It's not about the Leader you want to become. It's about the Leader your organisation needs you to become!
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Growth Circles at a Glance
Take advantage of our deep expertise and extensive experience to flatten the learning curve and get to where you want to be.
We’ll let the numbers speak for themselves!
What we can do for you
At Growth Circles, we deliver an entire smorgasbord of support to you and your leadership team, including CEO and C-Suite mentoring, executive and leadership coaching, succession planning and exit strategies. Click on the images below to find out more about all the things we can do for, and with, you and your team.
12Squared Leadership ™
Helping STEM Founders & CEOs overcome their Leadership blindspots.
Exit Optimized™
Building the foundation for a successful and profitable exit.
Exit Optimized C Suite™
Helping you build the foundations for a graceful, successful exit on your terms and timescale.
Infinite Horizon Mentoring™
Helping Business owners see the big picture, learn and grow and be the boss your business deserves.
Clarified Leadership Coaching™
Working hip-to-hip with leaders and transforming them into exceptional leaders.
PROTECT Talent Tools™
World class Aptitude, Personality and Psychometric tools Talent Acquisition, Transformation and Engagement.
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Why work with us?
So, you’re probably wondering why you should consider working with us, right? Well, let us give you the lowdown on what makes us awesome…
We've Got the Experience
We’ve been around the block, gaining over 60 years of valuable industry experience along the way. Our team knows their stuff, and we’ve got the results to prove it. When you work with us, you’re tapping into a wealth of knowledge and expertise.
Tailored Solutions Just for You
We get it. Your business is unique, and you need solutions that reflect that. That’s why we take the time to listen to your specific needs and craft customized solutions that fit like a glove. No cookie-cutter approaches here. We’re all about personalization.
We Respect Your Time
Deadlines matter. We understand the importance of delivering projects on time and keeping things running smoothly. With our efficient project management, you can rest easy knowing that we’ll meet your deadlines without compromising on quality.
We're Fully Certified
Our Coaches and Mentors are fully qualified and certified by International societies including the International Coach Federation, American Bureau of NLP and the British Psychological Society, among others. With us, you get the whole enchilada.
We're in this Together
When you work with us, you’re not just a client; you’re a part of our team- and we become a part of yours. We believe in collaboration and value your input. We’ll work closely with you throughout the entire process to ensure that we’re on the same page and that the end result matches your vision.
We've Got Your Back
Our commitment to you doesn’t end when the project is done. We’re here for the long haul. If you have questions, concerns, or need support, we’re just a phone call or email away. We believe in building lasting relationships, and that means providing exceptional customer support, always.
Meet the Leadership Team
It’s time you know who you would be working with in the days ahead. Let’s get acquainted…
Carri Nicholson
Leader whisperer®️
Carri Nicholson has more than 3 decades’ experience of founding, leading and managing public, private, and third sector organisations of all shapes and sizes.
Known to her clients on both sides of the Atlantic as The Leader Whisperer®️, Carri has worked with more than 1,000 businesses and their leaders over the last 33 years: from pre-start, pre-revenue enterprises to multi-billion dollar, multi-site, multi-national corporations.
And although she has mentored, advised, and consulted with virtually every single business or industrial sector (apart from minerals extraction), over 80% of her clients are either running STEMM*-based businesses or have a STEMM-focused background.
Carri’s extensive experience in economic development, coupled with her encyclopedic business knowledge and her understanding of human nature and psychology, gives her a unique collection of insights into the skills and mindset that leaders need to successfully scale then exit their businesses.
Additionally, her role as a strategic advisor to local, regional and national Governments in the UK, Europe and the Middle East, including significant transnational assignments for the European Commission, means that she has a strong understanding of the geopolitical issues that impact international business development and growth.
As a mentor and advisor to CEOs and business owner/founders Carri has specialist expertise in:
- The Leadership Mindset
- Managing People and Teams
- Business creation, scaling, and exits
- Company transformation
- Growth during economically challenging times
You can find a back catalogue of Carri’s published articles, and subscribe to her newsletters at: https://theleaderwhisperer.substack.com
She’s also a recognised and published expert on leadership, business strategy and exits in magazines such as Business Leader, and Be Your Own.
You can also hear Carri share her thoughts on leadership and other business topics in the following podcasts:
Shiva Venkateswaran
Executive Coach | TEAM COACH