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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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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  • 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

  • Lorna is always positive and full of energy, actively listening to you and very skilled in every single step, of your journey. She has highly contributed to my personal growth, and you can feel she really cares about you and your development.

    Senior Leader, TWI, Europe

  • 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

  • Excellent coaching skills – Paul makes it very easy to talk through career choices and evaluate options and issues. His background across sales and retail has given him priceless insight into how to drive success in a business. A pleasure to work with

    Mark Dailey

    Partner, Madano Partnership

  • 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

  • Qualified Business & Personal Coach | NED | Chief People Officer Diversity, Equity and Inclusion champion. Qualified Business & Personal Coach | NED | Chief People Officer Diversity, Equity and Inclusion champion.
    Paul is highly capable leader. His calm yet driven approach to performance delivery made him a trusted...

    Nathan Clements

  • Paul and I had a coaching relationship for one year in a period which was critical to my landing as senior director in a new company and during a very transformational period for the company and for my role. We started working on some initial objectives set but where the...

    Oltea Ceraceanu

  • I really enjoyed working with Paul. He stretched my thinking, really challenged me to step out of my comfort zone, providing useful tools and insight which benefitted my development as a leader.

    Stephen Butterworth

    Chief Operations Officer, HC-One

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

    Head of Specialist Legal, Phoenix Group

  • 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

  • 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

  • Paul mentoring me has been incredibly impactful to me both professionally and personally. His open style of coaching and support has really encouraged me to focus on my personal development by finding new perspectives and ways to think about and approach my leadership. As an established leader himself he is...

    Steve Jones

    Senior Manager for the CSC and Transformation, Walgreens Boots Alliance

  • I have been working together with Paul on my Leadership Development, Development of my future career path and my Personal Development in general for the last 11 months.

    I have found Paul very professional and supportive as well as challenging and funny (with great sense of humour) at the same...

    Mr Kellner

  • I wanted accountability. I feel I have got so much more. Lisa has a personal interest in the work I do which is hugely helpful. She is passionate about my business doing well and I believe she can appreciate the good it could do, if I get out of my...

  • Lisa enabled me to simplify complex problems into clear manageable thoughts and actions. She will remain a valuable resource to call upon to help support personal and business growth.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • During 6 months, Paul has supported 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 feeling safe and...

    Petra Intveldbrown

  • Paul is an excellent coach who is able to combine challenge and support really well. Paul enables you to get to the issues fast and helps you to find ways to work through them quickly.

    Susanna Frost

    Chief People Officer & Non Executive Director, Fred. Olsen Limited

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