The leadership skill that changes everything
10.30am – Leadership workshop – with James Coomber

Every business faces twin challenges of retaining motivated employees and achieving high productivity. Whether you employ staff or work with associates, effective communication is essential to building and maintaining contented and productive teams. However small or large your business, leadership trainer and coach James Coomber will demonstrate how supportive conversations can improve your leadership abilities and how you can tackle difficult conversations with confidence.
Poor communication is one of the biggest barriers to effective leadership. In fact, businesses lose thousands of pounds each year due to misunderstandings, lack of clarity, and unresolved conflicts. Research shows that 60% of employees have seen workplace issues escalate due to poor communication, leading to lower morale, decreased productivity and higher staff turnover.
In this workshop, you’ll walk away with a proven framework for handling difficult conversations with confidence, built on an empathetic and supportive approach to tough talks. You’ll walk away with practical techniques that you can implement immediately, making a real impact on your leadership and workplace culture from day one.
Outcomes for attendees
- Lead with confidence by handling challenging conversations effectively.
- Build trust and respect within your team through open and honest conversations.
- Continue to build a positive workplace culture where people feel heard and valued.
- Strengthen your leadership skills with a proven, structured approach to communication.
- Avoid common mistakes that escalate conflicts and damage relationships.
If you want to be a more effective leader and improve communication skills in your workplace, attend this session.
James Coomber
James Coomber is an esteemed leadership trainer and coach, specialising in helping create positive workplace cultures through effective leadership skills and strategies. With over two decades of experience with the UK Emergency Services, he has mastered the art of leading teams to success by cultivating supportive and inclusive environments.
James is dedicated to transforming workplace culture through tailored leadership coaching, workshops, coaching and keynotes. His work is internationally recognised for challenging toxic behaviors and advocating for positive change. By prioritising psychologically safe workspaces, James aims to unlock the full potential of teams, ensuring their growth and development.
