Executive & Leadership Coaching

Leadership that is
courageous, human
and purposeful.

Leadership begins with knowing who you are, what you stand for — and how you can use that to serve others. I work with C-suite executives and senior leaders to deepen that self-awareness and translate it into sharper decisions, greater influence, and more purposeful leadership.

"Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom."

— Victor Frankl
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CoachAwards 2024 Bronze — Best Executive Coach

Recognition

Best Executive Coach
CoachAwards 2024 · Bronze

Graziela Cajado-Ogland, Executive Coach
C-Suite
& Senior Leaders Focus
15+
Years Corporate Experience
Harvard
MBA
ICF PCC
Credentialed Coach
Global
ICF Board Director

Private & Corporate Engagements

From global institutions to high-growth start-ups

Coaching delivered to leaders and professionals from the following organisations

Rothschild & Co
BlackRock
JP Morgan
McKinsey & Co
Oliver Wyman
Legal & General
Aviva
Google
Amazon
Lloyds Banking Group
Kenvue
Artemis
Technip Energies
Sonae Sierra
Beauty Pie
HBO
Pogust Goodhead
London Business School
Harvard Business School

"You will be in very capable hands with Graziela as your coach. She combines a calm, highly professional and unflappable style with real insight, helpful levels of challenge and strong business credentials. She won't let you get away with bluster or avoidance, being firmly on your side but also ready to take a stand for what's important for you."

Luke Menzies  ·  Barrister · Solicitor · CEO · Charity Trustee

Your Needs

The leadership challenges
that bring clients to me

Senior leadership brings pressures that few around you truly understand — and fewer still are equipped to help you navigate. Tap each card to explore.

Leading During Uncertainty & Ambiguity

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Rapid technological change, geopolitical volatility and the rise of AI are reshaping organisations at pace. Senior leaders are expected to provide clarity and direction even when the landscape shifts beneath them. Coaching helps you lead with confidence and conviction — even when you don't have all the answers.

Decision-Making Under Pressure

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The stakes are higher, the data is incomplete, and the margin for error is narrower. You need sharper clarity and greater confidence when it matters most.

Navigating Complex Transitions

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A new role, expanded scope, or significant organisational change. Transitions at the top require a different kind of support — and a trusted thinking partner.

Stakeholder Influence & Dynamics

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Boards, peers, and political complexity. You need to lead upward, sideways, and across boundaries with greater effectiveness and less friction.

The Isolation of the Top

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Feedback becomes filtered at senior levels. You need a confidential space to think clearly, speak honestly, and be challenged by someone who truly understands.

Values & Leadership Alignment

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You want to lead with purpose and integrity — to make courageous decisions that reflect who you are, not just what the role demands.

Sustaining Performance & Composure

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Maintaining your edge and equilibrium under sustained pressure — leading well, and remaining grounded, regardless of what's happening around you.

Services & Areas of Expertise

A high-impact coaching
engagement, tailored to you

Signature Programme

Executive 1:2:1 Coaching

8 Sessions · 4–8 Month Engagement

  • 2 in-depth 90-minute Discovery sessions
  • 6 × 60-minute coaching sessions focused on your leadership challenges
  • Comprehensive assessment de-briefs and tailored session preparation
  • Post-session summaries with strategic recommendations
  • Flexible cadence — typically monthly, aligned with your priorities

Tailored to you Every engagement is shaped around your specific context, priorities and pace. The structure above is a proven starting point — the scope, intensity and focus are always adapted to what you need most.

Optional Add-ons

  • – Leadership Circle Profile (LCP) + Development Plan
  • – Hogan Assessment & Debrief
  • – Positive Intelligence Programme
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Leadership Focus Areas

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Enhancing Team Effectiveness & Leadership Impact

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Helping you build high-performing teams, clarify expectations and create the conditions where people do their best work — amplifying your impact as a leader.

Strategic Delegation & Empowerment

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Moving from doing to leading — learning to delegate with confidence, trust your team and free yourself to focus on the decisions only you can make.

