‘‘Great leadership extends beyond achievement — it is anchored in empathy, trust and genuine connection.”
Neil Francis
The Leadership Book - Achieving the empathetic Edge
About Neil Francis
I’m a leadership advisor and thinking partner to CEOs, founders and senior leadership teams.
I work with leaders who are navigating complexity, change, and important decisions, offering thoughtful leadership advice, space to think, and experienced perspective when it matters most.
With over 30 years’ experience as an entrepreneur and CEO, I’ve founded, grown, and successfully exited businesses. I’m also the author of five books on leadership, creativity, and entrepreneurship, with a sixth -The Leadership Book: Achieving the Empathetic Edge - was publishing in early 2026.
“Success in entrepreneurship doesn’t come from answering the ‘how’ questions - it comes from understanding the ‘why’.
The Entrepreneur’s Book
Who I Work With
Senior leaders and executives
CEOs and directors
NHS and public sector leaders
Professional services partners
Creative and innovation leaders
Charity executives
People who want to:
lead with emotional clarity
improve communication and presence
make better decisions under pressure
unlock new ideas and possibilities
rebuild confidence after challenge or change
develop a more human, grounded leadership style
My Books
My thinking is informed by five published books on leadership, creativity and positive psychology, including:
The Leadership Book – Achieving the Empathetic Edge
The Creative Thinking Book - How to ignite and boost your creativity
The Entrepreneur’s Book - The Crucial ‘why’ questions that determine success
…alongside other works exploring meaning, identity and possibility.
If you’re navigating complexity, growth or change and would value a trusted thinking partner, let’s talk.
📞 0771 252 7158
✉️ neil@neil-francis.com