I have only been coached by Bill for a few months, but the impact of his coaching has been tremendous. Bill has helped me to see my career path from a different angle and recognize my true career drivers. As a result of that, I can from now on plan and navigate my career more consciously.
I have had so many "aha" moments during our sessions, mostly when he was asking his amazing questions. In addition to the fantastic experience, he is very approachable, which made me always look forward to our sessions. I am extremaly grateful for Bill's support and guidance.
Marta
I had a fixed goal of being in a certain place after certain number of years in a certain type of company.
When I shared this with Bill, his insightful coaching helped me realise that what I thought was being focused was actually me being rigid and stuck to a goal I had set for myself when I was starting my career. He helped me realise that I was actually restricting myself from learning my own strengths & weakness and exploring my options by not re-evaluating my goals more frequently.
His coaching is something that helped me realise how much more I can do in my career and be happy with the pace while still working for long term visions if I take a fluid approach in my career instead of a fixed path. He helped me make bold choices of saying No to something which was right for me for a decade but was not serving any purpose in the moment, thus helping my liberate myself from my own rustic expectations.
I cannot recommend Bill Leask highly enough! There are many few people in my career who could convince me to re-shape my career path with a Conscious choice and Bill is definitely outshining most of them!
Shweta
I've found Bill's approach to coaching very effective, as he always suggests different points of view on the topic we are discussing and won't hesitate to re-focus the conversation if he thinks we could explore it from another angle.
Having honest feedback is an essential way to keep growing and Bill excels at providing it.To anyone wanting to learn more about how their personality has an effect on their careers do speak with Bill, you won't regret it.
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Nuria
One particular instance that stands out is how Bill helped me gain perspective during a challenging experience with a difficult stakeholder. I found myself in a highly stressful situation, unsure of how to navigate the complexities of the relationship. Bill, with his wealth of experience, offered invaluable insights that not only eased my anxiety but also enabled me to devise a strategic plan to address the issue. This was a game changing conversation for me and one I reflect on regularly, enabling me to pivot my style to the individual with some remarkable & rewarding results
Bill has played a pivotal role in reshaping my thinking and my journey, and I am immensely grateful for the support and guidance he continues to provide. I have no doubt that anyone who has the privilege of working with Bill will experience transformative growth and unparalleled mentorship.
Anna
Bill was excellent in coaching me through several aspects of my role. His questioning technique really made me think about my plans and prioritise what was important to me and my role and life itself. This in turn meant I could rely that to my organisation and make the decisions I needed to.
Bill has a very instantly likeable character and through his manner and techniques provided insights into my life and career that I hadn't considered before. I would highly recommend him.
Sarah
Bill is an amazing coach and has helped me vastly in my career development with confidence coaching, career navigation and self-assurance. He's challenged my thinking, pushed my stubbornness and even taken my sarcasm. He's really encouraged me to push the boundaries, step out my comfort zone and strive for the next role I’ve been wanting.
Aysha
My first official coach, I am benefitting from Bill's extensive knowledge and experience. He has helped to guide me along some challenging paths from board position applications to navigating the new world of a merger. I really value his input, time, observations and guidance.
Cheryl
As dramatic as it may sound, Bill's coaching has grown to be one of the most valuable proponents of my professional development. His ability to objectively absorb an experience, and then guide people to a healthy and constructive outcome - all the while making the most of their personal strengths! - is like black magic.
Working in Product Management requires critical thinking, a willingness to challenge the status quo, and patient resilience: Bill exemplifies all of these abilities. His wealth of experience helps me to frame obstacles in new ways so I can overcome them more effectively; more so, he holds me accountable to my own progression and goals, so that I can realise my growth.
Isabelle
I have had the pleasure of Bill coaching me for the last 6+ months. He has helped me through some challenging situations and helped me come out of them positive, putting myself first and helping me be clear about my goals. I've learnt to focus on demonstrating potential and he has brought a healthy dose of realism to our discussions.
I am looking forward to continuing to grow and I value the experience and guidance Bill gives me. Wendy
Wendy
Bill has an excellent manner and from day one made me feel at ease during our coaching sessions.
I love Bill's questioning / thought provoking approach , this has helped me prioritise my career plans and navigate the corporate environment.
