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As a Head of Department\/Middle Leader or HsM at an independent school, you probably already recognise the short- and long-term value of confidential 1:1 mentoring.\n

It succeeds because it taps into the highly particular needs of individual candidates regardless of specialism or level of experience. Robin builds motivation, creativity, advanced communication, self and social awareness, self-confidence, resilience, plus other skills necessary for lifelong success, that you can then pass on to others in your team.\n

While the benefits of in-person bespoke mentoring are clear, in this ever-changing world there is also a post-Covid surge in demand for online and remote professional and personal development. Robin\u2019s online platform of bespoke training videos now form part of his professional support offering. Access is made available on their own or in a new hybrid package that also includes a group facilitated session that normally takes place during the Summer term, which can be delivered face-to-face or online anywhere in the UK and further afield.<\/p> <\/div>

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Increase your Leadership Effectiveness by:<\/span><\/h2>

 \u2013 Enhancing self-awareness plus the awareness of others<\/span>
\u2013 Team motivation<\/span>
\u2013 Streamlined prioritisation<\/span>
\u2013 Communicating your vision and strategy<\/span>
\u2013 Influencing others in appropriate ways<\/span>
\u2013 Earning trust<\/span>
\u2013 Empowering staff<\/span>
\u2013 Leading your team effectively<\/span>
\u2013 Increasing self-confidence plus your ability to address large audiences<\/span>
\u2013 Solving problems<\/span>
\u2013 Holding your colleagues accountable though timely \u2018Solution Focused Conversations\u2019<\/span>
\u2013 Achieving a more sustainable Life\/Work balance<\/span>\ufeff<\/span><\/span><\/p><\/div> <\/div>

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Online Training Videos<\/h2> <\/div><\/div>

Gain instant access to six targeted training videos that have been designed to address the needs of Senior and Middle Leaders.\n

Themes covered:
\u2013 Prioritisation and Time Management Strategies at Work
\u2013 Meetings and Negotiations \u2013 Making Clear Engagements Count
\u2013 Self-awareness \u2013 Advanced Communication Skills
\u2013 Increased Self-confidence and Resilience at Work
\u2013 Decision Taking \u2013 Problem Solving at Work
\u2013 Handling Difficult Conversations plus Controlling Emotions\n

Choose from a one-off payment for a single user license or whole school license or spread the cost with a single user license subscription and receive access to one training video per month with five monthly payments.Gain instant access to six targeted training videos that have been designed to address the needs of Senior and Middle Leaders.<\/p><\/div> <\/div>

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Group and Individual Mentoring for the Head Teachers, Middle and Senior Leaders of Independent Schools<\/span><\/h2>

Choose from confidential bespoke 1:1 mentoring sessions which are tailored to the individual needs of Senior and Middle Leaders, Bursars, and other Senior Support Staff. The classic 1:1 package covers eight detailed areas of greatest value to the candidate and your school. Four x two-hour sessions are carried out three to five weeks apart and once completed, Robin provides FREE unlimited support by telephone or email for FIVE YEARS.<\/span>

By contrast, group training sessions might cover any two of the six popular themes covered in the online training videos and are delivered in a one-off in-person or an online facilitated session for up to 12 Middle Leaders anywhere in the UK or further afield.Choose from confidential bespoke 1:1 mentoring sessions which are tailored to the individual needs of Senior and Middle Leaders, Bursars, and other Senior Support Staff. The classic 1:1 package covers eight detailed areas of greatest value to the candidate and your school. Four x two-hour sessions are carried out three to five weeks apart and once completed, Robin provides FREE unlimited support by telephone or email for FIVE YEARS.<\/span>

By contrast, group training sessions might cover any two of the six popular themes covered in the online training videos and are delivered in a one-off in-person or an online facilitated session for up to 12 Middle Leaders anywhere in the UK or further afield.<\/span><\/p> Find out more<\/a><\/div> <\/div><\/div>

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Online Training Videos and Group Facilitated Workshop \u2013 Hybrid Mentoring<\/span><\/h2>

One of Robin\u2019s newest packages, this popular hybrid package provides a whole school annual license with access to the six online training videos and also includes an in-person group facilitated training session with Robin for up to ten of your Middle and Senior Leaders anywhere in the UK.<\/span><\/p> Find out more<\/a><\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div>

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Robin is no ordinary leadership coach, scoring an exceptionally strong 98.01%* in candidate feedback.<\/h2>

Robin cares deeply about each one of his coaching candidates and has written an 1,800-page leadership coaching manual that captures ideas from coaching hundreds of Senior and Middle Leaders over the last 23 years. Robin has attracted over 90 heartfelt recommendations on LinkedIn by those who have benefitted from Robin\u2019s support \u2013 and many have said that they would be more than willing to provide references.

