Coaching Stories with Grit

In this episode, Sam’s guest is Jonathan Passmore. Jonathan is professor of coaching and behavioural change at Henley Business School and Senior Vice President at EZRA Coaching. He is a chartered psychologist, coach, team coach and supervisor and holds five degrees He has published widely and is one of the most cited coaching researchers in the world, while also being listed as one of the world top coaches on several coaching lists.

In this episode, Sam’s guest is Jennifer Whitcomb. Jennifer MCC is a leadership and executive coach with The Trillium Group. For over 25 years, she has worked with leaders across five continents. She has coached many leaders to gain clarity about what matters, overcome obstacles and create options for the best steps forward. Jennifer helps leaders enhance their presence, develop their strategy, manage complex dynamics and build teams. She has a M.A in Human Resource Development, and a B...

In this episode, Sam’s guest is Iris Baloglou. Iris is an executive coach, mentor and supervisor accredited by ICF and EMCC. She was President of ICF Greece Chapter in 2022. She has a corporate marketing background and a career spanning over 30 years. Iris has a natural passion for producing a new way of thinking that inspires constructive actions to unleash the potential inherent in everyone. During her professional path she has collaborated with diverse individuals and gro...

In this episode, Sam’s guest is Sheldon Daniels. Sheldon Daniel is an Executive Coach and Strategic Reputation specialist with over 25 years of experience, including a role as the former Director of Corporate Responsibility at BP Group. He works with companies and individuals to enhance leadership and communication skills, focusing on visionary, adaptive and effective leadership in diverse environments. His innovative coaching methods incorporate role-play, pop culture, sports and mindfulness...

In this episode, Sam’s guest is Patrick McCann. Patrick is the Director of Learning with Linklaters LLP, the 2023 recipient of Legal Cheek’s Award for Best Training in a Law Firm. Before that, Patrick worked in four other prestigious law firms having graduated in Law King’s College London. He is also Chair of the City of London Law Society Training Committee and co-founder of multi-award-winning City Century, a more-than-50-firm collaboration annually recruiting ca 150 solicitor apprent...

In this episode, Sam’s guest is Dr Marcia Reynolds. Marcia is a pioneer in the coaching profession. She was the 5th global president of the International Coaching Federation and is recognized in the ICF Circle of Distinction for her contributions to coaching world-wide. She is dedicated to uplifting the human spirit with transformational conversations that change minds and lives. She has published 5 best-selling books that support her mission.

In this episode, Sam’s guest is Prof John Amaechi, a respected organisational psychologist and Leadership Transformation Expert at APS Intelligence Ltd, the consultancy he founded in 2006. Recognised as an influential thinker in HR, John is a Professor of Leadership at the University of Exeter Business School and a Fellow of the Institute of Science and Technology. He's the author of the New York Times and the Sunday Times bestselling leadership book, The Promises of Giants, John draws on his...