Meet Nick: The Mind Behind MindStage.
I founded MindStage with one mission: to help professionals, leaders, and teams thrive by mastering the human element of performance and connection.
After 17+ years immersed in the high-stakes world of premium automotive brands — where trust, nuanced communication, and emotional intelligence make or break relationships — I saw a striking gap. Too often, we focus on technical skills or surface polish, while overlooking the deeper foundations of confidence, empathy, and genuine human alignment.
That realisation drove me to create MindStage: a place where we go beyond typical “soft skills” training to build lasting internal shifts that transform how people lead, speak, and connect. Drawing on neuroscience, practical frameworks, and immersive real-world practice, I help turn powerful insights into everyday habits — for individuals and organisations alike.
Because when you master the human element, everything else gets easier: leadership feels authentic, communication gains impact, and high performance becomes truly sustainable.
My approach & credentials
What sets this work apart is the unique blend of rigorous training, extensive hands-on experience, and a deep understanding of human psychology — all designed to deliver not just insights, but genuine, lasting change.
Core credentials & certifications:
ILM Certified Coach (Institute of Leadership & Management)
Certified NLP Practitioner (mindset & behaviour change)
Certified Hypnotherapy Coach (deep habit & belief transformation)
Positive Psychotherapy Practitioner (leveraging strengths for well-being)
Trained in Stress Management & Emotional Resilience
Professional expertise:
20+ years as a performance & coaching specialist
Experienced workshop leader & facilitator in diverse sectors
Extensive coaching skills workshop delivery
Professionally trained actor & speaker — bringing insights on voice, presence, and authentic delivery
Ongoing CPD to ensure cutting-edge approaches
And beyond the credentials, my 50+ years of lived experience fuel a compassionate, real-world perspective on human challenges and triumphs — adding depth and heart to every session.