Bill has provided me with a great level of insight into the psychology of people and how to control parts of my personality.
Ifeoma
I had the pleasure of working with Bill a few years ago, and I've had the opportunity to benefit from his coaching sessions.
Bill has a personable approach and believes in leveraging strengths to unlock our potential. With his practical guidance, I overcame obstacles and achieved my professional objectives at the time.
His strength-based approach, coupled with his personal touch and genuine care for his clients' success, make him a valuable asset for personal and professional growth.
Daniela
He has been incredibly valuable in helping me unpack my career journey to date, and where I see myself in going. I hadn't worked with a mentor previously, and found calls with Bill really useful to help build the confidence to take the next step and keep myself accountable. He is always generous with his time, asks thought provoking questions and helps challenge your thinking (which is appreciated).
Laura
Bill was my mentor throughout a significant professional (and country relocation) change. I can't thank him enough for his skilled approach. Step by step, he helped me define the best path forward with patience and kindness.
He showed a real knack for how best to counsel and guide me through the various development phases. Suffice to say, I am now extremely happy with my career and professional growth and Bill's coaching was a major contributing factor in getting me there.
Emma
Bill has an excellent manner and makes you feel at ease from the beginning of your interactions with him
Bill provides insights and points for you to consider. During my sessions I have enough the different view points Bill has posed, they have helped me see sides of myself I wasn't aware I was neglecting
I cannot recommend Bill highly enough.
Lynne
Working with Bill as my mentor was a really positive experience. He used his knowledge and experience to guide our sessions and provided me with so much useful advice. His listening skills are impeccable and he was able to bring his coaching into the sessions, which I appreciated immensely.
I enjoyed our conversations not just about my personal development but his thoughts on mentoring and coaching in general. Overall, it was an incredibly helpful experience and I definitely recommend Bill as a mentor and coach.
Frances
I can't think of any one in business who wouldn't benefit from working with Bill. He is an amazing listener, asks that one insightful question, and before you know it you are opening up and talking. Bill then takes all of that, brings a clarity to it and sets you on a path enabling you to move forward. He's very generous with his time, committed to making positive change happen and a thoroughly nice human being. Amanda
Amanda
I chose Bill as my coach at a point in my life when I needed some help with navigation. He provided me with great challenge and insight into what I wanted from my next role and helped me to shape my approach in searching for the right place and culture. I would thoroughly recommend him as a great mentor with a straight-talking approach that is very energising. Thanks Bill
Gaynor
Every session with Bill has been thought-provoking, positively challenging and resulting in some actionable plan. Bill often comes back to topics to discuss in detail; something that you might not think much of to start with, but a deep-dive with his insightful perspective helps recognise the limiting belief that you’d been holding.
I highly highly recommend Bill to anybody looking to grow professionally and personally with the support of a brilliant coach who genuinely cares, challenges positively and has great expertise in what he does.
Rajinder
I have been incredibly lucky to have Bill's support as an executive coach helping me navigate the challenges of leading small businesses. It was my first time working with an executive coach. To be honest, I did not really understand what an executive coach was or what exactly it was going to help me with!
What I quickly learned was that Bill was invaluable at helping me take a step back from the day to day and realise what really matters. His approach is not to suggest solutions, but act as a patient listener, asking the right questions which make you realise where you should be focusing your time and energy.
In what can be quite vulnerable discussions, Bill is incredibly thoughtful and supportive. His compassion and conscientious approach mean that you know he really cares about you and your professional development. But also challenges you where you need to be challenged.
The impact of working with Bill on my career, but probably also on my personal life, cannot be underestimated. He gives confidence where you need to be given confidence, and challenges where you need to be challenged. But always in an incredibly supportive way. Thank you Bill - I would thoroughly recommend you to anyone as an executive coach or mentor. It's been a privilege!
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Andrew
I'm so glad I got coaching from Bill! I was at at a point in my career where I was unsure on next steps and how hard to push myself.
Bill helped me work out my motivations, the beliefs that limited myself and consequently I have been able to set a direction and lean into my ambitions. He listens, asks challenging questions and pushes you to get to the root of what you're thinking.
Without Bill I think I would have plodded along, and received broad support from my mentors. If you want a different perspective and to get clarity in your direction, spend some time with Bill!
