I was looking for a coach who could provide strategic guidance to help me take the business to the next level as well as a coach who could help me grow as a leader and person. It was clear Richard could do both excellently. Given Richard's background the progress we've made on the business does not surprise me. What I didn't expect, and am very happy about, are the personal breakthroughs I've made. I'd recommend Richard to a CEO/entrepreneur who is willing to go deep, not afraid of change, and likes to be challenged in their thinking.

I've a much clearer picture on my strategy, my goals, and my own inner game. I'd recommend Xquadrant to senior execs who want to make 10X impact.

Initially I wondered how I could contribute to such an advanced group. However, it's been a transformative experience that far exceeded my expectations... an extraordinary opportunity to engage with CEOs at the pinnacle of their respective fields and committed to making a positive global impact. The beautiful retreat location was the perfect backdrop for reflection and breakthrough thinking. Rivendell has been pivotal in reshaping my leadership and has profoundly influenced my thoughts on amplifying my impact. I'd recommend it to any CEO who is eager to explore new ways of leading. It’s a life-changing opportunity to connect, grow, and reset the bar.

Richard pushed us beyond the here and now to a more far-reaching future. The workshop was thought provoking and challenging, and I really benefitted from the diverse experiences of the other CEOs.

We had a wonderful session with Richard today where he really challenged us to articulate and embrace our best selves and highest purpose to deeply enrich our lives.

Thanks to the methodology and Richard's creativity, I've gone deep on myself and my business, and our team has really come together. Recommended for any CEO who wants to become a better leader.

My time with Richard was immensely insightful, helping me deal with high stress situations and observe patterns of my behaviour that need work.

Richard is a true trusted advisor who quickly adds value at a personal and team level. It's another league compared with programmes I've experienced before.

I don't think I'd get anything like the same level of pushback or challenge elsewhere. I'd recommend Richard to anyone who wants to focus on the bigger issues.

Very strong business acumen - we quickly zoom in on the key issues. And there's a real focus on creating real, lasting change.

The impact of the programme was very high for me and the team. I liked how you picked up on the REAL issues we had to solve, and that you gave us space to find our thoughts whilst steering us to suggest themes. Can’t really fault anything!

I find the sessions that Richard runs to be very benenficial in that they allow you to get perspective on your own thinking and approach through discussions with a group of your peers. I enjoyed the exercises and the quick insights from others with great experience. The sessions are sharp and insightful - a really good use of time. 

The programme has been transformational. Beforehand, I was seen as an "operational trouble-shooter" who was great at solving day-to-day problems. Now I'm much more focused on bigger topics, I've delegated the lower-level work to my team, and I have more time to think strategically. I'd highly recommend the programme for any leader looking to become more impactful.

I’m now able to focus on planning and strategic activities without any interruptions. I’ve reevaluated my calendar meetings and declined many where I am not adding any value or where I feel no value is being added. Absolutely recommended!

I really enjoyed the step-by-step process to discover my own leadership behaviors & identify what was holding me back from my next level. As a result, I've moved out of my comfort zone, I inspire my team more and challenge them more directly. Highly recommended!

With Richard's help I'm now focusing much more on strategic subjects. I'm much better at saying 'no', having reduced my people-pleasing tendencies, and I'm crystal clear on how I can contribute at the highest possible level.

Rivendell is a really fulfilling experience. I've done quite a few different professional development events, but the thing that really stood out to me here is the intermingling of personal and professional development. I have a notebook full of new ideas! The calibre of the other participants has been humbling and it feels like a privilege to really be among such an esteemed group of people and peers.

The sessions were really challenging and certainly took me out of my comfort zone! Before the programme we lacked clarity in key areas, and as an ExCo we are now in a much better place to execute our vision and plan.

It's been incredibly valuable. There's an intimacy and self-reflection that I haven't got from any other programme I've been in.

These sessions have helped me think bigger and bolder in how I approach my role and interact with others.

When I started working with Richard I was 12 months into a new role, and yet still having to deliver on many aspects of my old role, which was extremely stressful. It was hugely important at the start to clarify with Richard what was at stake and agree clear objectives about improvements. Leadership can be a very lonely place. Having someone with experience and the ability to advise and support me as I've changed my approach has been really, really positive for me.

Since my work with Xquadrant, there's now a better engagement both at senior peer level and within my team. This is leading to greater visibility and impact across the organisation. Moreover I've removed a lot of the stress factors that were affecting me at the start. I'd recommend Xquadrant to any leader who's reached a senior level and thinks that they're not being as effective as perhaps they could be. 

When I approached Xquadrant I had just hired a CEO and was looking to make sure that his relationships with the board and with me were as productive as possible. Richard introduced me to ideas and frameworks that were very helpful and enabled me to grow and improve as a business owner and leader. I would definitely recommend Xquadrant to leaders who want to improve their effectiveness and obtain honest feedback.

The biggest benefit of the coaching programme is that the sessions have helped me think bigger and bolder in how I approach my role and interact with others. There have been many more tactical learnings, which I can use day to day, in terms of being a more effective leader, but this would be the biggest overall benefit.