Down The Range Coaching
Wayne Grove - The Stoic, Military Mindset Coach
Be inquisitive & Curious & Encourage that of others. Don’t be afraid of or / to challenge (self and others). Be honest and authentic – be true to you and bring my whole self. Try to be forward focused. Learn from the past and apply it to my future, be invested in the Community, be grounded & stay humble.
Provide a safe space and integrity at all times
My Services
I offer a range of services including one-on-one coaching, group coaching, and workshops. These services are designed to help clients overcome obstacles, improve their mindset, and achieve their goals.
-Stoic Leadership: Learn to make wise decisions, control your emotions, and lead with unwavering courage.
-Resilience Training: Build mental toughness and adaptability to thrive in any situation.
- Conflict Resolution: Develop effective strategies for resolving conflicts and fostering teamwork.
- Goal Achievement: Set and achieve ambitious goals while maintaining balance and perspective.
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I am a highly qualified executive coach specialising in cultivating a stoic military mindset. With a background rooted in the principles of stoicism and military leadership, I'm here to help you develop mental resilience, strategic thinking, and unwavering discipline to excel in both professional and personal pursuits. Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
- Executive Coaching Certified Practitioner (AoEC) Level 7
- Level 5 Life Coach Diploma
- NLP Practitioner
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Certified
- Seven Habits Certified
- Military Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer & Sports Coach
- BSc Sports Psychology
- Mental Health First Aider
- Cold Water Therapy Coach Diploma
STOIC MILITARY MINDSET TECHNIQUES
“Discipline is destiny. Control your response, own your actions, accept what is, execute what must be.”
CONTROL THE CONTROLLABLES
Stoic Origin: Epictetus — “Some things are within our control, others are not.”
Military Application: You can't control the weather, the enemy, or the briefing time being moved again. But you can control your kit, your attitude, your hydration, your response.
Example:
It’s grey, cold n wet, your projects delayed, and morale’s dipping. Instead of moaning, you square your kit, check your team, top up your comms, and laugh it off. That’s power.
That’s Stoicism.
EMBRACE VOLUNTARY DISCOMFORT
Stoic Origin: Seneca — “Set aside a certain number of days... to live as if you had lost everything.”
Military Application: Train cold. Train wet. Train with weight. Seek adversity — on your terms.
Example:
You force yourself to take the long route on rations, you train with the crappiest gear, you sleep on the floor even when you don’t have to — because when the bad day comes, it’s just Tuesday.
PREMEDITATIO MALORUM (PRE-MEDITATE THE BAD)
Stoic Origin: “Rehearse in your mind the worst that could happen...”
Military Application: Visualise the op going wrong. Plan for it. Rehearse it. You’re never shocked — because you expected the chaos.
Example:
Before a convoy, you mentally walk through: IEDs, comms down, injured driver. You visualise who does what, who takes over. When it happens for real? You’re already halfway through the solution. - for more insight to how myself or Omar can assist you please just reach out and talk.
OMAR ISMAIL MSc, Master NLP & HNLP Practitioner Hyper Performance Executive Coach & People Development Facilitator
Professional Profile Overview
Omar Ismail is a seasoned organisational development and leadership consultant with a distinctive approach that bridges personal wellness and professional excellence. With 27 years of global experience spanning four continents, Omar brings a unique perspective to
leadership & organisational development that sets him apart in the consulting, coaching & training landscape.
Background & Expertise
Omar's career journey began as a fitness trainer, evolving through health and well-being coaching, personal development and lifestyle coaching, before specializing in executive coaching and leadership performance improvement. This progression has equipped him with
an unparalleled understanding of human behaviour and motivation, enabling him to help leaders build mental and physical resilience alongside impact & influential leadership skills.
His approach addresses the mind-body connection in leadership performance and
incorporates personal & corporate wellness principles into organisational transformation. As a published author of "Leading Cats & Dogs in the Workplace," Omar has developed
innovative methodologies that challenge conventional leadership thinking. His philosophy centres on the principle that "before you build a skillset, you must first create a mindset," ensuring every engagement begins with comprehensive assessments and delivers measurable transformation.
