Bespoke 1:1 Coaching That Uncovers Blind Spots, Unlocks Potential, And Makes High Performance Inevitable

For leaders your organisation wants to develop, retain or accelerate - or for the leader ready to invest in themselves

Exploring for your organisation?

Exploring for yourself?

Your leaders are capable. Driven. Already delivering results.

But somewhere between the pressure, the proving, and the weight of constant responsibility — leadership starts to cost more than it should. Performance suffers. Enjoyment disappears. And the leader you invested in starts to look like a flight risk.

That's where private executive coaching comes in.

Whether you're an organisation investing in a leader you want to keep, or a leader ready to invest in yourself, this is the most direct, personalised path to making high performance inevitable.

Together we’ll...

🔷Surface the blind spots — the patterns, behaviours and habits quietly limiting performance and holding your leader back from their full impact

🔷 Unlock a stronger, more confident leadership identity — so they lead from their strengths, back their judgement, and stop second-guessing themselves under pressure

🔷 Shift how they show up — in difficult conversations, with their team, in the boardroom. Less proving, more presence

🔷 Build the kind of performance and leadership presence that others notice, respect — and aspire to replicate

🔷 Make leadership sustainable — so your best people don't burn out or walk out, they step up and stay

1-1 Executive Coaching Solutions

Two ways to work together. Six months to create a breakthrough. Twelve months to embed a lasting shift. Both are bespoke, both include PRINT® profiling, and both are designed to make high performance inevitable, for the leader, and for the organisation around them.

Choose the commitment that fits where your leader is right now.

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For leaders in transition, stepping into new roles, navigating change, or simply ready for “next” and wanting to work on the opportunities and blind spots keeping them from their full potential with the support of a partner coach

Includes: 6 x 60 min 1:1 sessions, PRINT® profile, and tailored resources over a max of 6 months

Investment: from $6,500

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For leaders who want a trusted thought partner in their corner and space to evolve over time as the natural cycles of leadership unfold, with a full 12 months coaching partnership and soundboard at your fingertips.

Includes: unlimited 1:1 sessions, PRINT® profile, coach-on-call access between sessions, and resources

Investment: from $12,000

Trusted by leaders across industries and global

brands for >20 years…‍

The Leaders I Work Best With…

Are capable and already delivering — but know there's another level available

✨ Care deeply about their reputation, results and impact — and want leadership to feel less costly to deliver

✨ Are growth-minded, reflective and open to honest conversation

✨ Want a trusted thought partner who tells them what they need to hear, not what's comfortable

✨ Value humour and real conversations — it’s serious but doesn’t have to heavy

✨ Don't take themselves too seriously — willing to do the work and up for a laugh along the way

✨ Believe the best investment they can make right now is in themselves as a leader

If that sounds like your leader - or like you - let's talk.

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“I have been working with Laura over the past 12 months as I navigate the next steps in my career. Laura has been fantastic to work with and is flexible and generous with her time. One thing I have really enjoyed about working with Laura is her ability to listen, and I mean really listen to actually hear what I am saying. She is also fantastic and working through solutions with me. If you are looking for a coach to work with on moving through different stages of your career, I would thoroughly recommend Laura!''

Alyssia T, General Manager

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''I recommend Laura for her personable and authentic approach which helps individuals recognise their patterns and develop more conscious behaviors and deliberate actions. She creates a safe space for reflection and helps you to apply your insights to take meaningful steps forward in your career. Thank you, Laura!''

Amy G, Manager Strategy

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“I have had the pleasure of working with Laura Thain, and I cannot recommend her enough for anyone seeking transformational growth in their personal and professional life. Laura is an exceptional executive coach who combines deep insight with practical strategies. Her ability to ask thought-provoking questions, actively listen, and tailor her approach to individual needs sets her apart. What truly stands out about Laura is her authenticity and dedication. She creates a safe, judgment-free space that fosters trust and encourages growth. Her guidance is not just theoretical—it's actionable.”

Mark L, GM Finance

Hi, I’m Laura Thain…

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At my core I’m motivated to help others love what they do for work, by helping them to do it well. No holding back from fears, proving or performing, just authentic, contagious confidence, impact and lasting fulfilment - that makes high performance inevitable.

🟦Executive Coach & Facilitator
🟦ICF Certified Coach
🟦PRINT Certified Coach
🟦Host of The Contagious Leader Podcast
🟦20 years consulting with leaders and organisations globally
🟦An optimist but a realist
🟦Light-hearted and grounded in approach
🟦Consistently rated for expert listening and fostering trust & comfort, fast

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