1:1 Executive Coaching

Executive coaching for leaders in media and technology

Sanoop Luke sitting in a beige armchair, smiling at the camera, holding a yellow notebook and a pen, dressed in a white shirt and a dark cardigan, in a room with beige walls and a white door.

Overview

The purpose of executive coaching is to provide time and space to step back and think properly about what is in front of you. This pursuit helps leaders turn reflection into better judgment, clearer communication, and ultimately more effective action.

The work centers on your agenda. What decisions are you considering? What relationships matter to you? Which opportunities do you want to chase? What challenge may be hard to discuss elsewhere?

Together, we clarify priorities, hear your assumptions, explore options, and turn intentions into practical action. We also look at how you lead: your presence, communication, confidence, judgment, and ability to bring others with you.

Senior leadership can be rewarding and, at times, lonely. Coaching is a confidential place for tough, honest conversation, where you can speak openly, challenge your own thinking, and get clearer on what needs your attention now.

I bring questions, perspective, experience, and candor. Over time, clients make better decisions, lead with more conviction, and have a stronger effect on the people and organizations around them.

Above works with leaders who want to grow in ways that last.

Who It’s For

  • Executives leading through complexity or transition

  • Leaders preparing for promotions or expanded responsibilities

  • Founders and entrepreneurs seeking balance between constant execution and leadership

  • HR teams who want meaningful development for their top talent

What Executive Coaching is Not

A Common Misconception About Executive Coaching:

Executive coaching is not therapy, consulting, mentoring, or motivational speaking. It is not about giving generic advice, fixing people, or delivering one-size-fits-all leadership formulas. Effective executive coaching creates space for vulnerable reflection, decision-making, stronger leadership habits, and practical action. The goal is not to build a dependency on a coach. Instead, the ultimate goal is to help leaders think more clearly, lead more effectively, and sustainably operate at a higher level over time.

Coaching Outcomes

Clients typically report significant improvement in:

+50%

Executive presence and gravitas

+43%

Communication and influence

+45%

Confidence

*Data compiled from pre and post-session surveys

Why Executive Coaching Matters

In a study, 86% of organizations reported a positive return on their investment in coaching, and 96% of leaders said they would repeat the experience*. Research shows that organizations with strong coaching cultures report measurable gains in productivity and goal-achievement. Companies including Microsoft, Kaiser Permanente and AEON have reported measurable improvements after embedding coaching more deeply into how their leaders and teams work.

Leadership development has evolved. Today’s leaders are expected not only to perform, but to adapt, connect, and inspire. Coaching bridges that gap with evidence-based methods that create measurable behavioral change

*Source: International Coach Federation, ICF Global Coaching Client Study, 2009, commissioned by ICF and conducted with PwC and Association Resource Centre Inc.

Proprietary Assessment

Every coaching engagement begins with a self-assessment built on Above’s proprietary 12 Pillars of Executive Leadership, a framework developed by Sanoop Luke to help leaders understand where they stand today and where they want to grow next. Sanoop will conduct assessment for the coachee, and when requested, with the manager of the coachee to compare and contrast results. We will focus on the following 12 pillars below:

  • Person in a suit analyzing a document with a magnifying glass, with additional papers and documents on the desk.

    1. Attention to Detail

    Maintains accuracy and clarity so priorities translate into reliable execution

  • A man standing outdoors with mountains and grassy fields in the background, crossing his arms and facing the camera.

    2. Accountability

    Owns results, sets high standards, and fosters a culture of responsibility.

  • Two men in business suits having a serious conversation in an office setting, with one man sitting behind a desk and the other facing him.

    3. Communication

    Articulates clearly, listens deeply, and adapts to diverse audiences.

  • 4. Subject Matter Mastery

    Applies expertise effectively, stays ahead of industry trends, and integrates knowledge across disciplines.

  • 5. Adaptability

    Embraces change and navigates complexity with a growth mindset.

  • A man with dark hair and a beard looking out a window with a contemplative expression, resting his chin on his hand, with his reflection visible on the glass.

    6. Self-Awareness

    Understands personality traits, strengths, blind spots, and emotional patterns, as well as their impact on others.

  • A man in a business suit looking at his watch on a city sidewalk.

    7. Authenticity

    Leads in alignment with values, building credibility and long-term trust.

  • 8. Decision-Making

    Balances data and intuition to make timely choices that support both short and long-term success.

  • 9. Confidence

    Leads with grounded assurance while balancing conviction with humility. 

  • 10. Ethical Leadership

    Models integrity, fairness, and principled choices.

  • 11. Vision

    Sees the big picture, sets strategic goals, and inspires alignment.

  • 12. Executive Presence

    Embodies composure and gravitas, commands respect, and remains approachable.

  • “I've had lots of trainings. This has been one of the most valuable professional experiences I’ve had. I left every session with clarity, focus, and actionable next steps.”

     – Head of Partnerships, YouTube Music, Los Angeles

  • "From our very first intro meeting, we clicked instantly, and he is someone that makes it very easy to open up to "

    Manager, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Los Angeles

  • "After our sessions, my work life has seen tremendous improvements and I am able to use the tools on an everyday basis. I would highly recommend Sanoop to anyone who is ready to do the work.”

    Head of Partnerships, Google News, Singapore

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