Navigating Conflict & Complex Stakeholder Dynamics

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Developing the skill to manage tension, navigate competing agendas and build productive relationships — even in politically complex environments.

Executive Presence, Influence & Visibility

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Strengthening how you show up in high-stakes moments — with boards, peers and senior stakeholders — so your voice carries the authority and gravitas your role demands.

Leading Through Transition & Increased Scope

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Supporting you through role changes, expanded remit or organisational transformation — so you step into new territory with clarity, confidence and direction.

Managing Upwards & Influencing Senior Stakeholders

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Building the skills to manage relationships with boards, investors and senior leaders — influencing decisions, shaping narratives and earning trust at the highest levels.

Building & Leveraging Strategic Networks

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Identifying and cultivating the relationships that matter most — inside and outside your organisation — to extend your influence and open new possibilities.

High-Impact Feedback & Courageous Conversations

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Developing the confidence to have the honest conversations that others avoid — giving feedback that lands well and addressing issues before they become bigger problems.

Maintaining Composure & Performance Under Pressure

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Staying grounded, clear and effective when the pressure is highest — developing the inner resilience to lead well regardless of what is happening around you.

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Values-Driven & Purpose-Led Leadership

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Connecting your leadership to what matters most — making decisions with integrity, leading authentically and building a legacy that reflects who you truly are.

Graziela Cajado-Ogland

Graziela Cajado-Ogland · Executive Coach

CoachAwards 2024 Bronze — Best Executive Coach
About Graziela

A different kind of
coaching partnership

Before becoming a coach, I spent over 15 years working inside global organisations — including JP Morgan, American Express and Save the Children UK. That experience, across different sectors and cultures, gave me first-hand understanding of what leadership from the inside really feels and demands.

I partner with senior leaders to think clearly, lead effectively, and navigate the responsibilities that come with leadership — drawing on both the rigour of my coaching training and the reality of having lived and worked inside complex organisations.

I work with a selective number of clients at any one time — because this work requires genuine depth of partnership, not volume. If you are a senior leader or founder curious about coaching, I would welcome a conversation.

What makes this combination distinctive

A business education from Harvard and a BA in Business Administration, over 15 years inside global organisations, and rigorous professional coach training through CTI — one of the world's most respected coach training institutes. Which means you work with someone who understands both the pressures of the role and the science of change.

Education, experience & coaching practice

MBA — Harvard Business School
BA Business Administration — Fundação Getulio Vargas
CPCC — Coach Training Institute (CTI)
ICF PCC — Professional Certified Coach
LCP | Hogan | NEO | Positive Intelligence
Global Board Director (2024–present) & Treasurer (2025) — International Coaching Federation
Visiting Coach — London Business School
Best Executive Coach — CoachAwards 2024 (Bronze)
Client Testimonials

What senior leaders
say about working with me

In their own words — from CEOs, CIOs, VPs and senior professionals who have worked with Graziela.

Trusted Thinking Partner & Sounding Board

"You will be in very capable hands with Graziela as your coach. She combines a calm, highly professional and unflappable style with real insight, helpful levels of challenge and strong business credentials. She won't let you get away with bluster or avoidance, being firmly on your side but also ready to take a stand for what's important for you."

Luke Menzies
Barrister · Solicitor · CEO · Charity Trustee

"Gra also acted as my thinking partner and that helped me disassociate myself from my challenges and reflect on potential solutions with an outside perspective. Overall, my coaching experience was very positive and I would not hesitate to recommend Gra as a coach."

Camille
Vice President (Europe & UK), Global Management Consulting Firm

"Graziela has been both an inspiration and a fundamentally wise sounding board in both my professional and personal endeavours. The support she has provided during our sessions and her genuine joy in sharing in the little celebrations along the way has been fantastic. Thank you Graziela!"

