people and company culture, he's insightful, intelligent, and driven.

    Jack

  • Mikey is a breath of fresh air in the business world. An incredibly passionate individual, he brings a strong human focus to the world of work. I had had the privilege of working with Mikey for the past year as a speaker and facilitator. His authentic (and sometimes vulnerable) leadership style makes him a very relatable speaker. He recently facilitated a think-tank for us where the outcomes were even better than we had hoped. Plus the participants did not feel at any time like they were working with Mikey’s fun and laid-back approach. I highly recommend Mikey to work with in any capacity that you can, you won’t regret it!

    Sophie

  • He’s a super cool, genuine, warm, good natured guy. He’s articulate and well read, and as a facilitator he is both totally at ease and enlivening. He is a wondrous host and conversationalist, asks incisive questions, and has real contemporary savvy in terms of the future of work (and real experience in building great cultures of work)….. if I was to ever pursue the madness that is growing a business—he’d be one of the first folks I’d want to hire as a revenue generator and co-conspirator.

    Jason

  • Mikey Ellis is well on his way to becoming a serious player in the human-development / human-centric movement that is setting the business world alight. His obsession with designing & implementing innovative & inclusive cultures is palpable. His courage to show up courageously, authentically and vulnerably at work, online & in life is carving a new path for countless others to follow. I can thoroughly recommend his ability to catalyse a tribe of people around progressive, life-affirming and dangerous ideas.

    Mykel

  • Mikey is a People and Culture wizard! His commitment to leading our People and Culture fabric has been astounding, he has the processes, strategies and human based tools that can transform a Culture. The impact Mikey has had has been profound and I can't recommend him highly enough. Every company needs a Mikey!

    Marlon

  • *Mikey is exceptional at bringing people together and facilitating outcomes through education and sharing his vast knowledge and insights.* *His passion (borderline obsession, which isn’t a bad thing by any means!) for how organisations engage their people and bring out the best in them is truly inspiring as is his enthusiasm to try new things and just give them a go. This innovative approach he brings has always been appreciated when working with him and forces you out of your comfort zone - where the magic happens!*

    Aba

  • Michael is an infectious personality- a deep thinker that places importance and emphasis on real human connection and empowering individuals to get the best out of themselves AND creating the best type of culture in their workplace.

    Gary