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Executive coaching for leaders who refuse to plateau. We work with senior professionals across the UK and beyond to sharpen decision-making, rebuild confidence after setbacks, and design careers that actually fit.

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Who we are

Exec Beacon Guide was founded on a simple observation: most executive coaching feels generic. Frameworks get recycled. Buzzwords pile up. And the person sitting in the chair walks away with a binder full of models but no real shift in how they lead.

We do things differently. Every engagement starts with a forensic look at the leader's actual context: their team dynamics, the political landscape of their organisation, the specific decisions keeping them awake. From there, we build a coaching programme that addresses real problems, not hypothetical ones.

Our coaching team brings backgrounds in organisational psychology, corporate strategy, and operational leadership. Several of us have sat in the C-suite ourselves. That means we understand the weight of the role, not just the theory behind it.

Based in Northern Ireland and working with clients across the UK, Europe, and remotely worldwide, we have delivered over 1,200 coaching hours since launch. Our clients include managing directors, VPs, founders scaling past 50 employees, and senior public-sector leaders navigating complex stakeholder environments.

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What we offer

One-to-one executive coaching

Six or twelve-session programmes tailored to your role. We meet fortnightly for 75-minute sessions, either in person or via secure video. Between sessions, you receive targeted exercises and reflection prompts. Most clients report measurable shifts in confidence and clarity within the first three sessions.

Leadership transition support

Stepping into a new role is where most leaders stumble. We provide a 90-day transition programme that covers stakeholder mapping, early-win identification, and team assessment. You get a structured playbook for your first quarter, not just encouragement.

Board and C-suite readiness

Preparing for a board seat or chief-officer role requires specific skills that most leadership programmes ignore: reading a room, managing a chair relationship, presenting financial narratives. We run a four-session intensive focused on these exact competencies.

Team coaching

Dysfunctional leadership teams cost organisations far more than they realise. We facilitate structured team coaching over eight weeks, using 360-degree feedback, conflict-resolution protocols, and shared accountability frameworks. The goal is a team that debates well and decides fast.

Performance diagnostics

Before coaching begins, we offer a standalone diagnostic: a combination of psychometric assessment, stakeholder interviews, and a structured self-review. You receive a 15-page report with specific recommendations, whether or not you continue into a coaching engagement.

Crisis and burnout recovery

When a leader hits a wall, generic wellness advice falls short. Our crisis coaching programme combines cognitive-behavioural techniques with practical workload restructuring. Sessions are weekly, and we coordinate with HR where appropriate to create sustainable conditions for recovery.

How it works

01

Discovery call

A free 30-minute conversation where we learn about your situation and you decide whether our approach fits. No sales pressure. We will be honest if coaching is not what you need right now.

02

Diagnostic phase

We run assessments, gather stakeholder feedback, and map your leadership landscape. This phase typically takes two weeks and produces a clear picture of where to focus.

03

Active coaching

Fortnightly sessions with between-session work. Each session has a defined objective, and we track progress against your personal KPIs. You will know whether it is working.

04

Review and next steps

At programme end, we conduct a final review including a re-assessment against your baseline. You leave with a forward plan and, if desired, access to quarterly check-in sessions.

What clients say

"I came in thinking I needed to fix my team. Three sessions later, I realised the bottleneck was me. That kind of honesty from a coach is rare. The diagnostic report alone was worth the investment."

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David R.
Managing Director, fintech startup

"After 18 months in my COO role, I was drowning. The transition programme gave me a clear framework for managing up, down, and sideways. My chair noticed the difference within weeks."

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Sarah M.
COO, healthcare organisation

"The team coaching was uncomfortable at first. We had to say things we had been avoiding for years. But by week six, our decision-making speed had doubled and the passive-aggressive emails stopped entirely."

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James K.
VP Engineering, SaaS company

"I was sceptical about coaching. I had tried it before and it felt like paying someone to ask me how I feel. This was completely different: structured, challenging, and directly tied to my business results."

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Patricia L.
Director, public sector

Frequently asked questions

How long does a typical coaching engagement last?+
Most clients work with us for six to twelve sessions spread over three to six months. The exact duration depends on your goals. A focused challenge like preparing for a board presentation might need only four sessions, while a broader leadership development programme usually runs for the full twelve.
Can sessions happen remotely?+
Yes. About 70% of our sessions happen via secure video call. We also offer in-person sessions in Northern Ireland and can travel to client offices across the UK for intensive days. Remote coaching is just as effective when both parties commit to a distraction-free environment.
What makes this different from therapy or mentoring?+
Coaching focuses on forward movement and specific professional outcomes. We do not diagnose or treat mental health conditions. Mentoring typically involves advice-giving from someone who has done your job before. Coaching is more structured: we help you find your own answers through rigorous questioning, frameworks, and accountability. If we believe therapy would serve you better, we will say so directly.
Is everything I share confidential?+
Absolutely. We operate under a strict confidentiality agreement signed before the first session. If your organisation is sponsoring the coaching, we agree on a limited set of themes to report on, but the content of individual sessions stays between us. No exceptions.
How much does it cost?+
Our six-session programme starts at £3,200 plus VAT. Twelve-session programmes are £5,800 plus VAT. The standalone diagnostic is £950. Team coaching is priced based on team size and duration. We provide a detailed proposal after the discovery call so there are no surprises.
Do you work with mid-level managers or only C-suite?+
We primarily work with senior leaders: directors, VPs, C-suite, and founders. That said, we regularly coach high-potential managers being groomed for senior roles, especially when their organisation sponsors the engagement as part of a succession plan.

Get in touch

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8 Teresa Gardens, Little Lueilwitzington, VC43 1HR, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom