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Clarify the Issue
Separate what matters from what is merely noise.
Like a Lawyer© with Sharon Amesu, Criminal Barrister and Multi Award winning Executive Coach.
Like a Lawyer
Lead When the Stakes Are High.
Private strategic advisory for CEOs, founders and managing directors navigating high-stakes decisions, leadership transitions and their first 90 days.
Every decision creates evidence.
Every conversation builds trust.
Every action shapes your leadership reputation.
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For leaders of organisations with £5m–£45m revenue and 50–300 employees.
Qualification
Who this is for
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CEO, founder or managing director
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Leading an established business
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Navigating your first 90–180 days
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Managing significant commercial, people or reputational decisions
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Building authority and trust quickly
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Leading through change, growth or complexity
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Seeking challenge, clarity and strategic thinking
Deliberate fit
Who this is not for
- ✕Early-stage founders
- ✕Solopreneurs
- ✕People seeking generic coaching
- ✕People looking for motivation rather than judgement
- ✕Leaders unwilling to challenge their assumptions
If you are looking for a cheerleader, this is probably not the right conversation.
If you are looking for a rigorous thinking partner, keep reading.
The Think Like a Lawyer© Difference
Why leaders seek my perspective
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Test the Evidence
Distinguish facts from assumptions.
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Understand the Landscape
Consider stakeholders, interests, risks and consequences.
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Build a Defensible Position
Make decisions that can withstand scrutiny.
Engagements
Common reasons clients reach out
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New CEO appointment
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Founder transition
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Leadership team conflict
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Board relationships
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Organisational change
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Strategic communication
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High-stakes conversations
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Growth challenges
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Stakeholder management
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Major business decisions
Client Perspective
“I knew from the minute we met I wanted to work with Sharon. Sharon exuded a confidence I admired and spoke in a way I aspired to. I soaked up every minute of the coaching like a sponge, it was structured, intentional and made me think through in methodical stages my leadership style, approach and skills. By looking forward and having clarity of vision I was able to map out the steps to achieve it whilst looking at risks, impact and consequences. Sharon provided accountability, scrutiny, support and challenge in equal measure. It was a safe space to think, strategise, reflect and explore options in my leadership. I looked forward to every session, I know it made me a stronger leader. I always had the skill I just needed to refine it and grow my confidence in it and her wisdom and coaching helped me to do exactly that.”
Maura Jackson — Chief Executive Officer
Investment & Fit
Who I typically work with
My clients are typically CEOs, founders and managing directors leading organisations with revenues between £5m and £45m and workforces of 50–300 employees.
Engagements typically range from £5,000 to £15,000+ depending on the level of advisory support required.
This conversation is designed to determine whether there is a strong mutual fit.
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Reserve a time directly in my calendar. I review every booking personally to ensure we make the best use of our time together.
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All bookings are reviewed personally and treated in confidence.
Leadership is tested when the answers are not obvious.
When pressure rises, information is incomplete and expectations are high, leaders are judged by the quality of their thinking.
That is where sound judgement becomes a competitive advantage.