In this introductory blog, I'll be sharing a little bit about myself, my journey, and what you can expect from working with me and my team. Let's map out your High Performance Journey together.

A BIT ABOUT MY BACKGROUND

I've spent most of my life in demanding and high stakes environments, where success relied on performing when it really mattered. I’ve served in the Military as a combat pilot and senior leader, competed in ultra-marathons, and rowed across the Atlantic Ocean for charity. These experiences given me unique insights to what it takes to develop and maintain high performance, even in the face of adversity.

Here's a quick snapshot of my journey:

Military Service (Royal Air Force):

I served as a pilot in the Royal Air Force for 20 years, in career that evolved from leading combat mission on the battlefield, through to designing and implementing global strategy for Defence as a senior leader. This experience taught me about the critical importance of leadership, teamwork, discipline and resilience. The military invests in world-class training for its people, recognising that high consequence situations - where failure isn’t an option - demand high performance. The principle that ‘investing in your people is the best investment you can make’ now underpins my approach.

Endurance Athlete:

I'm an endurance sport junkie, who's completed dozens of ultra-marathons and extreme adventures, including rowing unsupported across the Atlantic Ocean. My passion for endurance sport has given me a deep understanding of resilience, purpose and high performance. Endurance challenges have also equipped me with powerful lessons and performance tools which are highly transferrable to the working environment.

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Giving Back:

Supporting my daughter through her battle with leukaemia was a life-changing experience. Thankfully, it was a happy outcome! However, the transformative experience taught me about vulnerability and the importance of a support network, it also gave me a new ‘Purpose’ - giving back to the community. Inspired by my heroic daughter, I now use my love of extreme sports and adventures to raise money for children’s cancer charities. This formative chapter in my life has demonstrated the importance of a powerful vision, a clear purpose, and the need to build a resilient support network.

MY APPROACH TO LEADERSHIP COACHING

As a leadership and team performance coach, my goal is to help you unlock your potential and achieve your performance goals. I draw upon my unique life experiences, combined with the latest research in leadership development to provide coaching that is tailored to your needs.

Here's what you can expect from my coaching:

PERSONALISED COACHING

Every individual and team is unique, with their own strengths, challenges, and goals. I believe in providing coaching that understands and supports these differences. I take the time to understand your needs and tailor my approach accordingly.

EVIDENCE-BASED TECHNIQUES

My coaching techniques are grounded in the latest research in leadership development. I combine practical lived-experience with evidence-based techniques to provide experiential training and coaching, that is both effective and rooted in proven principles.

A FOCUS ON HIGH PERFORMANCE

At the heart of my coaching is a focus on high performance. I believe that everyone has the potential to perform at their best. My goal is to help you to ‘row your ocean’. The High Performance Journey is designed to be your North Star for performance, unlocking your potential and helping you achieve goals right on the edge of the possible.

THE HIGH PERFORMANCE JOURNEY

Now, let's talk about the High Performance Journey. This is a transformative journey that involves developing the skills, mindset, and behaviours necessary for high performance. It's not just about improving performance in the workplace, but also about personal growth and development.

Here's a glimpse of what the High Performance Journey involves:

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Leadership development is a core component of the High Performance Journey. I'll guide you in developing the skills and behaviours necessary to lead effectively and with confidence. Focus areas will include: communication, decision-making, trust, and emotional intelligence.

TEAM DEVELOPMENT

High performance isn't just about individual achievement, it’s about making the whole greater than the sum of the parts. Great teams are able to collaborate effectively, leveraging strengths and understanding limitations, to achieve the best possible outcome. I'll work with you and your team to enhance team dynamics, improve communication, and foster a shared vision for high performance.

RESILIENCE AND WELLBEING

Resilience and wellbeing are crucial for developing bulletproof and enduring high performance. I'll help you develop individual and team strategies for managing pressure, enhancing resilience, and promoting wellbeing.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

I hope this introduction has given you a better understanding of who I am, my journey, and how I can support you and your team. If you're ready to begin your own High Performance Journey, I'd love to hear from you.

Are you ready to row your ocean?

Phil Holdcroft

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