ABOUT JON

Hi, I am Jon, a resilience, mental skills and high-performance coach and my passion is people and high performance. Enabling people to maximise their potential and live, feel and perform better.

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What I coach isn't the usual psychology theory you get from dusty old textbooks. I rely on rigorously tested, science-backed techniques and practical skills. Some of these strategies were honed in high-stress real-world situations during my service, while others have been refined through continuous learning. I'm not the only one who knows they work; thousands of individuals have also experienced their effectiveness.

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My journey to coaching people to reach their highest potential began within the UK military, where I spent nine years serving in elite units. Initially as a Royal Marines Commando and later, after successfully completing UK Special Forces Selection, within the Special Boat Service.

 

Following my medical discharge from military service, I continued to study how the human mind reacts and performs as co-owner of the multi-award-winning Resilience Development Co. Developing the skills, mindsets, and behaviours people need to live, work and feel better. My client portfolio includes individuals and teams from diverse sectors, including FTSE 100 companies, blue light services, SMEs, local government, the third sector, and education.

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​​Throughout my career, I have learnt that everyone is vulnerable to the same human factors that can impede performance and good mental health. Regardless of their position, technical expertise, or experience, individuals and teams can benefit from coaching and support to navigate the myriad challenges, changes, and high-pressure situations they encounter.

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I firmly believe that anyone can become a higher performer with the right mental and emotional skills and adequate support. High performance is achieving what you and others thought was beyond your reach to achieve exceptional results. It is not defined by where you are now but rather where you are going and what you're capable of achieving.

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My Interests and Passions

•    British Universities Cricket and Somerset and Worcestershire CCC
•    Nottingham University rugby 1st XV and county U18’s
•    Skiing and Mountaineering specialist within UK Special Forces
•    100+ parachute jumps
•    Special Forces swimmer canoeist 
•    Long distance athlete running over 60 half and full marathons