$240 / month
2 calls per month (60min/call)
Unlimited Q&A via chat
Expect responses in 2 days
Hands-on support
I'm James an organisational consultant, leadership coach, and founder of RE:Works. I work with early-stage founders and scale-up leadership teams who are building fast and feeling the friction that comes with growth.
My consulting practice is built around CORE, a structured, practical framework that helps organisations gain clarity across eight critical pillars: strategy, structure, culture, process, people, performance, technology, and governance. Whether you're a founder trying to systematise your early chaos, or a leadership team trying to realign after rapid growth, CORE gives you a roadmap.
Before founding RE:Works, I spent over a decade in biotech and life sciences, including VP of Operations at a cell and gene therapy startup, serving as an advisor to deeptech and biotech companies, and coaching/mentoring individuals across the global. I've led cross-functional teams, driven operational transformation, and navigated the complexity of high-growth environments firsthand.
In mentoring, I offer:
– A structured diagnostic approach to identifying where your organisation is stuck
– Practical frameworks and tools you can implement immediately
– Honest, experienced perspective from someone who has been in the operational trenches
– Support for founders navigating the shift from operator to strategic leader
– Space to think through culture, values, and the human side of building a team
I work best with founders and leaders who are intellectually curious, action-oriented, and ready to do the work, not just talk about it. If that sounds like you, I'd love to connect.
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Mentees who work with a mentor for 3+ months reach their goals 2x faster than those going it alone. Long-term mentorship means fewer false starts, more focused sessions, and support that builds week after week.
97% satisfaction across all mentors
Personalized feedback and growth plans
Trusted by thousands of mentees
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What's included in the trial?
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We'll meet for a quick call (usually under 30 minutes) where we:
- Break the ice and introduce ourselves
- Discuss your goals and how I can support you
- Coordinate logistics like time zones, meeting frequency, and communication methods