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Level Up: Helping Leaders Reach Their Best Self

Welcome to my website. I help established leaders refine their brand and step into the executive space with greater clarity and confidence.

You can expect a space for practical, genuine and thought-provoking conversations designed to help your next-level, best self emerge. Experience the freedom of truly leading from who you are.

I offer a unique blend of high performance frameworks and Eastern wisdom to further support you in doing even greater work than you do now. This develops a standard I call Black Belt Leadership.

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Is this you?

  • You sometimes find self-doubt getting in the way of owning your space
  • You're finding it difficult to have candid and crucial conversations
  • You're producing great results but feeling overwhelmed, depleted or alone at times
  • You're well established and ready to explore your purpose and legacy
  • You're enthusiastic about getting to the next level of your career and need a plan
  • You know your best work is yet to come and want to uncover and express this

One-on-One Leadership Coaching

I love working with people who have a growth mindset and are willing to see themselves as the causal agents of their lives.

I facilitate a space of deep curiosity and genuine support that invites clients to openly explore the deeper truths behind the obstacles they face. I'm continually inspired by human potential when I see people have moments of unfiltered clarity leading them to greater outcomes.

It's all about becoming your best self in your career and personal life.

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Testimonials

Michael Strong
GM Operations
Orora

Engaging with Richard Souza has been a transformative experience. Prior to coaching, I struggled with direction and clarity in achieving my goals. Through Richard's expert guidance, I developed a clear vision, actionable strategies and a renewed sense of confidence. The results have been evident both personally and professionally, allowing me to perform at a higher level.

I highly recommend Richard Souza High Performance Coaching to any leader seeking to enhance their effectiveness and drive success. Thanks for your support Richard!!

Dr Juliana Mutum
Principal Advisor
Dept of Families, Fairness & Housing

Richard did an outstanding job facilitating our final workshop for the Lived Experience (in public housing) Employment Pathway Program. In a lively and engaging session, he introduced our trainees and staff to a range of fresh ideas and practical strategies to help them reflect on their purpose and build successful careers and lives. The workshop included dynamic physical demonstrations that brought the concepts to life, and Richard ensured the session was thoughtfully tailored to our specific needs.

Throughout the planning and delivery, he was highly attentive, responsive, and communicated clearly and promptly whenever we had questions. We would absolutely engage Richard again for future sessions focused on staff motivation, team building, and leadership development.

Tiarnan McCaughan
Melb Manager, Snr Market Advisor
Enterprise Ireland

I am about 18 months into my work with Richard and it's hard to overstate the progress. Having looked at a few other coaches, I think what makes Richard stand out is (in no particular order)

1. He has an incredibly deep knowledge of the key relevant concepts, thinkers and philosophers in the space of executive coaching and performance
2. Richard brings a great humility and openness to the conversation
3. Richard has real corporate experience which I find valuable
4. Richard is not a clockwatcher and has given me lots of extra time and I get the sense he is really invested in my goals

Coaches and people will come and go, but I think what will stick with me is the tools, strategies and perspectives that I need to navigate the complex game of work, life and relationships over the long haul of the game of life, and I have Richard to thank for that.

Susie Bunn
Founder Feng Shui Transformations
Former Director Craig Family Centre

Wasn't sure a coaching session session was what I needed. There were so many competing demands in my life. So many different challenges that in the end I felt stuck and unsure. Unsure of my potential, unsure which way to proceed, unsure of how to begin.

A couple of sessions with Richard helped me achieve the clarity I needed and to focus on what was important. In the end coaching was incredibly valuable and I would highly recommend it to all the sceptics like me

Damian DeZilva
CEO
National Patient Transport

Richard has an incredible talent of taking my concerns in a completely unbiased way and helps me to think through these perceptions to deliver better outcomes for our business and our leaders within my organisation. 