Alex
It’s not a coincidence that since Bill started coaching me, a lot of positive things have happened in my work life, and in such a short space of time.
Bill’s an excellent coach with a wealth of knowledge and experience in business and the technology sector. He’s a wonderful advocate and ally for women in technology.
Bill’s really encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone, and enabled me to be much more focused on me, and what I’m trying to achieve. He has an impressive ability to really listen to what I’m saying (and I talk at him a lot!), ask thought-provoking questions, and make (sometimes challenging) suggestions.
Donna
Bill has been a fantastic coach to me over the past few months. He’s challenged my thinking and through this enabled me to focus on and prioritise actions that support progressing my career in line with my goals.
Bill seeks to understand people first, their values, what their strengths and ambitions are, to ensure the support he provides is the right support for the individual. It’s definitely not a one size fits all or cliched approach!
I find Bill very personable and someone I can talk to easily, and I know what I’ve learnt since we started working together will be lessons I can use throughout the rest of my career. Thank you Bill for your continued support - I’m feeling a lot more optimistic about my career going into 2024 than I have for a while!
Lucie
Endorsing Bill is not just a recommendation, it's a no-brainer. However, capturing the depth of his expertise and his genuine talent for coaching is no small feat.
Bill has been my coach for a considerable duration, guiding me through the labyrinth of my thoughts and dismantling the decades of self-imposed societal constructs. Together, we've constructed a new, empowering blueprint that I've successfully put into practice. Bill's years of invaluable insights, often from a unique male perspective, have led me to several profound realisations that had eluded me in the past. These epiphanies have significantly amplified my determination and professional confidence. Bill is truly exceptional in his ability to inspire growth and transformation.
Asma
I had the privilege of being mentored by Bill, and I am immensely grateful for the profound impact he has had on my personal and professional growth. Bill's guidance has taught me the importance of stepping out into the light and embracing new opportunities without holding back. His patient and good-natured approach created a supportive environment where I felt comfortable facing my fears and pushing beyond my comfort zone.
One of Bill's outstanding qualities is his attentive listening and ability to ask thought-provoking questions. He genuinely cared about understanding my aspirations and challenges, and his valuable insights and advice were tailored to my specific needs. Additionally, Bill went above and beyond by connecting me with relevant professional help within my niche, providing me with invaluable networking opportunities.
Thank you, Bill, for helping me step into the light and become a better version of myself. Olaide
Olaide
Bill became my mentor at the start of 2023. After just one session with him, I felt completely at ease and as if I'd known him for years. The mentoring process with Bill has been fantastic - he is not only a brilliant listener, but I genuinely feel challenged throughout our sessions.
Bill builds confidence and constructively questions my thought process - both approaches are incredibly valuable for me as they help me be more honest when reflecting on my actions and behaviours. Bill is incredibly skilled and through a variety of questions will help me to work through my journey of self discovery by myself. I can't recommend him highly enough.
In the short time we've been connected, I've made significant changes in my professional career that are ultimately helping me find greater happiness and fulfillment in my everyday work. A sincere and thoughtful mentor who I am genuinely thrilled I have had the privilege to connect with.
Gill
Bill possesses an exceptional ability to truly listen and understand individuals on a deep level. In our first conversation, I felt that he had grasped who I am as a person and identified areas where I needed to challenge myself.
Bill's guidance and insights have been truly transformative. He has helped me gain a fresh perspective on my strengths and limitations, enabling me to build confidence in myself and my abilities. Through thought-provoking discussions and targeted exercises, he has consistently pushed me outside of my comfort zone, fostering personal and professional growth.
I think that what sets Bill apart is not only his expertise but also his genuine care and interest in me as his mentee. He generously invests his time, sometimes at short notice, offering unwavering support and guidance. His dedication to my personal development and success is evident in every interaction we have had.
Bill's approachable demeanour create a safe space where I feel comfortable sharing my aspirations and concerns.
I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have found Bill as my mentor. His selflessness and genuine interest in my progress have made a lasting impact.
I wholeheartedly recommend Bill to anyone seeking a mentor who can provide valuable insights, guidance, and unwavering support on their journey of personal and professional growth.
Nicky