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TRUST, INTEGRITY AND CONFIDENTIALITY

You need to know that what you share stays private. Trust is the bedrock of mentoring. A mentor who acts with integrity gives you confidence to be open about challenges, mistakes, and ambitions. With confidentiality assured, you can explore ideas honestly and make better decisions without fear of judgement.
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AVAILABILITY AND RESPONSIVENESS

A mentor who is accessible makes all the difference. When you have a pressing issue, you want reassurance that your mentor is there to listen and guide you. Consistency and timely responses show commitment, giving you confidence that support is always available when you need it most.
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STRONG INTERPERSONAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Clear, honest, and constructive communication is at the heart of effective mentoring. A mentor who listens deeply, asks the right questions, and provides insightful feedback helps you see problems from new perspectives. Strong interpersonal skills make conversations meaningful and leave you feeling heard, supported, and motivated to take action.
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EMPATHY, CARING AND APPROPRIATE SUPPORT

Business challenges carry emotional weight, and it helps to have someone who understands. A mentor with empathy recognises the pressures you face and supports you as a person, not just a professional. This caring relationship gives you the encouragement to manage stress, build resilience, and keep moving forward with confidence.
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COMPETENCE AND EXPERTISE

Credibility matters. You want guidance from someone who has faced similar challenges, understands the landscape, and has achieved results in business. A mentor with real-world expertise can provide practical strategies, proven insights, and perspective you can trust—helping you make confident choices that deliver impact for your business and career.
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CLEAR STRUCTURE AND EFFECTIVE PROCESS

Effective mentoring isn’t vague. A structured approach ensures that each session has focus, clear expectations, and measurable progress. A mentor who helps define your goals and builds accountability with you creates a partnership where progress is visible, and every conversation contributes directly to your personal and business growth.
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VALUE ALIGNMENT AND SHARED OUTLOOK

Mentoring works best when you feel aligned on what matters most. A mentor who shares similar values and outlook creates a sense of connection and understanding. With alignment on the big picture, you can trust that guidance is not only practical but also consistent with your principles and vision.
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DEVELOPMENTAL MINDSET AND GROWTH ORIENTATION

A strong mentor is still a learner. Their openness to new ideas and willingness to grow shows you that progress never stops. This mindset is contagious. It encourages you to embrace challenges, experiment, and keep developing. A growth-oriented mentor helps you stay adaptable and ambitious in a changing world.
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SUPPORTING YOUR INDEPENDENCE

The best mentors guide without taking over. They give you space to make your own choices while supporting your growth. Instead of dictating solutions, they challenge you to think and act with independence. This approach builds confidence and ensures you develop lasting skills to lead and decide for yourself.
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Phil Howell

Managing Director
37 years of experience working with some of the worlds best known brands, including Mars, Disney, Thorn EMI, PwC, IBM, Aventis, Smith&Nephew, Sega, PitneyBowes, Philips, Shell and Polestar. I have been project lead on multi stream international programmes, implementing best practice, optimised processes, new systems including SAP and SAP APO, and being responsible for Change Management. Plus 7 years running different factories and 23 years running 3 small businesses. I am now helping 15+ business from startup to £30m helping you achieve what you want to do. If it is worth doing, its worth doing well. I am also a fun loving dad of 5 amazing sons from 23 down to 14. I am mad for climbing especially 'trad' and sport and have had lots of great times doing routes with my family. I am also a husband to an incredible woman who always inspires me, I am lucky enough to go dancing with when we get time.

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Helping leaders and businesses grow
"Transformative Impact"
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Oliver Nelson - Nelson Dish and Glasswashing Machines

Strategic Projects Director

"Highly Recommended"
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Marc Bourdé - PwC UK

Partner

"Transformative"
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Annalisa O'Rourke - Apex Business Consultants Ltd

Director

"Benefitted immensely"
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Ross MacLennan -Wild Logic Ltd

Director

"Reached trust unusually quickly"
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Mark Scoular - Protect and Prepare Ltd

Director

"Can't recommend him highly enough"
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John Motts - Merck Life Science

IT Solution Owner Supply Chain Planning & Regulatory

A hugely valuable experience
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Dominic Baxter - Managing Director - Sussex Solar Ltd

Managing Director

"Personal targets that translated into business goals"
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Co-Founder - Managing Director

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