Discover the FOUR levels of strategic mastery. Stop firefighting. Start being strategic!
Charlie Curson helps people and organisations think more strategically and act with greater impact. His work is grounded in practical tools, behavioural insight, and real-world relevance. Whether you're looking to build individual capability, solve a complex challenge, or unlock personal growth, his Three Cs approach offers a clear path forward:
Structured learning programmes to embed strategic thinking across teams
Practical support to design strategy and solve real business challenges
1:1 and group coaching to unlock strategic confidence, clarity and influence
In order to excel, leaders and organisations must be adept at
navigating uncertainty and adapting to change.
Over the last 20 years, Charlie’s rich professional career and diverse personal interests have provided him a wealth of knowledge, real-word experience and skills, and more than a few interesting stories.
This ability to bridge gaps and connect different fields has enabled him to support organisations of all sizes, from start-ups to global corporations in the public, private and third sector, designing, developing and helping to deliver ambitious growth strategies, innovations and change programmes.

Discover how strategic thinking can help you maximise your life and career.
Take the quiz to find out your own strengths, where your development opportunities lie and some of my top recommendations to help you grow and develop your impact.
Be the first in line for our upcoming strategic mastery programme. Launching in early 2026, we have an exciting new programme for leaders who want to supercharge their strategic impact
Mandarin is collection of Charlie's trusted associates from various industries and ways of life. With experts in Entrepreneurship, communication, people and culture, crisis management and more.












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Last Thursday, an incredible and diverse group of leaders and founders joined Johnny Hammond and me at the ICentrum building in Birmingham for a thought-provoking yet highly practical workshop: "Leadership Acceleration." Our goal? ...

A collection of tools templates, exercises and recommended books to help you on your strategy, leadership and personal growth journey.
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