Coach
Robin
Macdonald

Robin

Macdonald

  • United Kingdom
2 years experience
About Robin

I have global accreditation with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC).

Working with business owners, directors, managers and employees from all backgrounds, seniority and ages, my coaching style is warm and versatile where I adapt my approach to suit you and your aims and circumstances.

Many of my clients also identify as being neurodivergent with conditions such as ADHD, ASD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia.

There are no barriers to success or happiness, and no matter your desired outcomes or those of your team and employees, with my coaching, those who are being coached, will feel supported and able to move forward and thrive.

I generally work with clients for a minimum of 6 x 1-hour sessions, but quite often it will be more than this where our time working together could range from between 3 to 12 months.

However, depending on your needs and circumstances, I sometimes offer fewer sessions.

I have a degree in science and management, a diploma in transformational coaching, global accreditation with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and over twenty years’ experience working in management and leadership with fast paced international businesses.

Additionally, I have also received specialist training in many aspects of neurodiversity.

I am completely flexible to be able to work in and out of traditional work hours and across different time zones, with some of my recent clients being based in Europe, America, and South Africa.

To those who are interested, I have also been trained in mental health awareness from Mental Health First Aid England and I also have advanced PVG clearance too.

**Coaching spaces are available on a regular basis, so please get in touch**

Some of my recent clients have been employed by the following organisations;

  • Barclays
  • Lloyds Banking Group
  • Education Scotland
  • NHS – Health Education England
  • KPMG
  • Virgin Media
  • IBM
  • EY
  • University of Sheffield
  • North Wales Police
  • Astra Zeneca
  • Hampshire Police
  • Network Rail

Getting in touch

Please press the ‘Appointment’ button at the top of this page to book a 30-minute call with me or contact me by email robin.coach@btinternet.com or by phone 07738 881516

Please feel free to read my LinkedIn profile (as per the icon on my profile or by the link below)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmcoach/

Beyond Coaching

I also offer facilitation and consultancy, supply chain project management and workplace needs assessments for programmes such as ‘Access to Work’.

In addition to coaching, I lecture in supply chain, procurement and business with the City of Glasgow College, which is Scotland’s largest further education college, where I not only teach students in Scotland but also work closely with colleagues and students at the college’s partner organisations in China, Indonesia, Oman and India.

I also work with the Management School at Lancaster University, where I mentor managers and leaders studying on the University’s Masters Senior Leadership Programme as they juggle work, life and studies.

Client Reviews

As a small business owner I worked with Robin to develop new strategies to ensure my personal and work life complemented each other. I was getting to a point where growth in the businesses made it difficult to separate the identities of ‘me’ and ‘my business’. The knock on effect was detrimental to both and Robin helped me to break that cycle.

During a series of 6 sessions over 4 1/2 months we worked together to develop how I approached the challenges I was facing. Rather than continuing to make sacrifices Robin helped me find a way of working that benefited me as an individual as much as it benefited my business.

On an individual basis, Robin was a pleasure to work with. His approach was uniquely practical and nourishing in equal measure. I left each session with realistic goals and a sense of positivity which gave me the motivation I needed to enact the change that was needed. I would recommend Robin’s services to anyone looking for someone who understands the challenges of developing business strategies which are simultaneously good for business and good for the soul :)

I found the coaching with Robin, which we did digitally, to be very useful and allowed me to take a step back and properly assess what was happening and how I was managing situations. Being able to speak to somebody who was not involved with my business gave me the space to be open, honest and objective and talk through issues and concerns.  SL Milton Keynes

Robin was also able to ask me some questions that allowed me to approach these issues and concerns differently and with a refreshed view. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him and found the coaching process very thought provoking and insightful.
LB, South Wales

The coaching with Robin was excellent and very supportive during the current situation, and even though my circumstances changed early on in the programme, he was very flexible and adapted the plan to meet my changing needs.

Working with Robin has given me the confidence in my leadership to try different strategies, and I will definitely use some of the coaching models that we discussed.
TS, St Albans

Robin has been a kind, thoughtful and encouraging coach. Balancing objectivity with the needs of his clients is a real strength and has benefitted me greatly. In moments of difficulty and frustration, Robin has encouraged me to look beyond my own perspective and consider other POVs and take a look at the bigger picture. Robin is a person-centred coach and has been flexible in his approach for which I am very grateful.
AH, Liverpool

Robin made my first coaching experience easy and straightforward.
Thanks for supporting, listening, encouraging and challenging me. It was exactly what I needed and have now set strong foundations for moving forward. You’ve really helped me through a difficult business period, thanks again. Can’t recommend Robin highly enough! BS, Edinburgh

Robin was very professional in his approach and would always promptly follow up sessions with a summary. He was always interested in what you had to say and would go away and research things for you to look at.
JA, Nottingham

Having never worked with a life coach before I was not sure what to expect.
However, from the very beginning Robin made it a very relaxing and safe place to explore what’s on your mind. He asks the questions that point you in the right direction in finding your own answers. This is certainly a gift. Sometimes it’s just a case of being asked those questions that make things a lot clearer. I really enjoyed my experience working with Robin and would certainly recommend him.
WS, London

Coaching with Robin was a real treat! It is rare to find someone as engaging and personable. Make no mistake: Robin is a talented coach with skills that I doubt they teach when studying to be a coach (but if that is the case, he makes it look effortless). I always felt like I was in good hands working with Robin, who is genuinely one of the nicest people I have met.
ER, Manchester

Robin was very caring and helpful. He helped me get new insights into my plans for the future. Very good follow up emails. Thank you
EG, Oxford

The coaching sessions with Robin have helped me to develop a more mindful approach to both my personal and professional life, and has allowed me to strike a better balance. This has not only improved my own work but has also helped me engage better with colleagues at all levels too.
HK, Carlisle

Through the coaching, Robin provided the time and space for me to think through issues and then supported and equipped me with the confidence and tools needed to take on challenging tasks that I possibly would have avoided in the past.
CD, Glasgow

Qualifications & Accreditations

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European Individual Accreditation – Senior Practitioner

Diploma in Transformational Coaching

Areas of Expertise
Career Coaching
Creative Coaching
Executive Coaching
Leadership Coaching
Interview Coaching
Work/Life Balance Coaching
Management Coaching
MBA Coaching
Performance Coaching
Small Business Coach
Start-Up Business Coaching
Systemic Coaching
Team Coaching

Great news, Robin offers Virtual/Online coaching

Languages
Robin coaches in:
English
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