His Signature Solutions
"Do You Have More Cats or Dogs in Your Organisation?" - Keynote workshops revealing workplace personality theory and how human characteristics mirror cats and dogs, transforming how leaders understand and interact with their teams.
"Breakthrough Coaching" - Unconventional one-to-one and group coaching that uncovers unconscious behavioural drivers through challenging, thought-provoking questioning. A style
that has been described as "unconventional, challenging, insightful and life-changing.""Re-imagining Leadership Through Real-Time Intelligent Game Design" - Immersive
leadership experiences using interactive game safe space simulations and custom learning programs that create lasting impact through gamified experiential learning.
"Future Fit & Future Ready Leadership Assessment" - A comprehensive 5-stage
assessment blending psychometric profiling, coaching, gamification, case studies, and roleplay scenarios for unique self-reflective experiences and individual competency reports.
"Going Beyond Employee Engagement to Exceptional Experiences" - A 7-step employee experience strategy creating high-performance cultures and transforming teams into powerhouses with measurable business results throughout the employee lifecycle.
"Hyper HR Presence Impact & Influence Blueprint" - Six-step program with 12 modules transforming HR impact and influence, enhancing personal impact & professional influence that delivers recognised HR value and measurable business outcomes.
Training Portfolio: Comprehensive masterclasses covering Self/Team Leadership, Coaching,
Conflict Resolution, Empowering Women Leadership, Change Management, Strategic Alignment, Family Leadership, Performance Management & Succession Planning, Culture Transformation, and Presentation & Communication Excellence.
Credentials & Associations
Omar has held faculty positions at Imperial Business School and Cass Executive Education, and serves as an associate with CIPD, PwC, and Korn Ferry. His client portfolio spans Fortune
500 VPs to government officials, reflecting his versatility and expertise across sectors and leadership levels.
Approach
Omar's methodology combines structured programs ranging from 90-day intensive coach mentoring to 12-month organisational transformation initiatives. His unique Game Changer
Index psychometric toolkit and comprehensive assessment approach ensure every engagement is tailored to deliver sustainable change that impacts both people and financial results.
Contact Details:
Book a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/omarelt/discoverycall
UAE Phone: +971 5528 13867
Email: omar@elt.ae
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My Philosophy
I believe that Stoicism, with its focus on self-mastery, rationality, and virtuous living, aligns perfectly with the core principles of military mindset. This fusion creates a dynamic framework for leadership and personal growth that stands the test of time.
I believe that everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. By identifying and working towards their goals, my clients are able to unlock their full potential and create a life they love.
My Mission
Cultivating Mindsets for Success
I recognise the immense power of the Stoic philosophy combined with military discipline when it comes to achieving excellence in the corporate world. My mission is to empower leaders with the timeless wisdom of Stoicism and the resilience of military training, helping them navigate challenges and lead with unwavering resolve.
Embrace your inner Warrior
My coaching programs are designed to help you harness the Stoic warrior within. I'll work with you to develop a mindset that thrives under pressure, stays focused on the mission, and leads with honour and integrity.
How?
How?
SELECT TARGET:
What are your goals? challenges? blockers? to help you to define SMART Goals, exploring your desired outcome and encouraging you to bring forth the changes.
DOWN, TEST, ADJUST:
Encouraging you to reflect on your current reality, getting down in the weeds, exploring gaps, constraints, areas of strengths and opportunities that m
SELECT TARGET:
What are your goals? challenges? blockers? to help you to define SMART Goals, exploring your desired outcome and encouraging you to bring forth the changes.
DOWN, TEST, ADJUST:
Encouraging you to reflect on your current reality, getting down in the weeds, exploring gaps, constraints, areas of strengths and opportunities that may impact progress, encourage commitment.
BREATHE, RELEASE, EVALUATE:
Celebrate your accomplishments acknowledging your growth and
development, encouraging you to self reflect and identify key takeaways.
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