Supporting a Creative Start-up in Crisis with Flexible, Bespoke Leadership Coaching

The Challenge

A startup with 60 employees was in crisis mode. As a fast-growing company, they were operating in survival mode—everyone was wearing multiple hats, working long hours, and doing whatever it took to keep the company afloat.

The senior management team, made up of founders and early hires, was inexperienced in leadership and overwhelmed by the demands of scaling. Key issues included:

• No Time for Extras: The team was too busy putting out fires to attend traditional training or coaching sessions.

• Chaotic Decision-Making: Leaders were making reactive, ad-hoc decisions without a clear strategy.

• Team Burnout: The constant pressure was taking a toll on morale, leading to conflicts and disengagement.

• Loss of Direction: The company’s original creative vision was getting lost in the chaos.

They needed a solution that could work within their chaotic, high-pressure environment and provide support exactly when and where it was needed.

The Solution

We designed a bespoke leadership coaching model tailored to their unique needs.

The impact was immediate and transformative:

• Confidence in Crisis: Leaders felt empowered to handle high-pressure situations, knowing they had support when needed.

• Better Decision-Making: They moved from reactive to strategic decision-making, even in the midst of chaos.

• Improved Morale: With leaders feeling more confident and supported, the team’s morale began to improve.

• Creative Revival: The company reconnected with its creative vision, leading to innovative new ideas and projects.

The startup not only survived the crisis but emerged stronger, more cohesive, and ready to scale.

The Result

Do you need flexible, bespoke coaching for leaders?

Is your startup in crisis mode? We specialise in flexible, bespoke coaching for leaders who don’t have time for extras but need support exactly when it matters most.

Let’s create a solution that works for your unique challenges. Contact us today to start the conversation.

This example is based on real-world situations but has been modified to showcase our services and capabilities.