Leadership Coaching
Great leadership isn't born. It's developed.
Space to Lead gives you the confidential space to think, grow and lead with clarity, compassion and confidence.
Suzanne Penny, Empowered Space
25 years' experience
1,000s of professionals supported
Executive & leadership coaching
Personality profiling available
Suzanne Penny, founder of Empowered Space
Why this matters to me

The best leaders never stop learning.

I've spent more than two decades supporting organisations, leaders and teams through growth, change and uncertainty.

Alongside my experience in HR, recruitment, coaching and leadership development, I've learnt that the most effective leaders aren't those who know everything. They're the ones who stay curious, communicate with honesty, lead with compassion and never stop learning.

This is dedicated space for you to think more clearly, grow in confidence, and become the leader your team deserves.

1:1 bespoke coaching

Introducing Space to Lead.

Leadership coaching and development for leaders navigating change, growth and pivotal career moments.

Every leader faces moments that stretch them, building confidence, starting new jobs, managing difficult conversations, leading change, influencing stakeholders, developing high-performing teams or preparing for the next step in their career.

Space to Lead provides a confidential space to think, reflect and grow, combining supportive challenge with practical strategies you can apply immediately.

Together, we'll strengthen your self-awareness, leadership presence and decision-making, helping you lead with clarity, compassion and confidence, so you can bring out the very best in both yourself and the people around you.

Empowered Space leadership coaching
Is this right for you?

This is for you if you're...

Every leader faces moments that stretch them. Wherever you are on your journey, coaching meets you there.
Stepping into your first leadership role Preparing for promotion Leading through change or growth Balancing people, performance and pressure Finding difficult conversations hard Building confidence, reducing self-doubt Wanting to lead more authentically Ready to invest in your development
What this journey delivers

Four ways coaching grows your leadership.

Leadership Clarity

Develop a leadership approach that's authentic to you. Together we'll explore your strengths, values and style, building confidence in how you lead and the impact you have on others. Personality profiling tools are available to deepen your self-awareness.

Confident Communication

Leadership is built on conversations. We'll strengthen your communication, influence and ability to create clarity, trust and accountability across your team.

Resilience & Sustainable Leadership

Leadership can be demanding. Together we'll develop practical strategies to manage pressure, build resilience and make confident decisions, even through uncertainty.

Accelerate Your Impact

Whether you're new to leadership or stepping into a larger role, we'll create a practical roadmap. From your first 90 days to stakeholder relationships and early wins, you'll develop the confidence to thrive from the outset.

20% Up to 20% of staff turnover happens within the first 45 days of a new role (Harvard Business Review). Getting off to the right start matters, and the right coaching accelerates it.
Leadership impact

Together, we'll help you...

Step confidently into a new leadership role
Lead through change with clarity and resilience
Build confidence and reduce self-doubt
Develop your own authentic leadership style
Strengthen your communication and influence
Navigate challenging conversations with confidence
Build high-performing, engaged teams
Increase your strategic impact
Lead sustainably, without burning out
Ways to work together

Choose the format that fits you.

1:1 coaching
Space to Lead Coaching
Investment from £2,750

A personalised coaching journey designed around your goals, challenges and leadership aspirations, with Suzanne or one of the coaching team (subject to best fit).

  • Three or six months of coaching support
  • Psychometric assessment and profiling
  • Email and accountability support between sessions
  • Documentation, exercises and assessments
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Group programme
The Group Programme
Pricing on request

We bring leaders together across industries in a collaborative programme, to learn, reflect and grow in a supportive environment. It combines practical leadership development with coaching, peer learning and real-world application. Subject to demand.

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Organisation-sponsored coaching and leadership development programmes are also available.
What clients say

Confident, clear, and ready to lead.

Suzanne helped me uncover new perspectives on leadership, communication and personal growth. Her practical, actionable focus gives me the confidence to apply what I'd learnt immediately, in both my professional and personal life. I can't recommend her highly enough, either for 1:1 coaching or her leadership programmes.

Jez Chief of Staff & Strategic PMO

You have given me back my confidence.

Melissa HR Director

Working with you has been life affirming. My manager commented that I've grown a foot taller in confidence, and my team feel more supported. I've realised my superpowers!

Claire 1:1 Coaching Client

Suzanne has a warm, empathetic approach and truly works holistically, opening up paths and possibilities I wouldn't have thought possible. You don't come out of the sessions the same!

Helena 1:1 Coaching Client

It's been an amazing start in my new job. Your help and advice has helped me no end, and the personality profiling has been fab. Thank you.

Phillipa Marketing Manager, promoted to Director within 6 months
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First 90 Days guide
Free guide

Your First 90 Days in a new role

Stepping into something new? Download our free "First 90 Days" guide to help you start strong, build early relationships and lead with confidence from day one. Downloading joins Suzanne's email list.

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Developing a whole team?

For team-wide leadership development, workshops and away days, explore our tailored programmes for organisations.

Leadership development for organisations →

Navigating career change too?

If you're also facing redundancy or a career transition, explore Career Coaching and the Space to Transition package.

Explore Career Coaching →

Ready to invest in your leadership?

Because leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating an environment where others can thrive. Whether you're preparing for your next challenge or simply want to become the best leader you can be, I'd love to support you.

Book an exploratory call →