About The Lonely Leader
The Lonely leader was founded by James Rule, an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SMEs, the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport, initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive, has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach, James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment, we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
Scott Higgins
National Business Manager, Smith & Nephew
My time working with James Rule as my executive coach has been truly invaluable and represents the best professional training experience I have ever received. James has an exceptional ability to challenge thinking, inspire growth, and help leaders reach their full potential. Through his coaching, I became a more confident and self-aware leader, improving my communication, decision-making, and ability to lead with clarity and purpose.
Andrew Setian
Director of Sales, Smith & Nephew Sports Medicine
To be part of James Rule's Leadership Accelerator Program has been both a privilege and a massive advantage to my development.
He has influenced not just my professional leadership style, but life skills overall. Tremendous experience with a great Executive Coach!
Dan Wilkinson
Recruitment Consultant, weServed
James is extremely approachable and his calm manner and personal experience of life as a leader make him an ideal sounding board and source of knowledge.
His advice prevented that common feeling of becoming overwhelmed and he helped me to be more focused on the priorities week to week.
I would unhesitatingly recommend him for anyone who is looking for support at all levels of leadership.
