Grow into every new responsibility life hands you.

Whether you're leading at work or anywhere else life needs you, you get practical tools to lead well right where you are.

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Andy Lee, founder of The Instant Leader

Raising leaders right where they are.

You don't need a title to lead. You can step up and make a difference right where you are, without waiting for permission or positions.

Where are you stepping up?

Pick the one that sounds most like you. Each one leads to a free 20-minute call, where we'll work out your next step.

Andy Lee

About Andy

Andy Lee is a business and leadership coach and the founder of The Instant Leader. He has 20+ years of experience and has spent most of his career working with people at every level of a company, including founders. He's had thousands of conversations with leaders across different industries and has spoken at numerous events.

What people say

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To be coached by Andy is to be in safe hands, which makes courage seem more possible. I'm very pleased to commend him to individual clients and any organisation would be lucky to have him.
Dr. Robert Nettleton
Nurse, health visitor and educator
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Working with Andy constantly felt like I had a cheerleader and someone to challenge me in the right ways.
Junelle Ayetty
Trainee Solicitor
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I would recommend Andy without hesitation. He is an outstanding business coach, trustworthy, reliable and honest.
Tim Lynas
Chartered Surveyor
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I would strongly recommend Andy's coaching services to anyone who wants to increase their impact + performance in a way that prioritises integrity and self-awareness.
Julian Ng
Lawyer
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I know a big part of the success of my company is because of Andy walking with me through this journey.
Jay Tran
Creative Director
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He coached me on how to improve people skills such as communication, presentation, people management. I would highly recommend him as a management guru.
Dheeraj Kumar
Mechanical Design Engineer

The Instant Leader Podcast

Hear from people who were asked to lead before they felt ready.

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Questions

About The Instant Leader

What is The Instant Leader?

It's where I help people grow into the responsibility life has handed them. That might be a team at work, your own business, a role at church or things at home. You get practical tools you can use the same week, and someone to talk it through with.

Who is this for?

Anyone who's been handed more responsibility, at work or anywhere else in life.

Do I need a management title?

No. You don't need a title to lead. Some of the people I talk to have a big one. Lots don't. They're just the person others look to. If people are looking to you, that's enough to start.

Is this faith-based?

Faith shapes how I treat people. Everything here is open to you, whatever you believe.

Is it right for me?

I run a business. Is this for me?

Yes. It's really common for a business to grow faster than the way it's run. Then more and more of it lands on your desk. We'd look at what can move to your team, and how to hand it over so it stays handed over. For established founders, I also work 1:1 as an experienced operator beside you. It's called Operator in Your Corner, and we can see on the call whether it fits.

Does it help outside work, like church, community or home?

Yes. Leading volunteers is its own thing. People give their time freely, so a job title won't carry you. At home, a lot of the same tools help. Listening properly, for example, or handling a hard conversation calmly. We can look at your work and your home life together.

Working with Andy

How do I work with you?

Start with a free 20-minute call. If it makes sense to work together, I'll suggest what I think would help most. If it doesn't, I'll tell you. Either way, you'll know your next step.

What happens on the call?

We talk about what's changed for you and what's getting in the way. You'll leave with a clear next step, even if it isn't working with me.

What happens after the call?

Nothing, unless you want it to. If there's a fit, I'll send you a short note with what I'd suggest and what it costs. You decide in your own time.

Is it one-to-one or in a group?

Mostly one-to-one, so it's built around what you're facing. We'll work out what suits you on the call.

What tools do you use?

Simple frameworks I've built from 20+ years of experience. For example, the 3 Gears of Management help you notice when you're still doing the work yourself, and when it's time to step back. The C.A.R.E. Conversation Model gives you a structure for the conversation you've been putting off. There are a few more. We only use the ones that help with what's in front of you.

How quickly will I notice a difference?

It depends on you and what's going on, so I can't promise a timescale. What we work on is small and practical. You can usually try it the same week.

Practical

How much does it cost?

It depends on what you need. We'll talk it through on the call, and you'll know the cost before you commit to anything. The call itself is free.

Is it all online?

Yes. Calls are on Zoom, so you can join from wherever you are.

Where can I listen to the podcast?

The Instant Leader Podcast is free. I talk to people who were asked to lead before they felt ready. Listen to the podcast

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