Helping people who do good do GREAT!

No-nonsense coaching, facilitation & consulting for charities & nonprofits.

I reached out to Steve last year for coaching support, having caught my eye with his always-honest, often-brutal observations of leadership in the charity sector.  I’d recently finished my PG Cert and as part of the reflective practice element, had graduated with a ‘to do’ list for self-improvement, including the recognition that I had early signs of professional burn-out and felt a bit stuck in a rut, wondering ‘what’s next?’.  I was getting itchy feet to do more, not less. 

As it turned out, over the weeks that followed, we ended up ignoring this ’to do’ list.  Instead, we worked together to find the areas of work and home that gave me energy and help me to thrive, alongside having to do ‘business as usual’. 

Steve helped me to see (literally in my diary) there are only so many hours in the day, and that it is my right and within my gift to put some boundaries back in for things I enjoy.  Together, we uncovered the importance of creativity, being an advocate for causes I love, high levels of trust, responsibility and freedom, and time spent outdoors. 

I’m still learning, adjusting and certainly have blips and bumps in terms of priorities, but I very much value having this new list to return to, focused on my strengths and preferences, and not my weaknesses.

Kirsty Telford, Deputy Director, Ministry of Stories & Hoxton Street Monster Supplies

Kirsty Telford, Deputy Director, Ministry of Stories and Hoxton Street Monster Supplies

I approached Steve via linkedin, initially because I liked his humorous posts! Working in a Charity often feels constantly challenging and demanding, and I appreciate the levity that Steve brings to our sessions. So, if you need to find the humour even amidst the darkest situations, then you are in the right place. But Steve is so much more than this and is an excellent coach. He has challenged me, opened my eyes to how I work, understanding what I’m about, and subsequently, I, and my organisation as a result, have really benefited from my time with Steve.

Samantha Leahy-Harland, CEO, Student's Union Bournemouth University

Samantha Leahy-Harland, CEO, Student's Union Bournemouth University

Steve has used his skills and experience to develop senior leaders to improve their impact in our charity.  His pragmatic and iterative approach encourages quick progress and a balanced and measured response to every type of challenge.

Steve’s outlook on leadership is refreshing and based on realistic outcomes with authenticity high on the agenda.  I would recommend every senior leader or CEO in the Third Sector to have a session with Steve!

Steve Smith FRSA, Chief Executive, Havens Hospices

Steve Smith FRSA, Chief Executive, Havens Hospices

Hi, I’m Steve Allman

I’m a Charity Coach, Facilitator and Consultant helping people in charities and nonprofits cut through crap and maximise impact.

I’ve been leading, developing and enabling charities for almost 30 years at every level from volunteer through to chief executive, trustee and chair.

I’m on a mission to help you and your charity overcome your challenges, find practical solutions and, most importantly, create a positive impact. 

How I can help you or your charity

For you

Charity Coaching

1:1 coaching from a certified coach with +25 years charity experience and the combined wisdom from hundreds of hours spent coaching people who do good through their work.

For your board/team

Charity Facilitation

Engaging, interactive faciliation and workshops which help charity teams and boards work together to overcome challenges, find practical solutions and make a positive impact. 

For your charity

Charity Consulting

Low cost, no-fuss online charity consultancy whenever you need it.  Book an online session from as little as an hour or get in touch and tell me how else I can help your charity.

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