Need a listening ear, some support, or to talk through ideas?
Book a Sounding-board session today.
What’s a Sounding-board Session?
They are one-on-one over Zoom for about 50 minutes.
The first 30-minute one is free, so you can get a feel for it.
We meet up and introduce ourselves, you talk about what’s on your mind, I ask some questions, and we discuss and come up with useful ideas.
You decide what to do next; it’s up to you.
“I was looking for someone to help me clarify my thinking and manage difficult situations. Rob listened, asked very good questions, and helped me set a clear path ahead. I always look forward to our sessions.” ~ Dale
First, book a free 30-minute session
“Rob helped shape my thinking and confidence. I recommend Rob to anyone - he’s vastly experienced, and has lead a full and rich life which I believe gives Rob the edge as a coach and mentor.” ~ Simon
You have other options
Single session
50 minutes long. Cost = NZD 120 (84 for paid subscribers).
Personal Consulting Package
The next step is to book a group of sessions over 3 months. These are best if you have a challenging situation to discuss or an idea you’re developing. One that is more substantial than we can cover in a single session.
3 x 50-minute sessions over three months, plus weekly email/message support. Cost = NZD 475 (333 for paid subscribers).
“You are an exceptional person, with an incredible capacity to change the world and the place people occupy within in. I believe you have a gift for connecting, for storytelling, and for supporting others to be their best.” ~ Megan
Coaching & Mentoring Package
Once you have been through a smaller package, you may decide you would value more ongoing support and ideas. This is more like having a coach or mentor to help you as you walk the path you’re on. This is best if you want someone you trust to touch base with regularly, to meet up with consistently, and to spend time with brainstorming or mapping out specifics for an idea or endeavour you have.
6 x 50-minute sessions over 4 to 6 months, extra short sessions as needed by you, and on-demand email/message support. Cost = NZD 1,500 (1,050 for paid subscribers).
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the process?
First, you book online using the links provided. There is a brief form to fill in so you can give me a rough idea of what you need at this point. The first session goes into our calendar. Then, I will email you an invoice to pay. Once that is paid, we begin. At the first session, we discuss and agree on the date for the next session and book that in. Repeat til finished.
Can I withdraw from a longer package once I have booked it?
Generally, no because the commitment needed tends to add value to the situation for both of us. But if you have specific circumstances that mean you can’t continue, then I will offer you a majority partial refund.
Is this therapy?
No, it is not. Therapy involves qualifications, tools, and processes only registered specialists can use. I’m not a registered psychologist, I am a coach and mentor with well over 25 years’ experience in the real world.
Why is your pricing like it is?
Your first ‘taste and see’ session is free. I then want you to experience a full session working on what matters most to you, so the cost is low, hence $120. If we decide we want to work together for longer, then fantastic. The pricing reflects the extra commitment required by both of us.
Just for reference, I used to charge over $450 an hour in the corporate/professional service worlds, but that was a different time and place. The message is, you’re getting someone with a lot of experience based on their personal journey, extensive professional work, and tertiary qualifications in science, teaching, and psychology. But don’t worry; our time together is easy, caring, and fun as well!