Heidi Dawson - Coaching Beyond the Conventional

If you're looking for a traditional approach to coaching, I'm possibly not the right person for you! For years, I’ve worked with horses – half a tonne of instinct, emotion and opinion – helping them do things they’d rather not. From loading into trailers to leading herds, I’ve spent half a lifetime helping horses step outside their comfort zone – and even enjoy doing it. Turns out, humans aren't so different. These days, I help leaders, teams and individuals do what I used to help horses do: build trust, shift stuck patterns, and lead with more confidence, clarity and calm – especially when things feel messy. My work blends emotional intelligence, business strategy, creative thinking and deep behavioural insight. One day I might be delivering Fractional COO support to a scaling, purpose-led business. The next, I might be out in a field with a client and a horse, unlocking a long-held belief that’s been getting in the way. No two journeys are the same – and that’s exactly the point. I don’t follow the usual paths. I help you create your own.