Elevation Coaching for one. Exit Coaching for the other.
Step up: Elevation Coaching
Feeling stuck? Or want to lift your game?
This is high performance coaching for high stakes situations. I work with CEOs, owners and their teams using evidence-based tools, world class frameworks and lived experience to get clarity, align values and drive performance.
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Step out: Exit Coaching
Exiting a business or career is one of the most significant transitions you will face.
Every exit has advisors. Very few have independent support for the person going through it.
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What makes this different
The science of psychological flexibility is the only tested and evidence-based approach that works when the stakes are high. It’s the primary high performance psychology framework used by the Australian Institute of Sport.
You have limited time and want results, so it’s not about deep wading in a psych chair. It’s about getting you moving as quickly as possible.
What’s needed
Assessment: Understand your current needs to take targeted action immediately
Plan: Clarify direction with values and purpose, explore opportunities, identify immediate, short and mid term goals and build a long term roadmap
System and Structure: Embed productive systems to support desired outcomes
Mindset Toolkit: Equip you with evidence-based strategies and practices to build resilience and sustain performance
Accountability and Support: Personalised, real-time guidance to stay focussed and course-correct as needed
How it works
Both are 1:1 programs built around your situation, your timeline and your goals.
We start with a kick off and systems set up session, then move into fortnightly coaching - in-person, virtual or hybrid. Throughout the program you have call-any-time access to me.
These can be discussed and personalised where agreed.
Expectations
All in: I’m an all-in kinda guy. So I want to work with people who want to go all in on the changes they want to make. Setbacks are certain and progress is not a linear process so I want to work with people who are willing to do the reps that will compound over time.
Who I’ve worked with
I’ve coached senior executives from companies including Apple, Google, JP Morgan, Deloitte and Rio Tinto, as well as senior government officials, Olympic gold medallists, SAS soldiers, business owners, founders and more - through major transitions and high-performance moments.
What clients say
“It’s like doing my MBA, but this time the topic is me.”
“He challenges your thinking in a safe way and keeps you honest and grounded in your beliefs and values.”
“Toby is incredibly positive and passionate with a strong focus on wellbeing and values. There is a strong sense of empathy and care in how Toby approaches coaching.”
“I came to Toby during a period in my life when I was going through multiple major life transitions. Not only did I love the different insights and genuine interest during our in-person sessions but the support that he provided between sessions.”
Common questions
What’s the time commitment - how long will it take and how often will we meet?
The minimum time commitment is 12 months.
In that time we’ll have an intensive first month – a half to a full day’s worth of time which can be split into different sessions.
We’ll then typically catch up fortnightly for 60-90 minutes.
You can call me any time in between our structured catch ups. I’ve found that working on live situations as they’re unfolding can be some of the best ways to crystallise lessons and insight.
Who is it for?
This program is specifically designed for top performers facing a major shift personally or professionally and ready to go all in on the process to navigate the change and growth.
What if I don’t have time right now?
I understand. But there is never going to be a perfect time when your plate is clear, the to do list is complete and the competing demands are quiet.
When it comes to implementing, we don’t have heaps of work to do. I’m not leaving you with homework and assignments. We just have the work that matters most.
We’ll be ruthless with prioritisation and develop strategies that increase the value of the time you’re already spending. A shortage of information is rarely the problem, so you’ll only get what you need, not a firehose of content.
Can I just try it out for a month?
No. You’re a smart capable person. If this was a problem that could be solved in a month, you’d have already done it.
I’ve tried this in varying formats – 1 month, 3 months, 6. I’ve learned that those time frames are not enough.
Because this program is not just to get you fired up to make the change, it’s about doing the reps that will actually make it happen. It’s about the compound effect of daily action taken over time to turn ideas into reality.
We’ll find you immediate wins to build momentum, but setbacks are certain and, in a compounding curve, results amplify towards the end. There needs to be enough time to get started, make the progress and then make it last.
The commitment is not to me, but to yourself and the changes that matter most to you.
How do you measure success or progress?
That varies. We’ll clarify direction and then set long, medium and shorter term goals that are meaningful to you. Once that’s happened, we’ll be in a position to determine the metrics that will best provide the feedback and progress you need.
What if I’m already seeing a psychologist or counsellor?
Many of my clients are using those services. They have a very important role to play in helping you.
My focus with you is on the present and future. Who are you? What do you truly want? And how will you get there?
Every person’s context is different therefore the solutions are different.
The opportunity is to integrate lessons you’re learning elsewhere with our work.
I’m attending other development workshops, courses or mentoring. Would that clash?
Not at all. I have my own coaches and learning too.
We’ll integrate those lessons and methodically make sure you’re putting the most important ideas and insights into action.