Danielle S.
Education & Public Policy
Leadership Development & Self-Awareness

"Coaching with Gra has been incredibly valuable as it provided me with the space to reflect on important career decisions. Gra expertly guided me to consider my options in alignment with my goals, values, strengths, and long-term objectives. Additionally, the in-depth 360 Leadership Assessment using the Leadership Circle Profile enhanced my self-awareness and identified areas for positive changes in my leadership effectiveness, which I am eager to apply in my new role. Throughout our coaching journey, Gra held me accountable to my personal goals, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing my well-being, family, and establishing healthy habits. Alongside being a collaborative thinker and encouraging my leadership development, Gra also shared valuable resources and articles, extending the impact of our coaching sessions. As a leader, I highly recommend coaching as it provides a safe space to discuss challenges, receive thought-provoking questions, and gain a grounded sense of reality. I am very grateful to Gra for her invaluable support during this important transition."

K.C.
Chief Executive Officer, Consumer Goods Industry

"Coaching with Gra enabled me gain a better understanding of myself and what I want out of my career. It helped me build confidence in being an authentic leader by leveraging my values and strengths. I see myself as a more capable leader now — not as someone who has all the answers, but someone who is inquisitive and will work with team members to solve problems together."

Camille
Vice President (Europe & UK), Global Management Consulting Firm

"Coaching with Gra has been transformative, impacting both my personal and professional life. From the beginning, Gra skilfully helped me recognize the barriers I had created for myself, such as overthinking and self-doubt. Overcoming these tendencies allowed me to rediscover my true self and take decisive action towards my goals. The results have been amazing, with professional achievements and personal growth that align with my values and boost my confidence. Gra's thought-provoking questions played a crucial role in guiding me towards self-reflection and uncovering what truly matters to me. Our sessions continue to expand my thinking and explore new possibilities, focusing on my leadership development and the path to becoming the leader I aspire to be. The safe and nurturing environment Gra creates during our conversations allows me to be my authentic self, fostering my growth and self-trust."

Ana Carolina S.Q
CIO and Partner, Global Law Firm
Navigating Career & Leadership Transitions

"Coaching provided me with invaluable insights, including greater self-awareness which had positive impact on various aspects of my life. I learned to adjust my expectations and became less demanding, leading to more positive interactions with those around me. I've discovered a sense of patience and the ability to better support, reassure and nurture others. I've become calmer, less judgmental, and experienced more joy and gratitude. My coach Graziela was engaging, resourceful, intuitive, and supportive throughout the process. I highly recommend coaching to anyone seeking personal growth and a more fulfilling life."

UK-based CEO
Asset Management Industry

"I was coached by Graziela during one of the most important phases of my career. She was crucial during the most recent process of my career change, helping me feel confident, strong, capable, showing me the most valuable tools and techniques."

N.C.
Strategy, M&A and Business Development

"I came into coaching skeptical about transitioning from a long career in the airline industry. Graziela convinced me of my transferable skills. Now, in a startup role, I've found I have far more to offer than I initially thought, and consequently progressed very quickly! From skeptic to convert, I would highly recommend exploring coaching with Graziela."

R. Datson
Operations Director, Start-up
Executive Presence, Influence & Confidence

"Gra's coaching has been a game-changer for me in navigating the complexities of my professional and personal life. Through her guidance, I've embraced the urgent vs. important framework, gaining clarity amidst a whirlwind of responsibilities. From managing a demanding job to juggling personal commitments, Gra's structured approach equipped me with practical tools for prioritization and balance. Moreover, her focus on overcoming impostor syndrome and leveraging strengths empowered me to confront self-doubt head-on, fostering confidence and authenticity in both male-dominated work environments and personal interactions."

A.K.V.
Investment Director, Real Estate

"Gra helped me identify and explore my strengths and work through my limitations with a lot of patience, compassion, love and focus. I am thankful to Gra, for helping me get to the next level in my professional life."

N.C.
Strategy, M&A and Business Development

"From the beginning, Gra skilfully helped me recognize the barriers I had created for myself, such as overthinking and self-doubt. Overcoming these tendencies allowed me to rediscover my true self and take decisive action towards my goals."

