Own Your Space

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.

Suganya Nagarajan
Staff Data Engineer
Bankwest

My experience with Richard Souza has been genuinely valuable. I’ve gained clearer perspectives, stronger self-awareness, and useful tools for handling pressure and making more confident decisions.

The coaching approach is supportive, structured, and grounded in real-world application. The sessions create a space for reflection while also offering practical strategies that translate directly into everyday work and leadership situations. Over time, I’ve developed greater clarity, confidence, and balance. The approach is calm, insightful, and empowering. I would highly recommend Richard to anyone looking to grow both personally and as a leader.

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!!

Davide Parenti
Head of Engineering 
Abbe

Working with Richard helped me become much more aware of my leadership presence and shift from being the “fixer” to thinking and acting more strategically.

His coaching challenged my thinking and helped me gain clarity on my purpose while creating better balance between work and personal life.

I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to grow their leadership and influence.