Most coaching fails.
Ours starts with why.
A root cause approach to leadership transformation for mid-level and senior executives.
「閱讀改變的不是世界，是看世界的自己。」
70%
of executive coaching engagements fail to deliver lasting behaviour change.
Traditional coaching often jumps straight to action plans without understanding what is really holding a leader back. The common trap: someone else creates a plan for you before you understand why previous plans did not stick.
The Mytalkbook difference: we guide you through a structured "5 Whys" root cause methodology — borrowed from Six Sigma and adapted for leadership — so you uncover the real friction yourself before designing your own strategy.
"Reading does not change the world; it changes the person seeing it."
— Mytalkbook philosophy
Sound familiar?
These are the real things business owners and senior leaders tell us they are struggling with — not the polished version, the honest one.
| Your stated need | The deeper question we will explore |
|---|---|
| "My team is not performing and I don't know why" | What is the root cause — is it people, process, or you? |
| "I keep putting out fires instead of building the business" | What are you saying "yes" to that you should be saying "no" to? |
| "I promoted my best performer and now they are struggling as a manager" | What skills gap exists between individual excellence and leadership? |
| "My senior team avoids difficult conversations" | Where is the real friction — trust, structure, or fear? |
| "I work 70-hour weeks but the business still depends on me for everything" | What invisible barriers stop you from delegating and letting go? |
| "I know something needs to change but I don't know where to start" | Are your goals truly yours, or inherited expectations? |
The 5 Whys — uncovering what is really holding you back
We ask you to complete a guided self-evaluation that peels back five layers of "why" to reach the root cause of your biggest challenge — entirely at your own pace, online.
Current state mapping
Describe your primary struggle, what you observe happening around you, and the real impact on your work and life.
The 5 Whys deep dive
Starting from your core pain point, ask "why" five times in succession. By the fifth "why," you arrive at a root cause that is systemic, personal, or structural.
Solution and friction analysis
Propose your ideal solution, then honestly examine why it feels impossible to execute right now. This reveals the true blockers.
Why this works
Leaders who complete this self-evaluation gain 10x more clarity about their real challenges. By doing the work yourself, you build genuine ownership of the insights — and that is what makes lasting change possible.
Your 12-week transformation
Discovery and root cause analysis
Weeks 1–2
The first two weeks are about seeing clearly before acting.
- Complete the 5 Whys self-evaluation worksheet (provided free of charge)
- Receive personalised written feedback from your coach on your root cause findings
- Curated reading recommendation based on your specific root cause
Deliverable
Your own root cause statement and a prioritised list of the top 3 friction points, created by you.
Now that you understand the real problem, you build your own plan — with guided facilitation from your coach.
- Create your own 60-day action plan that directly targets your root cause
- Map your stakeholder dynamics: allies, blockers, and neutral parties
- Build your own "leadership presence playbook" tailored to your organisational culture
Deliverable
Your complete 60-day plan with milestones, stakeholder map, and leadership playbook — all created by you.
Strategic alignment and the 60-day plan
Weeks 3–6
Execution, navigation, and leadership presence
Weeks 7–12
Strategy without execution is just a wish. This phase is about making it real.
- Online written feedback from your coach based on your progress updates
- Practical guidance on navigating real-time challenges as they arise
- Mid-point self-review at week 8 and end-of-programme reflection at week 12
Deliverable
Your own progress report with before/after comparison, created by you and suitable for sharing with senior leadership.
Why Laurence?
25+ years in industry.
Your coach is not an outsider looking in. Laurence has walked the same corridors, faced the same pressures, and navigated the same politics — for over 25 years across manufacturing, supply chain, and corporate leadership.
From factory floor operations to senior leadership driving Esg strategy, supplier optimisation, and digital transformation — Laurence brings structured, systems-level thinking to leadership challenges.
Over 25 years of hands-on experience across manufacturing, trade, and supply chain management
Specialisation in Esg integration, global supply chain optimisation, and quality assurance
Six sigma green belt certified — the same methodology behind the 5 Whys framework
Civil engineering background — structured, systems-level thinking
Founder of Mytalkbook — a Cantonese podcast dedicated to deep self-awareness through reading
Expected outcomes
This is not just personal development — it is a strategic investment in leadership effectiveness.
| Outcome | How it is measured |
|---|---|
| A clear, validated root cause for your biggest leadership challenge | Documented in the 5 Whys worksheet |
| A concrete, milestone-driven 60-day action plan | Written plan with 3 measurable checkpoints |
| Improved ability to navigate organisational politics | Stakeholder map and tactical playbook |
| Stronger leadership presence and influence | Feedback from peers and direct reports |
| Better work-life balance through prioritisation clarity | Reduction in reactive firefighting hours |
| A self-sustaining reflection habit for ongoing growth | Weekly reflection framework you can use independently |
Everything you need, in one place
A guided digital platform where you complete assessments, receive AI-powered insights, and track your 60-day transformation — at your own pace.
Self-paced with progress tracking
Complete each step at your own pace — from self-assessment through to your personalised action plan. Auto-save means you never lose progress.
Self vs. peer comparison
Rate yourself across 6 leadership dimensions, then see how your team rates you. The gap between the two reveals your biggest growth opportunities.
Blind spots and hidden strengths
Our AI compares your self-assessment against peer feedback to identify where you overestimate (blind spots) and underestimate (hidden strengths) your abilities.
4-Phase transformation roadmap
A personalised 8-week plan with milestone tracking, weekly check-ins, and mood monitoring. Foundation → Momentum → Acceleration → Integration.
All data is encrypted and anonymised. Your responses are confidential.
Try it yourselfTeam leadership programme
Not just for individuals. Enrol your entire leadership team and see how each person's blind spots and strengths interact across the organisation.
Whole-team 360 assessment
Every team member rates themselves and their colleagues. Anonymous peer feedback reveals the real dynamics — not what people say in meetings.
Team gap analysis
AI-powered comparison across the entire team. See where collective blind spots exist and where hidden strengths are being underutilised.
Aligned action plans
Each team member builds their own 60-day plan, but the coach ensures all plans work together — so individual growth drives team performance.
Pricing
HK$960 per person
Free for the first 3 months
Includes full 360 assessment, AI gap analysis, personalised action plan, weekly check-ins, and coach feedback for each team member.
It starts with one honest conversation
with yourself.
Now
Sign in to your coaching portal and complete the 5 Whys self-evaluation worksheet. You can save your progress and return anytime.
Within 1 week
Submit your completed worksheet through the portal. Laurence will review it and provide personalised written feedback.
Within 2 weeks
Receive detailed online feedback identifying your actual root cause and a curated reading recommendation to deepen your understanding.
「閱讀改變的不是世界，是看世界的自己。」
The same applies to leadership. The change starts with how you see yourself.
Tell us about your team
Share your coaching needs and we will design a tailored programme for your organisation. All information is treated with strict confidentiality.