ELMER

14/02/2026

Just over a year ago at our London Exec Round table event, a senior leader explained to me:

"Charlotte, I'm confident leading people through change. But with AI? I feel like I'm pretending to know more than I do."

That word ‘feel’ can sit at the heart of many situations we have to lead. I feel I am not ready…I feel like we don’t have enough….the list can go on….

That's why Cilla McKay and I created Leading Beyond Disruption—a 5-month accelerator that gives you the depth, coaching, and credentials to lead AI change and adoption with genuine confidence.

No technical background required. Just a commitment to leading change strategically.

You'll learn to:
→ Assess where AI adds real value (not just hype)
→ Build compelling business cases that win board approval
→ Navigate resistance and bring teams along with you
→ Identify AI tools that deliver measurable business outcomes

The programme includes three in-person modules in Birmingham, 1-2-1 coaching, and group sessions where you'll work through real scenarios with peers facing the same challenges.

Our next cohort launches March 3rd, 2026.

Interested? Download the programme overview or book a consultation: https://www.elmeracademy.com/course/leading-beyond-disruption/

Thanks to the following who’s thinking and experiences at our event last year helped shape this programme….

Paul Binks - FLPI Angelo Proni Andrew Gaule Christian Gordon-Pullar Karl Billington Grayson Bowler James Beaumont Mark Lynott Kevin Davis Bex Howe

In today's rapidly evolving AI landscape, exceptional leadership is indispensable. The Leading Beyond Disruption Programme is an advanced leadership development journey designed for decision-makers and influencers navigating AI transformation. Through our comprehensive framework built on three essen...

02/02/2026

People don’t leave organisations—they leave leaders who demand compliance instead of inspiring commitment.

The question isn’t “How do I become a better leader?”

It’s “Why would anyone choose to follow me?”

True leadership isn’t found in your title, your authority, or your corner office. It’s earned through engagement, genuine listening, ethical decision-making, and building relationships that matter.

The leaders we remember aren’t the ones who wielded the most power. They’re the ones who developed the most people.

What legacy are you building?

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02/02/2026

The P-Cycle: The pattern that keeps leaders stuck (and how to break it)

Ever found yourself in this loop?

→ You want to do something properly (Perfectionism)
→ So you’ll do it later when you’re fully prepared (Procrastination)
→ Then you feel completely overwhelmed by it all (Paralysis)
→ And convince yourself something’s fundamentally wrong with you (Perpetuation)

Round and round it goes.

Here’s what we’ve learned from two decades of coaching leaders: the way out isn’t motivation. It’s action.

Not perfect action. Not the full plan. Just one small, messy first step.

The Exit Strategy:

• Start before you feel ready
• Let it be “good enough for today”
• Choose progress over perfection

That presentation you’ve been overthinking? Draft the first slide today.

The difficult conversation you’re avoiding? Schedule it now, worry about the exact words later.

The new initiative that feels too big? Just define the first tiny action.

The P-Cycle thrives on waiting for the perfect moment. But momentum comes from movement, however imperfect.

What’s one thing you’ve been stuck on that just needs a messy first step?

29/01/2026

Will AI reshape how we coach? Will human connection become even more valuable? What happens to access, credentialing, and trust?

The 2026 ICF Coaching Futures Report doesn't predict one answer.

It explores four possible futures, and gives you tools to prepare for any of them.

Download it at the link below. 👇

29/01/2026

Three weeks of "I'm about to start" is a signal, not a character flaw.

A week or so ago I posted looking for help with something I'd been circling with for a while...

The universe delivered—lots and lots...and lots of brilliant people reached out, and I've found two absolute stars to work with Laura Gwynne Rahim Dad.

So now I'm writing this post. The one I've been "about to write" for a few weeks weeks.

So, here's the the thing: I coach Executives and Leaders on exactly this pattern. Yet, I'm human too. Even when you know what's happening, you can still get stuck in it. Sometimes we all just need someone to give us a gentle shove.

Because here's what I've realised: I was stuck in what I call the P-Cycle.

Perfectionism → "I'll do it properly"
Procrastination → "I'll wait until I can do it properly"
Paralysis → "I've left it so long, I'm completely overwhelmed"
Perpetuation → "See? I never follow through. Something's wrong with me."

Your nervous system has confused performance with safety. You've taught yourself that only perfect ex*****on equals worth. So when you can't guarantee perfection, you protect yourself by not starting at all.

The way out isn't motivation. It's imperfect action.

Not the complete plan. Not the polished version. Not waiting until you feel ready or confident or certain.

Start messy. Start clunky. Start with "good enough for today."

This is leadership—of yourself, your work, your life. It's choosing action over analysis, and reality over the story fear 'might be' telling you.

If you've been circling the same task for weeks, this is your permission to begin badly...just go for it...

The way out isn't motivation. It's action.