Ana Carolina S.Q
CIO and Partner, Global Law Firm

Client testimonials are shared with permission. Some names are abbreviated to preserve confidentiality.

Speaking Engagements · Webinars · Workshops

Thought leadership
on the stages that matter

I speak regularly at conferences, panels, forums and corporate events, and appear as a guest on podcasts. My sessions explore the human side of leadership — self-awareness, courageous decision-making, navigating complexity and building resilience — drawing on real corporate experience and rigorous coaching practice.

I am available for keynotes, panel discussions, masterclasses, workshops and corporate leadership events. All sessions are tailored to the audience and context.

Recent Events
LBS Masterclass Positive Intelligence March 2026 Level 20 Future Leaders Workshop April 2026 Level 20 Workshop in session LBS Reframing Your Career Story Nov 2025 LBS Masterclass Positive Intelligence Oct 2024 LBS Career Keynote Sep 2024 LinkedIn Live Nov 2025 Seven College Conference HBS May 2022 Seven College Conference panel Navigating Career Transitions Panel Maya Gudka Executive Coach Podcast

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Speaking History
2026
Apr
Level 20 Future Leaders Workshop — Leadership in Private Equity
Carlisle, UK Offices
Mar
Masterclass: Positive Intelligence
London Business School
2025
Nov
Career Keynote — Reframing Your Story with Confidence
London Business School
Nov
Podcast — You Change the World Listening to What's Emerging
With André Politzer MBA, MCC
Nov
Podcast — 10 Ways That High Achievers Self-Sabotage
The Executive Coach Podcast with Maya Gudka
Jun
The Career Decision Sprint: Fast Tracking Big Choices with Confidence
London Business School — Reunion Session
May
Positive Intelligence Workshop
London Business School — Coach Connection Day
2024
Oct
Masterclass: Positive Intelligence to Overcome our Saboteurs
London Business School
Sep
Keynote — Building Career Confidence
London Business School
Mar
International Women's Day Panel Discussion
Pogust Goodhead
2023
Oct
Career & Professional Development
Brazilian Women's Network
Sep
Professional Identity Workshop — Returner Programme Launch
Sparta Global
May
Professional Identity Workshop — Returners Launch Event
Rothschild & Co
May
The Leader as Coach — ICF International Coaching Week
International Coaching Federation UK
Mar
My Professional Coaching Journey
Community Connect UK — ICF Members
2022 & Earlier
2022
Navigating Career Transitions — Seven College Conference
Curzon Victoria Theatre, London · HBS Club of London
2021
Transitioning In and Out of the Workforce (260 registrations)
Harvard Business School Alumni Circles
2020
Career Managing Post Covid-19 (800+ views)
Brazilian Women's Network
2020
Proactively Managing your Career
IBM Digital UK
What Organisers Say

"Graziela consistently delivered high-quality and engaging materials, captivating the audience with her calm demeanour, powerful storytelling, and strong impact. Her charisma and relatability make her an ideal speaker."

Jane Power
HBS Alumni Circles · Harvard Business School

"Her talks have received great feedback from our members, one of which had 800+ views. She comes across as very knowledgeable, inspiring, and approachable, and is great at connecting with the audience with empathy. She demonstrates clear and confident delivery and often brings along great visual aids that help effectively illustrate her points and keep the audience engaged."

Regina Marques
Leader, Grupo Mulheres do Brasil UK

"Thank you so much for leading this morning's workshop — it was really engaging and insightful. The feedback we've received so far has been very positive."

Event Organiser
Level 20 — Leadership in Private Equity Workshop, April 2026

Invite Graziela to Speak

Available for keynotes, panels, masterclasses, workshops and corporate leadership events.

Get in Touch
Contact

Start with
a conversation

I work with a selective number of clients at any one time to ensure depth and quality of partnership. If you are a senior leader or founder curious about executive coaching, I'd welcome an initial conversation — with no obligation.

Graziela Cajado-Ogland

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Resources

Recommended reading
for leaders who think deeply

A curated selection of books and talks I recommend to clients and return to myself. Organised by theme — to support your thinking between sessions and beyond.

