About me
Leadership today requires more than technical expertise and professional capability. It also requires self-awareness, confidence and clarity.
Book a 60-minute complimentary coaching call by emailing me or using my booking link. We will discuss your current challenges, your goals, and whether coaching is the right next fit for you.
Many leaders know what they should do but still find themselves second-guessing decisions, avoiding difficult conversations, feeling disconnected from their values, or struggling to lead in a way that feels authentic.
I help growth-minded professionals strengthen their leadership identity, overcome limiting beliefs and develop the confidence to lead with greater clarity, purpose and impact.
With over 20 years of leadership experience and more than 500 documented coaching hours, I support leaders who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about their next step.
My coaching focuses on helping you:
• Build confidence in your leadership decisions
• Overcome limiting beliefs and self-doubt
• Clarify your values and leadership style
• Improve communication and difficult conversations
• Navigate career transitions and increased responsibility
• Create alignment between who you are and how you lead
My belief is simple:
Professional growth begins with personal development.
When you strengthen your mindset, beliefs and identity, your leadership naturally becomes more effective, authentic and impactful.
Coaching provides a confidential space to think clearly, challenge assumptions, and move forward with purpose.
Whether you’re stepping into leadership for the first time, managing a growing team, or simply feeling stuck despite your success, coaching can help you gain clarity and confidence in your next chapter.
Next Steps
Ready to develop greater confidence, clarity and impact in your leadership?
Book a 60-minute complimentary coaching call by emailing me or using the booking link.
We will discuss your current challenges, your goals, and whether coaching is the right next fit for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Master's in Coaching - Warwick University
- Psychology Degree - Open University
- Association for Coaching Member
- Founder of Craig Drake Coaching
- Over 20 years of leadership and Management experience
- 500+ documented coaching hours supporting professionals and leaders
- Coaching specialisms include leadership development, confidence, communication, limiting beliefs, values alignment and career progression.
Member organisations
The Association for Coaching is one of the leading professional bodies for Coaches and Organisations.
The Association is made up of a number of different membership categories, e.g. Associate Member (AMAC), Member (MAC), Accredited Member (AC Accred), with the different categories standing for different levels of training and experience. Accredited Members have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by the Association.
The Association has a Code of Ethics & Good Practice and a Complaints Procedure.
Areas of coaching I deal with
My specialisms
All areas
Other areas of coaching I deal with
- Leadership Development
- Limiting Beliefs
- Confidence & Self Belief
- Imposter Syndrome
- Identity development
- Values Alignment
- Communication Skills
- Difficult Conversations
- Decision-making
- Career Progression
- Leadership Presence
- Personal Development
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Fees
Free initial online session
Additional information
Complimentary 60-minute Coaching Session
I offer a complimentary 60-minute coaching session to explore your goals, current challenges and whether coaching is the right fit for you.
Sessions are available online and provide a confidential space to develop greater confidence, clarity and leadership effectiveness.
Bespoke Coaching Programmes
For clients seeking deeper and more sustainable transformation, tailored coaching programmes are available and designed around your individual goals and development needs.
My coaching specialises in leadership development, confidence, limiting beliefs, communication and values-based growth.
When I work
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Further information
Testimonials
”The transformation I experienced was, how to strategies my communications, without compromising on my values of Justice and fairness also how to take care of yourself to have internal peace, when I practiced it, I did experience peace in me and also my colleagues witnessed that I am being happy and also calm in dealing with issues and conflicts, and underperformance of the Team members. And enhance my understanding and ensuring Team members psychological safety, which has built Team's Cohesion.”
-Nona (Head of Programmes)
“I recommend Craig because he delivers tangible results, fast. He doesn't just offer advice; he provides a strategic toolkit that fundamentally shifts how you operate under pressure. The impact on my executive presence and confidence was immediate.”
-Gupta (Associate Director)
“Craig encouraged me to set my own goals within a clear framework. He trusted me to make decisions and was there for support whenever I needed it.”
-Ally (Manager)
