Frequently Asked Questions

What format do you coach in?
Currently, I coach exclusively one-on-one in person in Hong Kong, Singapore, and the UK and by Zoom globally. My clients hail from the UK, Sweden, East and West Coast of the US, Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, South Africa and more.
What coaching programs do you offer?
I work with my clients to personalise each program to their individual needs. Having said that, most challenges can be effectively addressed in a space of three to six months through a program of six to eight sessions taking place every two to three weeks.
I also offer one-off strategy sessions, yearly engagements, and ad-hoc refresher sessions for returning clients.
What are your fees?
My fees range from USD4,000 to 25,000 (HKD 32,000 to HKD 200,000), depending on the program.
What distinguishes you from other coaches?
1. The Strategic Advisor
I act as a strategic advisor rather than a passive observer, offering direct, actionable guidance delivered with genuine kindness and respect. This approach provides you with a high-level thought partner who helps you achieve breakthroughs and devise concrete action plans without ever having to navigate the journey alone.
2. The Dual-Qualified Edge
With a background in both neuroscience and international law, I provide a rare fusion of biological insight and the rigorous frameworks of a former litigator. I leverage these diverse tools to help you master the mechanics of leadership and advance your professional agenda with scientific precision.
3. The Global Perspective
My experience living and practicing across multiple global jurisdictions has cultivated a level of cultural agility and creative problem-solving that transcends traditional coaching. This expansive worldview allows me to approach your unique challenges with the sensitivity and open-mindedness required for international leadership.
What happens during the complimentary strategy call?
- We have an in-depth conversation about the life you are striving for and the obstacles standing in your way.
- We use my comprehensive questionnaire to open up the conversation to ascertain what aspects of your life you would like support in.
- I tell you about my background and coaching philosophy.
- If the fit is right, I will make you a proposal, outlining what we can achieve together and the practicalities of doing so.
- If it is not, the conversation will have still been valuable to you in its own right. In fact, just recently I received this LinkedIn message from a lawyer I had spoken to the previous year:
"I just realised I have not thanked you for the free session.That one session made me look at my trajectory very differently. And I have come so far since then. So just wanted to thank you for that!"
What happens between our sessions?
Often there will be homework, sometimes there will be none.
Homework takes the form of reading books and articles I recommend, watching podcasts/documentaries and researching relevant topics, practicing new skills, and making progress with whatever tasks you’re in the middle of (e.g. if I’m supporting you through a job search, you will be doing research on the best opportunities and applying for those jobs, with my help).
Most of my programs include 24/7/365 support over WhatsApp for anything that requires my input between sessions.
What will I achieve through coaching with you?
We will set specific goals for you in the beginning of our coaching relationship. Aside from those, my clients walk away with a clear direction for the future and understanding on how to get there, a renewed or newly-found sense of purpose, a sense of empowerment and confidence, increased motivation, a reduction in bad habits, and a healthier overall routine.
Do you take on every client who wants you as their coach?
No. My clients must be dynamic, inspiring, hardworking, driven people who, above all, never want to stop learning. They don’t rest on their laurels and are always striving for more. Their commitment and open-mindedness is what makes all the difference.
Why did you become a coach?
In this hyper-individualistic world where asking for help is often perceived as a weakness, I offer a different narrative - one where the biggest breakthroughs happen through transformative conversations that challenge, inform, and widen one’s perspective. Where people are often starved of thoughtful, deep, nuanced interactions, I offer exactly that, from a well-informed and multi-disciplinary place.
In short, I love empowering people to achieve their own definition of success.
How is coaching different from therapy or counselling?
Therapy addresses past trauma through various psychotherapeutic techniques. It can take years to unpack and reframe events that have had and continue to have a negative impact on one’s life. As I am not a psychiatrist, I can refer you to a trusted network of professionals who can assist with any areas that may require help.
Counseling supports people during difficult periods of life, such as the loss of a loved one or divorce. Like therapy, it is a process that can take significant time.
Coaching, by contrast, is typically a faster process focused on achieving concrete, practical results. While improved mental health is often a byproduct, the primary goal is to clarify one’s objectives, identify and overcome obstacles, and implement tangible steps to achieve them.