Hi! I'm Richard Sage. Through coaching and mentoring, I help technology leaders and those in tech-adjacent roles become more focused and effective so they can overcome obstacles, achieve their goals, and feel fulfilled.
I am a qualified and experienced Executive Coach and Mentor. My coaching and mentoring services have supported:
- Technical and non-technical startup founders as they start, build, and grow their organisations.
- Newly promoted executives and senior leaders as they transition into their new roles.
- Career breakers and returnees in identifying their next steps.
- Leaders facing challenges such as disruption, transformation, restructuring, acquisitions, and difficult projects, teams, or bosses.
- Executive teams as they reorganise and develop into a more effective functioning unit.
- Leaders who are struggling to design effective strategies.
Testimonials
Holly - Delivery Leader and Mentor
"After a difficult merger, it was time for me to move on from my previous role. The job search stretched on longer than anticipated, taking a toll on my self-esteem. Ready to refocus with intention, I sought coaching from Richard to help me stay rooted in my values and avoid reactive decision-making.
Richard provided the perfect balance of structure and creative exploration. Throughout the difficult transition, Richard equipped me to reframe setbacks with maturity and equipped me with long-term tools to navigate uncertainty. He challenged assumptions and normalised the ups and downs of change. Thanks to his compassionate yet focused guidance, I emerged feeling empowered in my search.
What set Richard apart was his ability to quickly cultivate a safe and trusting space where I felt comfortable being vulnerable and transparent about my challenges. For coaching that blends professionalism with intuitive emotional intelligence, I recommend Richard without hesitation. Work with him, and you'll be hiring your best advocate."
Catherine - Head of Development
"When I started coaching sessions with Richard I had recently moved to a new role which was a step up in a new sector.
My coaching sessions carved out a time for me to stop and take stock. Richard has helped me to battle imposter syndrome and identify where I can put my skills to best use.
He's a really great guy and we clicked straight away, which is so important for building trust when discussing complex subjects. He's great at putting people at ease and has been so supportive over the sessions. I would highly recommend Richard to anyone who feels they could benefit from coaching."
Laurie - Co-founder/Practice Lead
Upon meeting Richard I was a brand new Co-founder of a start up, not for profit. I was straight out of working in Local Authorities on a brand new trajectory of finding my way in the world of start up life. I knew what I needed to do but navigating who and how I want to be in my new organisation was a brand new challenge and required significant growth and exploration.
Richard was my North Star in navigating what was a brand new landscape to me. At a time where growth, adaption, reflection, confidence and determination were pivotal, Richard helped guide and shape what my organisation has become. When growth is happening at the rate of knots, it is easy to miss opportunities to shape and be agile, a core aspect that Richard’s coaching provided. Coaching with Richard gave space to provide consciousness and exploration and to really shape the true potential of my organisation, without Richard's support I’m not sure if I would have become the person I am to know wholeheartedly who I wanted to be in my organisation.
Richard is curious, reflective, knowledgeable, caring and extremely dedicated. Richard was fantastic to work with, understanding his role from the outset and taking time to understand me as a person in order to know how to best support me and my organisation. Richard was often the calm in the storm, allowing me to regroup, reflect and lead.
How we can work together
I typically work with clients in one of three ways:
- 121 Coaching
- Team Coaching
- Strategy Coaching
Get in touch and we can discuss how best I can help you
About Me
I'm Richard Sage, a Technology Leader, CTIO, Executive Coach and Mentor, Consultant, Architect, and Strategist.
I build, lead, coach, and transform technology teams, and coach and mentor technology leaders, that transform businesses.
A qualified Executive Coach & Mentor, I specialise in supercharging the effectiveness of technology leaders.
Non-work me spends time making music, running, and trying to improve my photography, I also Blog regularly and run the How to IT Strategy Newsletter.