14/10/2025

“People who want to see you win, will help you win. Never Forget That.”

This quote sits at the heart of everything we do at ELMER.

Because here’s what we’ve learned after 25 years in leadership development: your future leaders are already in your organisation. They just need people who genuinely want to see them win.

That’s exactly what our Future Famous Leaders Program delivers.

We believe in the potential of your emerging talent, your first-time managers, your underrepresented groups. And we give them the tools, confidence, and support to become the visionary leaders they’re meant to be.

Through the ELMER Framework, we teach leaders to:
• Engage – Inspire others with authentic vision
• Listen – Truly hear their team’s perspectives
• Mentor – Become the person who helps others win
• Ethics – Lead with integrity and purpose
• Relate – Build trust that transforms teams

4 immersive workshops. Personalised coaching. A community that champions your growth.

The impact?
→ 90% of alumni report significantly enhanced leadership skills
→ 42% are promoted within 12 months
→ 88% feel dramatically more confident as leaders

One graduate shared: “It gave me the confidence and skills to step up into a senior management role within just six months.”

Because when you invest in people who want to see your leaders win—everything changes.

Ready to become the organisation that helps your emerging talent win?

Contact us to learn more about our program or build something bespoke for your organisation.

14/10/2025

“People who want to see you win, will help you win. Never Forget That.”

This quote sits at the heart of everything we do at ELMER.

Because here’s what we’ve learned after 25 years in leadership development: your future leaders are already in your organisation. They just need people who genuinely want to see them win.

That’s exactly what our Future Famous Leaders Program delivers.

We believe in the potential of your emerging talent, your first-time managers, your underrepresented groups. And we give them the tools, confidence, and support to become the visionary leaders they’re meant to be.

Through the ELMER Framework, we teach leaders to:
• Engage – Inspire others with authentic vision
• Listen – Truly hear their team’s perspectives
• Mentor – Become the person who helps others win
• Ethics – Lead with integrity and purpose
• Relate – Build trust that transforms teams

4 immersive workshops. Personalised coaching. A community that champions your growth.

The impact?
→ 90% of alumni report significantly enhanced leadership skills
→ 42% are promoted within 12 months
→ 88% feel dramatically more confident as leaders

One graduate shared: “It gave me the confidence and skills to step up into a senior management role within just six months.”

Because when you invest in people who want to see your leaders win—everything changes.

Ready to become the organisation that helps your emerging talent win?

Contact us to learn more about our program or build something bespoke for your organisation.

19/09/2025

🎯 Revolutionising the coaching industry, one connection at a time
Charlotte Elmer saw a problem: talented coaches struggling to showcase their expertise, while clients felt lost trying to find the right fit.

The Business Coach Directory changes everything:
✨ Emerging coaches get the platform they deserve to build their professional presence
🔍 Clients can make confident, informed decisions with transparent credentials
📈 Industry standards rise through clear, accessible qualifications
Because the best coaching relationships happen when expertise meets the right client needs – and that starts with transparency.

Ready to find your perfect coaching match?
www.businesscoachdirectory.com

17/09/2025

Rethinking the Venture Model: What if AI scaled support, not just screening?

In this clip from our AI Leadership in Action webinar with Cilla McKay and Charlotte Elmer, we ask:
💡 What if £5m backed 50 ventures at £100k each—while AI took on the heavy lifting?

AI can now deliver data analysis, founder engagement, market research, and performance tracking - helping investors spread risk, move faster, and give consistent support.

Watch the full webinar for more on AI-human workforces, ethics, and strategy.
👉 youtube.com/watch?v=nfsOvVWcBM0&feature=youtu.be

26/01/2025

🚀 Future-Ready Leadership: Are You Prepared for 2030?

Thrilled to announce I'll be delivering a game-changing session, hosted by Bob Hayward at Be More Effectives upcoming webinar.

⏰ When: Thursday, 6th February at 11:00

🎯 The Leadership Crisis Is Real:
• Only 12% of organisations feel confident in their leadership pipeline
• 74% invest in training, yet traditional methods aren't cutting it
• The talent gap is widening, especially for underrepresented groups

📈 In this session, I'll unveil:
- The must-have leadership skills for 2030's dynamic landscape
- Innovative approaches to spotting hidden talent early
- Why traditional development methods are failing (and what works instead)
- How to build truly inclusive leadership pipelines
- Practical strategies to future-proof your talent development

🔍 Why This Matters Now:
As we accelerate towards 2030, yesterday's leadership playbook is becoming obsolete. Join me for actionable insights on identifying and nurturing the leaders your organisation needs.

Don't wait until 2030 to solve 2025's leadership challenges. Your future leaders are waiting to be discovered.

Register now: https://lnkd.in/e4mX9R8b


https://www.bemoreeffective.com/webinars/from-famous-to-futurefamous/

26/09/2024

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