Executive Coaching for Individuals, Teams & Organisations Across Australia
Every Leader, Every Level
Every great leader starts with the same foundation — understanding how their mind shapes the way they think, decide, and lead.
I deliver neuroscience-based executive coaching for individuals, managers, and organisations across Australia. Whether you’re a professional seeking clarity, a manager guiding a small team, or an organisation transforming culture, our coaching adapts to your goals and scale — helping you create measurable, lasting change.
From one-on-one coaching to group leadership development, our evidence-based approach helps leaders improve confidence, resilience, and performance through the science of attention and volition.
“I have a much clearer vision and plan for my future and ability to effectively deal with and approach a variety of situations.
Nigel made me stop and take a real hard look at my life and move out of a real blockage within myself. Easy to keep putting things in the too hard basket but this program really helps you just take a bite and work towards chipping away at things which before seemed so overwhelming.”
~ Anonymous client
How We Support Different Leaders
I work with leaders at every level, offering tailored pathways to help you perform better, communicate clearly, and lead with confidence.
For Individuals — Personal Leadership Mastery
When you’re driven to grow, it’s easy to burn out or lose focus. Our executive coaching for individuals helps professionals and emerging leaders improve clarity, emotional regulation, and decision-making.
You’ll learn how your mind works — reducing stress, building resilience, and developing lasting leadership confidence.
For leaders investing in the growth and wellbeing of their people.
If you have a rising star or a capable team member who needs help with emotional intelligence, communication, or leadership presence — we can help.
Our coaching programs enable managers to develop confident, resilient, and emotionally intelligent leaders within their teams.
I help transform technical experts into capable, self-aware leaders — the kind who elevate those around them.
Support your people’s growth, and strengthen your team from the inside out.
For CEOs and senior leaders ready to align their leadership team.
When talented executives aren’t fully aligned, decision-making slows, communication breaks down, and potential goes untapped.
I work with leadership teams to build trust, cohesion, and clarity — turning high-performing individuals into a unified leadership force.
Using neuroscience and behavioural insight, I help executive teams make better decisions under pressure and strengthen collaboration across functions.
Great teams don’t happen by accident — they’re developed with intention and science.
For organisations seeking measurable engagement, productivity, and cultural transformation.
When organisations invest in emotional intelligence, they see fewer HR issues, higher productivity, and more engaged teams.
Through scalable workforce programs, we help organisations embed emotional intelligence, resilience, and wellbeing across their culture — improving results from the inside out.
Build a culture where people think better, connect better, and perform better.
Why Leaders Choose Ataraxy Foundations
Evidence-Based Methods: Our programs are built on neuroscience and behavioural science — not trends or theory.
Personalised for Scale: Whether it’s 1:1 leadership coaching or organisation-wide programs, each engagement is tailored to your context.
Real-World Application: Every concept connects directly to your current challenges, from performance improvement to burnout prevention.
Sustainable Change: We help leaders form new habits and mindsets that last long after coaching ends.
“Selecting the right executive coach is an important decision and not always an easy one! We made the right decision with Nigel Donovan. Nigel provides clear perspectives and valuable guidance on how to approach work challenges. His work has allowed us to discover our true potential, build better relationships and transformed our leadership impact.”
~ Judy Jaeger
Group Manager Culture, Community and Recreation
Culture, Community and Recreation | Maitland City Council
Frequently Asked Questions About Executive Coaching
What types of executive coaching are available?
I offer flexible coaching pathways — including one-off sessions, the Ataraxy Foundations program, private 1:1 coaching, and corporate development partnerships.
How can executive coaching help my team?
Leadership coaching builds emotional intelligence and communication skills, helping teams perform more effectively and collaboratively.
Is executive coaching right for individuals?
Yes. Many professionals start coaching to improve focus, confidence, and resilience — and discover tools that transform both their leadership and wellbeing.
Can leadership coaching improve workplace culture?
Absolutely. When leaders understand how their minds and emotions influence behaviour, it creates healthier, more productive teams.
Ready to Lead with Confidence?
Every coaching journey begins with a conversation. Whether you’re an individual exploring your potential or an organisation seeking performance transformation, we’ll help you find the right path.