Coaching
Culture
Leadership
Create something better than you can imagine.
- 01. Make a list of everything you really want but think is impossible.
- 02. Pursue something so aspirational success will require a personal—or organizational—transformation.
- 03. Go on a quest and bring people with you. Every good quest begins with a quest(ion). What’s yours?
- 04. Learn fast by conducting small experiments.
- 05. Begin before you’re ready.
I coach leaders.
I coach coaches
who coach
leaders.
My name is Robert Ellis. With over 30 years of experience across global companies—spanning startups, mid-stage, Fortune 500 giants, and non-profits—I guide leaders to take their impact to the next level at any stage of growth. My proven strength in coaching entrepreneurs and CEOs to become better leaders, think more strategically, create high performing teams, foster future-friendly cultures, and deliver compelling presentations—including several high-profile IPO roadshows—has earned me praise from one client as “one of Silicon Valley’s best-kept secrets.”
Events
Coaching From Essence: Do Powerful Work, Love What You Do, Make More Money
For Coaches / March 19-21, 2021
Whether you’re a life coach, an executive coach, a coach internal to your organization, or someone who is new to coaching—this program is for you. Tuition is based on your ability to pay and includes membership in our community of exceptional coaches. More Info
Clients
Robert Lang
former CEO, Socialbakers
“Robert might be one of Silicon Valley’s best kept secrets. Rarely, I have met someone who was so quick to build a trusted relationship with. Granted, that Robert was introduced to me with very high recommendations, but then, many people do and Robert definitely exceeded my expectations. Even from our first meeting – a 2,5h walk through San Francisco, I took home very valuable feedback and questions to work on.”
JR Smith
former CEO, AVG; Partner, Evolution Equity Partners
“I look at Robert as an insider within my organization; he’s worked with all of my team and continues to contribute to our overall growth… I strongly recommend you use Robert if you are looking to mature as a top exec, strengthen your team, improve your strategic thinking ability, present like a celeb, sell or articulate your vision clearly and simply.”
Liesl Yearsley
CEO, a•kin
“It is not often one gets to say that a single day can change a life, but that is what Robert did for me. I am a seasoned CEO, regular public speaker on a global stage, have listed a company before, raised venture funding, launched tech products, have a bunch of patents, multiple successful exits.......but I was still struggling to have the impact I ought to have given that sort of track record. Robert helped me cut through the noise of my own ego to find my authentic self. I now stand with more power, awareness and fullness of presence. I would happily have ten days more.... and am happy to recommend him to anyone privileged enough to get to work with him.”
Thomas Doochin
former CEO, Daymaker
“At least weekly, I am sharing with a friend something Robert and I discovered on our journey. He is full of both present insight and kernels of wisdom. I have learned an immense amount about myself, our company, and my journey through my time with Robert. He helped me see and sort through a lot of my own noise, beliefs, and judgement... I feel confident in saying, through all of those, he will always meet you exactly where you are and provide exactly what you need. I am deeply grateful our paths crossed, and he held the space for me on my journey.”
Hillary Miller-Wise
Founder and former CEO, Tulaa
“I was fortunate enough to be an executive coaching client of Robert's. In a word, Robert is extraordinary. His approach is rooted in a deep understanding of best practices in management and leadership combined with an exceptional emotional intelligence. There is no doubt that I am a better leader because of the support I received from Robert.”
Avid Boustani
VP of Strategic Products at Turntide Technologies
“Robert's coaching experience has been truly transformative for me as I've had the opportunity to brainstorm & seek guidance from Robert directly as a thinking partner, an honest mirror, and a trusted ally whose feedback I take into deliberate consideration...Robert continuously pushes me out of my comfort zone, encouraging me to become a bolder, more compassionate, open, servant leader & person...I leave our coaching sessions feeling uplifted, clear-headed, hyper-focused, and confident in my abilities to innovative & in making the world a better place. I'm reminded by Robert that we live in an abundant world with infinite opportunities to make our teams, our customers, our company, our world better & to lead with love & compassion.”
Rebecca Harrison
CEO, African Management Institute
“Robert is highly impactful as a leadership coach and I thoroughly enjoyed being coached by him. He knows when to ask the tough questions, when to leave space for reflection, and when to push harder. And he makes it fun. He helped me navigate a challenging transition from scrappy start-up into rapid growth, and coached me into becoming a more confident and effective leader. I'd highly recommend him for leadership coaching. ”
Vanessa Shaw
Momentous
“Robert is an executive coach that cuts through the b.s. in the coaching field - I really appreciated his fresh approach. He's both empathetic and direct. While working with Robert my business become more focused, scaled up and my revenue increased 5x, best of all, I can see a vision more clearly for where I'm headed. The poignant questions and frameworks Robert used in our coaching time together have stuck with me, and I feel I can now self-coach my way through challenges. His Futurosity Continuum framework is in particular a powerful decision making resource I refer back to regularly that has provided impactful perspective on where to invest my time to get more of what I want. I can't imagine where things would be for me if I hadn't said "yes" to working with him at a pivotal moment in my career.”
Contact
I’m in Carmel Valley, California, but you might find me almost anywhere in the world. I also love Zoom.