About Paul Postema
I am an Executive Coach and Mental Performance Coach.
I bring over 10+ years of management experience and 17+ years as a Mental Performance Coach for Olympic and National athletes.
I hold an MBA from Warwick Business School, coaching degrees from the University of Cambridge, and advanced psychology qualifications from the University of Pennsylvania and the Beck Institute.
An insight into
Paul’s client base.
Working with, amongst others:
- A Portfolio Manager at Cidatel US.
- A Partner at McKinsey & Company UK.
- A Chief Executive Officer at a Dutch engineering company.
- An Assistant Vice President at Citibank UK.
- The Dutch National Bobsleigh and Skeleton Team.
- Top 100 Squash Player Catalina Pelaez.
Previously worked with:
- Several high-performers, (senior) managers and executives in the professional- and financial services industry.
- Two-time World Champion Downhill Skateboarding Anna Pixner.
- Austrian National Field Hockey Team.
- Dusseldorfer HC 1st Team in the German Bundesliga.
Executive Coaching
Executive Coaching that challenges and supports leaders to think clearly, lead effectively, and grow personally and professionally in high-stakes business environments.
Designed for high-performers, (senior) managers, and executives who want to lead with clarity, navigate complexity, and achieve meaningful, sustained impact.
Mental Performance Coaching
Mental Performance Coaching empowers clients to build resilience, thrive under pressure, stay focused on purpose, and perform at their peak when it matters most. Using evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Positive Psychology, it helps clients train and prepare their minds for peak performance.
Corporate Keynotes
The Corporate Keynotes offer leaders and teams a focused space to pause, reflect, and reset. Grounded in science, each talk equips professionals to think clearly, perform under pressure, and align mindset with performance.
Client Testimonials
Here’s what clients say:
Paul is an erudite, emotionally intelligent and empathic communicator. He has mastered the balance of both being a firm yet gentle hand, in his coaching. His guidance, tempered by his experience with the corporate world and his understanding of good mental health makes him an invaluable coach. He is the type of coach who will steer in the tough times, and push when the going is good. Both his athletic, academic and professional background provide a synergy unparalleled. You’d be hard pressed to find a coach like him.
Assistant Vice President at Citibank UK
To be honest, working with Paul was very beneficial. When things got intense, he helped me cut through the clutter and concentrate on what matters most. He provided useful and quick-to-use tools. I’ve observed that on difficult days, I’m less anxious and more adept at making calls. He’s worth speaking with if you’re in a high-pressure position and need some direct assistance.
Portfolio Manager at Citadel US
Paul is a strong and effective coach. He has a particular ability to be laser focused on what matters in the coaching sessions. This enables progress to be made in any length of session. This focus ensures that the critical points and context are considered to the appropriate level of detail. Paul will enable new thinking, help you move towards specific goals and help you identify the enablers to those goals. I would recommend him highly!
Head of Product Management at Version 1