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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.

About us
Starbuck and Associates Limited Coaching and leadership development
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.

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
Starbuck and Associates Limited Coaching and leadership development Masters of change
Starbuck and Associates Limited Coaching and leadership development Masters of change

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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  • From our initial discussion it was clear Paul understood my problem and had the means and tools to support and help my development. Paul clearly outlined the process we would undertake and what he expected to me to gain out at the end – making clear that I would have...

  • 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

  • I have just completed 3 months of coaching from Paul and I have to say that during those 3 months of training I have never enjoyed or looked forward more to having a coaching session as I did with Paul. Going into the start of the coaching I had reservations...

    Ian Barnes

    Director Of Operations UK, YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP

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

    Head of Specialist Legal, Phoenix Group

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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 Ltd

  • Paul supported me through an important career transition with compassion, insight and constructive challenge. With Paul’s help, I was able to develop the tools and approaches to be able to make decisions with purpose based on self-awareness, integrity and authenticity. Paul was incredibly supportive of my goals and was a...

    Sam

  • 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

  • Paul was a fantastic coach who really helped me to make the next step in my career to director level. Paul’s ability to ask thought provoking questions and challenge me to push myself was extremely powerful, and I have come away with a more considered approach to my career. I...

    Nick Reynolds

  • 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

  • In the last 6 months Paul has been supporting me on a transformational coaching journey. Facing life changing opportunities and challenges whilst being coached professionally by a coach that goes beyond the call of duty and who is not afraid to make you think through the most difficult choices whilst...

    Petra in'tVeld-Brown

  • 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 to running...

    Arianne Atkinson

  • 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

  • Paul is a fantastic coach and mentor. I really enjoyed our challenging and supportive sessions and they delivered brilliant results. With Paul’s guidance, I made huge steps forward and secured an exciting new role. I always looked forward to our time together and there were many times that Paul went...

    Jo Lavender

    Chief Marketing Officer, TrustedHousesitters

  • 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

  • Excellent Exec Coach.
    I worked with Paul over a six month period during a particularly intense period professionally. He helped me to think clearly around the planning and implementation of successful business change, and also helped me learn a lot about myself along the way. I found all of...

  • 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

  • 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...

    Ben Thomas

  • I can recommend Simon without reservation. He is a lead professional in his field and, without a doubt, has the skills and qualities to support other senior leaders. I have been a headteacher of three schools and the CEO of a Multi Academy Trust. His ability to help me focus...

    Paul Chadwick

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