
"Can I really keep doing this for another 10 years?"
A few years ago, I was where you are now. My mind was busy. Everything felt like a problem to solve. I was stressed, bored and stuck.
I knew I couldn't keep doing what I was doing for another 5, 10, or 15 years, but I had no clue what to do about it.
Since then I've gone on to make peace with my busy mind, get in touch with what I really want, and revitalise my career. I created my one-to-one coaching to help you do the same.
I offer a unique way to get out of your head and into your life: a life with more calm, clarity, and purpose. The ideal outcome is a feeling that you're in exactly the right place doing exactly what's right for you.
Most of my one-to-one clients are agency leaders, directors and creatives, but not exclusively so. Read on to discover more, and book a free call to see if we're a fit.
Hi, I'm Andrew, coach, author, ex-ad creative
Who I help
This is for you if:
- You're 35-55 and have built a solid career - but something feels off
- You've lost the spark that used to make it feel exciting (or at least bearable)
- You feel anxious about the future (AI, layoffs, irrelevance - take your pick)
- You know something needs to change but you don't know what
- You feel stuck in your head, overwhelmed by options, or like 'What's the point?'
This isn't about blowing up your life. It's about getting clear on what needs to shift, so you can stop feeling stuck in a loop, and finally start moving.
What you can expect
Relief, possibility and fresh direction
As your coach, I'll wear a number of hats: sounding board, creative thinking partner, 'empathetic provocateur' (supporting and challenging you in equal measure), and accountability buddy - helping you actually do the things you say you want to do.
In general, here's what you can expect to accomplish:
- Hit pause and take stock - properly
- Spot the stories and blindspots that keep you stuck
- Reconnect to the version of who knows what you want
- Start taking some steps towards something new
- Leave with renewed clarity, energy and focus
What people say
Kenny Fox
Research Director, davies + mckerr
"I worked with Andrew when the self-critical voice in my head suddenly found a megaphone. He made me realise that these thoughts were just that, thoughts, and gave me the tools to understand them.
I'm without doubt more confident in my job and life, which I put down to working with Andrew."
Paul Thompson
MD, Media Performance
"I found working with Andrew... unexpectedly annoying - in the best possible way (he’ll know what I mean).
I'd often enter our sessions unsure where to begin, yet an hour later, I’d realise I’d done most of the talking. Through subtle prompts and thoughtful nudges, he has a way of drawing out exactly what needs to surface. I always left our conversations feeling lighter, clearer, and more energised."
Chloe Fowler
Founder at The Nest Research
"I started working with Andrew as I made the decision to step down from owning a successful research agency and go it alone.
My sessions were so helpful. Andrew shifted his style to suit my needs – from coach, to mentor, to creative collaborator, to cheerleader, to kind critic. I've gone from being clueless to having a brand, a vision, a website, a strategy. Ultimately, he's helped with the thing I needed to discover the most – my story."
James Engel
Account Director, B2B advertising
"I spent ten, one-hour sessions talking to Andrew following an agency closure and subsequent redundancy. Having never had any 1:1 support before I was anxious about the process, how I would respond and whether I would benefit.
I instantly felt at ease with his calm, approachable and friendly manner. Together we worked through what I wanted next and how to achieve it. Andrew explained how my mind was working through this process and importantly shared tools to deal with negative or overwhelming mental obstacles, enabling me to focus on the end goal."Emily Larkin
Head of Employer Brand at the BBC
"Andrew provided invaluable support to my overthinking mind, as I navigated a recent career transition and landed in a new role.
I always left the sessions with a renewed sense of calm and connection to my instincts.
I would recommend to anyone who could benefit from a regular break from a busy head, in a relaxed, grounded, and entirely non-judgemental space."
Lucy Sanderson
Creative Copywriter
"Having Andrew there to coach me through quite a transitional stage in my professional life has been a brilliant experience.
As someone with a head that’s constantly bubbling with thoughts, ideas (and yes, maybe the odd anxiety here and there) having access to a sounding board that is both experienced and impartial is really valuable.
While unpacking everything sometimes felt a bit like the Mary Poppins bag trick, Andy patiently listened, helping to bring structure and sense to it all. As a result, I find myself with more confidence and direction in my career – two things every creative longs for."My credientials
I'm a highly experienced leadership & personal coach, speaker and author of The Overthinker's Guide to Life.
Over the past eight years, I've coached clients in senior roles in organisations such as GE Healthcare, John Lewis, HSBC, Viatris, Roche, as well as a range of creative, insight and design agencies.
Before becoming a coach, I had a wide-ranging career. This included scriptwriting in Hollywood and stand up comedy, as well as many years as an advertising copywriter and creative leader.
Qualifications include: MSc Psychology (Distinction), PG Certificate in Business and Personal Coaching, BSc Health Studies, plus membership of the International Coaching Federation.
Coaching is about shifts. Here's some you can expect.
Ways to work with me
Reset - a focused 4-week programme
This is a great way to pause, take stock and get some fresh perspective on your work and life. It includes four, weekly sessions, with support via WhatsApp in between.
This is designed to help you clear mental clutter and reset your nervous system. You'll have space to unclench, take stock, and start moving forwards with renewed clarity, energy and purpose.
If you're figuring out your next step, it's a safe way to do that, without blowing up your life and career.
Reinvent - 3-6 months
This is a deeper, bespoke coaching programme for agency leaders and senior creatives who want to break old patterns and reinvent the way they show up at work and in life. We could work together for anywhere from three months to a year or more.
Book a free intro call
Curious to learn more? Let's chat.
There's only so much you'll get from words on a website. A real conversation will give you a much better sense of what coaching is like and how I work.
This 45-minute call is on me. It's your chance to tell me what's going on for you, and for me to see whether I'm the right person to support you. Coaching is all about chemistry, and this call will help us both figure out if we're a good fit.
Please only book a call if you're genuinely considering coaching. I want to make the best use of my time helping people who are ready to explore this work.
© Andrew Sewell, 2025