TED Talks & Lectures Worth Watching

The Power of Vulnerability

Brené Brown

One of the most watched TED talks of all time. Vulnerability as the birthplace of courage, connection and creativity — essential for any leader.

Listening to Shame (includes "It's not the critic who counts")

Brené Brown

The follow-up to her vulnerability talk — on shame, courage and what it means to truly show up. Features the powerful Roosevelt "man in the arena" passage.

How Great Leaders Inspire Action — Finding Your Why

Simon Sinek

The golden circle framework — why people don't buy what you do, they buy why you do it. One of the most viewed leadership talks ever.

The Gift and Power of Emotional Courage

Susan David

Why emotional rigidity holds us back and how emotional agility — the ability to be with difficult feelings — unlocks our full potential as leaders.

The Power of Introverts

Susan Cain

A compelling case for the undervalued strengths of introversion — and why the world needs quiet leadership just as much as loud.

How to Find the Person Who Can Help You Get Ahead at Work

Carla Harris

The critical difference between a mentor and a sponsor — and why having a sponsor is one of the most important career decisions a senior leader can make.

The Gift of Conflict · TED Talk

Amy Gallo

Why staying silent when you disagree is more damaging than speaking up — and how to navigate conflict with compassion and confidence.

HBR Guide Video Series — Conflict & Communication · YouTube

Amy Gallo · Harvard Business Review

Amy's award-winning HBR video series covers navigating conflict, getting heard, working with difficult people and courageous conversations — practical, research-based and highly watchable.

Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are

Amy Cuddy

How the way we hold our bodies affects not just how others see us but how we see ourselves — and how to use presence to show up more confidently in high-stakes moments.

Leading with Empathy & Overcoming Self-Doubt · TED ReThinking Podcast

Jacinda Ardern with Adam Grant

The former New Zealand Prime Minister in conversation with Adam Grant — on leading with compassion and kindness as genuine strengths, navigating self-doubt, and why empathy is nothing without action.

Recommended Books by Theme

Leadership & Self-Awareness

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Leadership

Harvard Business Review

The definitive collection of essential leadership thinking — a powerful starting point for any senior leader.

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Emotional Intelligence

Harvard Business Review

The essential articles on self-awareness, empathy and the people skills that separate great leaders from good ones.

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Managing Yourself

Harvard Business Review

How the best leaders manage their energy, attention and values — includes Clayton Christensen's landmark "How Will You Measure Your Life?"

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Mental Toughness

Harvard Business Review

Building the resilience and mental fortitude to perform under pressure, recover from setbacks and lead through adversity.

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Lifelong Learning

Harvard Business Review

Why the ability to keep learning and unlearning has become one of the most critical skills for modern leaders navigating constant change.

Co-Active Leadership

Karen & Henry Kimsey-House

A fresh model of leadership that moves beyond hierarchy — leading from within, behind, beside and in front. Deeply aligned with coaching philosophy.

Daring Greatly

Brené Brown

Why vulnerability is not weakness but the birthplace of courage, connection and meaningful leadership — essential for senior leaders.

Rising Strong

Brené Brown

What it takes to get back up after setbacks and failure — the process of rising strong as a leader and as a human being.

What Got You Here Won't Get You There

Marshall Goldsmith

How the habits that made you successful can hold you back at the next level. Essential reading for senior leaders.

Emotional Intelligence & Regulation

Emotional Intelligence

Daniel Goleman

The book that changed how the world thinks about intelligence — self-awareness as the foundation of great leadership.

Emotional Agility

Susan David

How to navigate difficult emotions with flexibility and strength rather than suppression or avoidance.

Positive Intelligence

Shirzad Chamine

Identifying the inner saboteurs that undermine your performance and developing mental fitness to overcome them.

Atlas of the Heart

Brené Brown

A map of the human emotional landscape — essential for leaders who want to connect meaningfully with others.

Mindset

Carol Dweck

The power of believing that abilities can be developed — transformative for leaders navigating growth and change.