My role as a CEO has many challenges, Richard helps me to focus on the root cause of the issue at hand, he gives me clarity of mind which in turn allows me to deliver high quality decisions. 
Richard has been a wonderful resource, there are no predetermined outcomes or agendas which allows our sessions to flow smoothly and makes his approach genuine. Other coaches may use frameworks and case studies which make sessions tedious and does not allow for the individual to drill down into the issues at hand.

Richard is a great listener and has a genuine interest in supporting individuals to be the best version of themselves.

Sue McCarthy
Regional Administration Manager
Harvey Norman

I consider myself to be a hardworking, committed, high performer, who has had a lot of achievements in my career and life that I am truly proud of.

However, in recent years, I have constantly found myself feeling burnt out, stressed, not sleeping well, lacking in direction and generally just feeling unfulfilled in my life.

Richard is like a wingman in my corner helping me to realise my best self. With his support in the sessions, I have managed to dig deep to reveal my hierarchy of needs and what truly drives me. He has helped with strategies for me to not only survive and find balance in my life, but to thrive. It's so exciting finally getting to know the real me!!

Julie Zhu
National Account Manager
Coles

The sessions I had with Richard have been a journey to discover my own potential, improve and achieve greater success in different aspects of life, including relationships and careers.

I possess the 'superpower' within me to overcome negative thoughts and reshape my thinking habits into a positive mindset.

This transformation enhances overall wellbeing and elevates an exciting, joyful, and fulfilled life.

AJ Barrett
Regional Manager
National Patient Transport

We all have powerful minds, but…over the last few months Richard has enabled me to expand and explore other areas of my mind that has guided me through some very tough times recently.

Richard's calmness and his listening skills enable him to break open avenues of thought and preparedness for your daily tasks and how to break down issues that arise and enable you to use your own powerful mind to get through these issues that we face not only in our work life but to bring them into everyday life.

He has always followed up with me and ensured I’m (still) on track. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time with him.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you love most about your job? I consider what I do to be a calling. What I love the most is seeing the transformation a client can have when they are open, willing and committed to their growth. I honour and acknowledge the courage and effort it takes for client's to leave their familiar zone and adopt new high performance habits. My clients know their best work is ahead of them despite the amazing achievements they've already created.
Why should I choose to work with you? You shouldn't choose me if you are not yet ready to install the mindsets and practices to get to your next level of performance. The work ahead of you is not easy if you truly want results. However, if you are ready, I will be in your corner relentlessly backing you. In return, I continually calibrate and hone my approach to get vivid clarity and compelling insights for my clients. I also offer additional resources including timeless Eastern wisdom for effective living and warrior ethos for mental toughness.
What can I expect if I've never been coached before? The first thing to understand is that you don't require anything other than being coachable. If you are ready to hold yourself accountable for the work between sessions, have a growth mindset and receptive to tough but meaningful questions, then you have what it takes. Next, the process itself is conversational yet systematic. You drive the agenda and intention of each meeting. I provide a space of non-judgement and empowerment so you can discover what's keeping you stuck and preventing you from getting the results you want. See my About page for an outline of the coaching model I've developed after hundreds of hours of coaching clients.
Do you have a coaching certification?

Yes. Although coaching is an unregulated industry, I am committed to maintaining the highest of professional standards. I am accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) as an Associate Certified Coach (ACC). The ICF is the "gold standard" for professional coaching worldwide, ensuring rigorous training, ethical practice and an adherence to core competencies.

Additionally, I hold a Certificate IV in Life Coaching, further strengthening my expertise in guiding individuals toward their goals.

Do you provide your services online or in person?

Coaching is offered online via Zoom, phone conversation and in person. In person meetings are available by agreement around the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

 

Contact Richard Souza Today

Are you ready to reach for the best in yourself and greatly influence and impact those around you? Well, let's decide if we are a good fit to work together first. If you're curious about the possibilities and whether my services are what you need, book a FREE STRATEGY SESSION.

Phone
0480 265 465

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coach@richardsouza.com.au

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