\nMany previous coaching candidates have described the experience as \u201clife changing\u201d, which is a big statement.

\n* Last surveyed July 2021 to June 2023<\/p> <\/div>

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Endorsements<\/span><\/h2>

Clients describe Robin as being<\/span>
\u201can unrivalled creative problem solver\u201d <\/span>

Many HoDs go on to describe Robin\u2019s interventions as <\/span>
\u201cinvaluable\u201d, \u201cbreath-taking\u201d and \u201clife changing\u201d. <\/span>

Robin\u2019s coaching is configured for glass half full thinkers and glass half empty thinkers.<\/span>

Top Marks for Education Sector\u2019s \u201cMost Respected HoD Coach\u201d.<\/span>

Overall client satisfaction for the year averaged a whopping 98.1%.<\/span><\/p><\/div> <\/div>

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I am delighted to be able to wholeheartedly commend and recommend Robin for his tremendous support and wise counsel since we had our initial 1:1 in person coaching meeting a number of years ago. He remains a trusted and incredibly supportive colleague and also now friend, and I have greatly benefitted from our relationship. His accessibility and reliability have been unwaveringly consistent, and I have also found his relentless optimism and good humour a constant source of strength. I am sure that you will have a similar experience and I urge you to get in touch with him for an exploratory conversation.<\/p> \"Louis

Louis d\u2019Arcy<\/h6>

Senior Deputy Headmaster at Kimbolton School<\/p><\/grammarly-extension-vbars><\/div> <\/div>

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I am delighted to be able to wholeheartedly commend and recommend Robin for his tremendous support and wise counsel since we had our initial 1:1 in person coaching meeting a number of years ago. He remains a trusted and incredibly supportive colleague and also now friend, and I have greatly benefited from our relationship. His accessibility and reliability have been unwaveringly consistent, and I have also found his relentless optimism and good humour a constant source of strength. I am sure that you will have a similar experience, and I urge you to get in touch with him for an exploratory conversation.<\/p> \"\"

Niamh Green<\/h6>

Head of Roedean School (from April 2023)<\/p><\/div> <\/div>

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Thank you again, Robin, for all of your support and your work with the College over the last year. It was great to end with an in-person session, which so expertly pulled together lots of different elements from the training videos for us to consider. I have already received some very positive feedback from those who attended, and I am sure they will, over time, begin to pass this on to their respective teams in addition to thinking about their own practice.<\/p> \"Jamie

Jamie Emmett<\/h6>

Director of Teaching and Learning at Bradfield College<\/p><\/div> <\/div>

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Robin is a brilliant executive coach; everyone I know in the educational world who has worked with him and benefited from his coaching has rated him extremely highly. The Heads of Department initiative in particular sounds like a great idea, and I am sure it will be a huge help to a lot of people.<\/p> \"\"

Richard Harman<\/h6>

Chief Executive AGBIS<\/p><\/div> <\/div>

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I know Robin\u2019s work with HoDs and SLTs. Robin has a unique ability to bring people on. His videos allow a broader teaching community access to his sage advice. If you are a current or aspiring member of SLT or HoD, I strongly recommend that you consider this as part of your ongoing personal and professional development.<\/p> \"\"

George Budd<\/h6>

Principal at Moreton Hall<\/p><\/grammarly-extension-vbars><\/div> <\/div>

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Robin\u2019s monthly coaching sessions are helpful for developing the skillsets of Senior and Middle Leaders and getting the best out of different personalities within one\u2019s team. It is full of practicable advice. I highly recommend his services.<\/p> \"Ben

Ben Bowles<\/h6>

Deputy Head (Academic) at The Manchester Grammar School<\/p><\/grammarly-extension-vbars><\/div> <\/div>

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Robin is an excellent coach, and his monthly training sessions are informative, creative, and highly motivational at any stage of one\u2019s career.<\/p> \"Patrick

Patrick Mulvihill<\/h6>

International Development Director at Uppingham School<\/p><\/grammarly-extension-vbars><\/div> <\/div>

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I wholeheartedly recommend Robin as a coach. His inspiring monthly coaching sessions provide skills and techniques that make a real difference.<\/p> \"\"

Fiona McLauchlan<\/h6>

Deputy Head & Director of Performing Arts at St Edmund\u2019s Prep School<\/p><\/grammarly-extension-vbars><\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div>

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Contact Robin<\/h2>

If you are interested in any of our hybrid, classic, or online coaching options for yourself or your team, please contact us to arrange a 10-minute initial consultation via telephone or video call.<\/p><\/div> <\/div>