Energy Rising

Julia DiGangi

The neuroscience of emotional energy — how to harness your emotions as a source of power and leadership rather than being drained by them.

The Let Them Theory

Mel Robbins

A practical framework for releasing the need to control others and reclaiming your own energy and focus.

Navigating Uncertainty & Change

The Uncertainty Toolkit

Seam Connif & Katherine Templar-Lewis

Practical tools for leading and thriving in ambiguous, fast-changing environments.

The Fearless Organization

Amy Edmondson

Why psychological safety is the foundation for innovation and resilience in uncertain times — and how to create it as a leader.

Dare to Lead

Brené Brown

What it means to lead courageously in complex, uncertain times — putting values into practice and choosing courage over comfort.

Leaders Eat Last

Simon Sinek

How great leaders build the trust and belonging that enables teams to thrive — even through the most volatile and challenging times.

Who Moved My Cheese?

Spencer Johnson

A deceptively simple but profound story about adapting to change — useful for leaders and for sharing with their teams.

Courageous Conversations

Getting Along

Amy Gallo

A practical guide to navigating difficult workplace relationships with more confidence and less stress.

Radical Candour

Kim Scott

How to be honest with people without being brutal — caring personally while challenging directly.

Nonviolent Communication

Marshall Rosenberg

A language of compassion that transforms how we express ourselves and hear others — essential for leadership.

Daring Greatly

Brené Brown

Why vulnerability is not weakness but the birthplace of courage, connection and meaningful leadership.

A 4-Step Approach to Difficult Conversations

Judy Ringer

A clear, practical framework for approaching the conversations most leaders avoid.

Women in Leadership

How Women Rise

Sally Helgesen & Marshall Goldsmith

The specific habits that hold women back from reaching their full potential — and how to break them.

Playing Big

Tara Mohr

A practical guide for women ready to stop playing small and step into their full leadership potential.

Networking & Building Relationships

Your Personal Boardroom

Zella King & Amanda Scott

How to build the right support network for your career — the people who challenge, guide and open doors for you.

Never Eat Alone

Keith Ferrazzi

How the most successful people build lasting relationships — generosity and genuine connection over transactional networking.

Quiet

Susan Cain

The power of introverts in a world that won't stop talking — essential reading for leaders who recharge alone.

How to Win Friends and Influence People

Dale Carnegie

A timeless classic on the art of human connection — as relevant for senior leaders today as ever.

Navigating Organisational Politics

If You Don't Do Politics, Politics Will Do You

Niven Postma

A frank, practical guide to understanding and navigating the political landscape of organisations with integrity.

Owl, Fox, Donkey or Sheep: Political Skills for Managers

Simon Baddeley & Kim James

A seminal framework for understanding how we read — and respond to — organisational politics. Are you the wise owl or the clever fox?

Career & Job Transitions

Working Identity

Herminia Ibarra

How career change actually happens — not through reflection alone, but through action and experimentation.

Designing Your Life

Bill Burnett & Dave Evans

Applying design thinking to your career and life — a practical, creative framework for building a life that works.

The First 90 Days

Michael Watkins

The definitive guide to leadership transitions — how to accelerate your success in a new role from day one.

Purpose, Meaning & Future Planning

How Will You Measure Your Life?

Clayton Christensen

Applying business thinking to the question of a life well lived — profound reading for senior leaders at any stage.

From Strength to Strength

Arthur Brooks

How to navigate the second half of a successful career — finding new sources of meaning, purpose and fulfilment.

Ikigai

Héctor García & Francesc Miralles

The Japanese concept of finding your reason for being — the intersection of what you love, what you're good at and what the world needs.

Man's Search for Meaning

Viktor Frankl

A profound meditation on purpose, resilience and the human capacity to find meaning even in the most difficult circumstances.

Habits, Change & Personal Development

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Stephen Covey

A timeless framework for personal and professional effectiveness — still one of the most powerful leadership books ever written.

