When leaders are connected to who they are, they lead with clarity, courage and conviction.

We help individuals and organisations unlock purposeful performance — the kind that’s sustainable, human, and deeply impactful.

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Leaders we’ve helped realise their purpose

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Organisations we’ve worked with to transform leadership

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Industries we’ve helped to unlock their full potential

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Years of experience in coaching purpose

I used to focus on outcomes. Olympic podiums. Executive targets. Results on the board.

But over time, it became clear — the athletes, the leaders, the organisations who were really thriving weren’t just chasing results.

They had a more purposeful process.

They invested in understanding who they were, not just what they did. And that deeper connection? That’s what set them apart when it mattered most. So I shifted the work. Built something different.

The Excitable Soul isn’t a coaching consultancy. It’s a space for leaders to remember what matters, and how to lead from there.

Purpose is the foundation. Performance is the outcome. This is where it begins.

Discover what's possible
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We don’t do quick fixes or cookie-cutter programmes.

We create space — honest, human, and structured — for leaders to make sense of who they are and how they want to lead.

It’s work that goes deep. But it’s never vague. We combine powerful coaching, experiential learning, and bold facilitation that brings the head, heart and soul into the room.

Our method is built on two decades of practice — refined with Olympic teams, corporate boards, and leaders navigating the messy middle.

Whether it’s a three-day immersion or a long-term advisory, everything we do is designed to create clarity, confidence and purpose — so people can perform in ways that are sustainable, soulful, and seriously effective.

Trusted by leaders across industries

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“I first worked with James in the lead up to the London Olympics. He introduced me to the concept of purpose, and its power both for self and as a leader. That introduction lit a fire in me to lead others with purpose and has been the cornerstone for me ever since. Earlier this year I sought out James again, this time as a coach to help me find my purpose and lead others through a period of change. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a coach or to find your purpose. James asks great questions, holds up the mirror and challenges you to think, all while being a really good guy.”

— Dr Kevin Currell, Director of Performance Support and Science, English Institute of Sport

“James is a rare talent, the support and positive attitude that he delivers is infectious. Thanks for all your support in 2020 – you were a great help in all situations. Practical advice that’s easy to execute and makes a meaningful change.”

– Clive Cockburn, Chief Information Officer & Chief Technology Officer

“James is an incredible coach. He challenges your thinking beyond where it seems possible and provides support and encouragement which enable you to perform at an extraordinary level. His insight, techniques and passion for what he does will provide a platform for any person or organisation who is open to challenging themselves to achieve whatever they want.”

— Isabel Coeman, Managing Director, Houses of Parliament In-House Services

“I reached out to James with a narrow idea of wanting a bit more self awareness around what gives me energy, but not being sure how to get there. What occurred during our time together was one ‘aha’ moment after another. We made a series of complex connections and unlocked far more than I’d envisaged. James speaks of wanting others to believe in what they’re capable of – his abilities and personality enabled me to see it, simplify it and believe in it, and for that I'm forever grateful.”

— Bryce Cavanagh, Head of Performance, The Football Association

“James’ core belief in what others can achieve shines through in all his interactions. His insight, experience, grounding and style are exceptional, and I hope we will work together again in future. In life you meet some exceptional people who truly support and challenge you to think differently, be more impactful and grow individually – James is one of those people.”

— Ed Barney, Performance Director, GB Hockey

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Who this work is really for

This work is for leaders who are doing well and know they’ve got more to give.

It’s for organisations that want to invest in their people, not just for performance today, but for the leadership they’ll need tomorrow.

We support individuals who are stepping into more complexity, more visibility, more responsibility — and want to do it in a way that feels sustainable, values-led and human.

They’re not stuck. They’re not broken. They’re not looking for an escape route. They’re looking for a stronger foundation. A deeper connection to who they are, what they stand for, and how they lead from that place.

This is for businesses who understand that purposeful leaders create better outcomes:

  • More clarity in decision-making

  • More trust within teams

  • More resilience through change

  • More energy and ownership, even in high-pressure environments

Whether you’re here for yourself, or exploring this for your people — you’re in the right place.

Because the leaders who do this work don’t leave. They lead.

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Meet the team

The Excitable Soul isn’t a one-person show, it’s a collective. Coaches. Facilitators. System thinkers. Space holders. Movement makers.

Each one brings something unique to the room — experience, energy, perspective — but it’s how we come together that makes the real magic happen.

We challenge each other. Support each other. Push the work further. And that collaborative spark? It’s exactly what we bring to every client space we step into.

You’ll feel the difference. Because this isn’t just a team, it’s a team with purpose.

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Why The Excitable Soul?

We’re not here to fix people. We’re here to reconnect them with what makes them powerful.

At The Excitable Soul, we don’t do surface-level coaching or cookie-cutter frameworks. We work with purpose, and we help people lead from it.

Whether it’s individuals looking for clarity or organisations looking to invest in sustainable leadership, we create the space for real transformation.

We spark the conversations that shift culture. We build the confidence that fuels change. And we do it all with rigour, heart and just the right amount of soul.

Expertise and experience

With over 20 years in elite performance and leadership coaching, we know how to unlock purpose — and turn it into action.

Tailored, human approach

Every organisation, every leader, every journey is different. Our facilitation meets people where they are — and takes them further.

Purpose with impact

We help people connect with what really matters, so they can lead with energy, intention and integrity

Proven results

Our work delivers more than insight. It leads to more trust, more clarity, more commitment and measurable business outcomes.

Purpose starts with a conversation

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