The world’s best athletes and teams achieve greatness through expert coaching. The same principle applies to exceptional leaders. At Nick Roud Coaching, we partner Chief Executive Officers, senior leaders and emerging leaders who want to be the absolute best, leaders who strive for distinctive absolute performance and measurable impact. 

Our leadership development work is evidence based, globally accredited and has been awarded multiple local and international awards. 

We have been trusted by Boards and leaders since 2016 and continue to fly way under the radar.

Recognised globally for excellence, Nick Roud Coaching has earned multiple international accolades, including:

• Best Executive Leadership Coaching Company – Global Business Awards 2024/25

• Best Executive Leadership Coach (New Zealand) – Education and Training Awards 2024

We bring a unique perspective to leadership development, shaped by Nick’s dyslexia, introverted nature, and ability to see complex challenges from fresh angles. It’s a superpower that helps his clients unlock breakthrough insights and sustainable results. It’s why more Board rooms invite him into observe themselves and executive teams.

Today, Nick coaches leaders across New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, Indonesia, Dubai, France, the UK, Canada, and India.

He holds the highest level of professional coaching credentials globally, a benchmark of mastery in executive coaching.

Since inception, 98% of our clients have come through referral, reflecting the lasting trust and tangible outcomes our work delivers.

Discover what world-class leadership development looks like.

Find out more about Nick Roud’s credentials and coaching approach here.

Nick Roud, Auckland, New Zealand

Every great leader needs a place to think.

Senior executives (those reporting directly into the CEO) carry immense responsibility, leading teams, driving results, and shaping culture. But behind every strategic decision sits a leader who must stay steady, clear, and self-aware. That’s where senior executive coaching with Nick Roud makes the difference.

In our one-on-one work together, we create time and space to step back from the daily noise, challenge your thinking, and strengthen your impact. You’ll gain clarity on how you lead, confidence in your decisions, and calm under pressure, all grounded in real world leadership, not theory.

Leadership starts long before the title.

Emerging leaders are at a defining stage. 79% of newly appointed leaders had zero to little professional support. Ambitious, talented, and ready to step into greater responsibility is a big focus for Senior executives and HR departments. Coaching helps you bridge the gap between where you are now and the leader you’re becoming.

Together, we’ll uncover your authentic leadership style, build the confidence to take on bigger challenges, and develop the skills to influence others with purpose and integrity. This isn’t about quick hacks, it’s about building a foundation for a career of impact and meaning. Letting go of your subject matter expertise and focusing on leading people.This is evidence based coaching not just conversations.