Jo Banks
Empowering others to realise their potential.
Welcome — I’m Jo Banks
I’m an Executive Coach, Leadership Development Trainer, Author, and Speaker.
Since launching What Next Consultancy in 2009, I’ve helped tens of thousands of people—just like you—build more fulfilling careers, healthier relationships, and happier lives.
Whether you’re:
An individual looking for 1:1 coaching, online training, or practical tools to improve your confidence, communication, or mental health
An organisation seeking impactful leadership development, performance coaching, or an inspiring speaker for your next event
Or someone looking to learn on your own terms through my self-paced online courses, blog, YouTube channel, or self-help books
…you’ll find support, inspiration, and evidence-based strategies to help you thrive—professionally and personally.
How Can I Help?
- Coaching & Mentoring – For individuals and organisations ready to unlock potential and overcome limiting beliefs
- Training & Workshops – Psychology based, expert-led sessions on leadership, change, resilience, communication and more
- Speaking Engagements – Motivational talks that educate, energise, and leave lasting impact
- Virtual Courses – Affordable, on-demand training for those who prefer to learn at their own pace
- Resources – Practical tips via my blog, YouTube channel, and best-selling self-help books
- Live Webinars – New for this year: Join me for interactive sessions on the topics that matter most
Real Change Starts Here!
Whether you’re navigating change, rebuilding confidence, leading a team, or just feeling stuck, I offer the tools, techniques, and honest support to help you move forward.
Let’s work together to turn “What’s next?” into a plan you’re excited about.
Ready to get started? Book a discovery call or explore what’s on offer.
My services...
Corporate Services
Personal Coaching
Online Courses
Inspirational Books
YouTube Channel
Online Shop
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Latest from my blog…
WHY DO PEOPLE GOSSIP?
Audio Version (08:39) Let’s be honest. Gossip gets a bad reputation. In most workplaces, it’s seen as unprofessional, toxic, or something people should just stop doing. You’ll hear phrases like “stay out of it” or “rise above it”, and yet… it still happens. Not just...
FEELING EXCLUDED AT WORK? PSYCHOLOGY OF CLIQUES
Audio Version (10:43) Let’s be honest. Most of us have experienced it at some point. You walk into work, and there’s a group that seems just a little too tight. Conversations stop when you approach. Decisions feel like they’ve already been made without you. There’s an...
HOW BLAME CULTURES ARE CREATED AND MAINTAINED
Audio Version (10:24) Blame culture is often discussed in workplaces, usually in the context of “we need to move away from it” or “we want a more open, learning culture.” But here’s the thing. Blame culture doesn’t just appear out of nowhere. It isn’t a policy issue,...
WHY PEOPLE BELITTLE OTHERS
Audio Version (09:20) If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation feeling small, dismissed, or subtly put down, you’re not imagining it. Belittling behaviour shows up more often than people realise. It is not always loud or aggressive. Sometimes it comes disguised...
HOW POWER AND CONTROL SHOW UP AT WORK
Audio Version (10:36) Let me be blunt. If your workplace makes you feel anxious, second-guess yourself, or afraid to speak up, that is not ‘just the job’, and it is definitely not you. What most people call ‘bad management’ is often something far more serious: a...
WHAT’S HAPPENING WHEN YOU FEEL TRIGGERED
Audio Version (08:13) Have you ever had a moment where something tiny suddenly feels huge? An email from someone senior. A bill on the doormat. A look or a tone of voice. Suddenly, your chest tightens, or you feel like you’re in trouble, even though you’ve done...