Atomic Habits

James Clear

How tiny changes compound into remarkable results — the most practical book on building lasting habits.

The Miracle Morning

Hal Elrod

A morning routine practice that transforms your performance, mindset and energy for the day ahead.

The Gifts of Imperfection

Brené Brown

Letting go of who you think you should be and embracing who you are — essential reading on perfectionism and self-worth.

Self-Compassion & Wellbeing

Self-Compassion

Kristin Neff

The science and practice of treating yourself with the same kindness you would offer a good friend — transformative for high-achieving leaders.

Radical Acceptance

Tara Brach

Learning to love yourself and the world through embracing the present moment with compassion — a powerful framework for inner freedom.

Decision-Making & Strategy

Think Again

Adam Grant

The power of knowing what you don't know — why the ability to rethink and unlearn is one of the most valuable skills for leaders navigating complexity and change.

Wise Decisions

Jim Loehr & Sheila Ohlsson Walker

A science-based framework for making better decisions under pressure — drawing on energy management, neuroscience and values alignment.

Thinking, Fast and Slow

Daniel Kahneman

A groundbreaking exploration of the two systems that drive how we think — essential for any leader who wants to understand their own biases and improve the quality of their decisions.

Returning to Work

The Return Journey

Julianne Miles

A practical and compassionate guide to returning to work after a career break — rebuilding confidence, identity and momentum.

Adjusting to New Cultures

The Culture Map

Erin Meyer

An indispensable guide for global leaders — understanding how cultural differences shape communication, trust, decision-making and leadership across borders.

Rewriting Your Story with Confidence

The Power of Regret

Daniel Pink

How to use regret as a catalyst rather than a burden — a reframe that helps leaders turn past choices into fuel for future growth and clearer decision-making.

AI & the Future of Leadership

More Human: How the Power of AI Can Transform the Way You Lead

Rasmus Hougaard & Jacqueline Carter

A compelling case that AI, used wisely, can make leaders more human — not less. Drawing on interviews with 100+ CEOs and AI experts, it offers a roadmap for AI-augmented, human-centred leadership.

Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI

Ethan Mollick

A Wharton professor's practical and nuanced guide to working alongside AI — how to harness it as a thinking partner without losing your own judgement and creativity.

Power and Prediction: The Disruptive Economics of Artificial Intelligence

Ajay Agrawal, Joshua Gans & Avi Goldfarb

How AI shifts the balance of power in organisations and industries — essential strategic reading for C-suite leaders navigating the AI transformation.

Leadership Biographies

Learning from the lives of extraordinary leaders — their decisions, setbacks, and what shaped who they became.

A Different Kind of Power

Jacinda Ardern — former Prime Minister, New Zealand

A candid and deeply human account of leading through crisis with empathy and kindness — and why these qualities are not weaknesses but the most powerful tools a leader can have.

The Ride of a Lifetime

Robert Iger — former CEO, The Walt Disney Company

Fifteen years of transformational leadership — optimism, courage, decisiveness and the relentless pursuit of excellence. One of the most honest and instructive CEO memoirs written.

Shoe Dog

Phil Knight — Founder, Nike

The raw, honest story of building one of the world's most iconic brands — resilience, risk and the cost of obsessive leadership. Widely regarded as one of the best business memoirs ever written.

My Own Words

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

An extraordinary account of purpose-driven leadership, principled conviction and navigating institutions as a woman — deeply inspiring for any senior leader.

Long Walk to Freedom

Nelson Mandela

The defining account of values-driven, courageous leadership under the most extreme conditions — a timeless lesson in purpose, patience and moral courage.

Good Power

Ginni Rometty — former CEO, IBM

A candid reflection on leading through transformation, self-doubt and reinvention — particularly resonant for women in senior leadership.

Steve Jobs

Walter Isaacson

A fascinating — and at times cautionary — portrait of visionary leadership. Essential reading for understanding the tension between genius, humanity and the cost of certain leadership styles.

This list is updated regularly. If you'd like a personalised reading recommendation based on your current challenges, get in touch.

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