Retained Executive Coaching

The ongoing partnership serious leaders invest in.

Not a one-off session. A dedicated strategic partnership — for executives who understand that sustained performance requires sustained investment.

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The Numbers

Not promises. Proof.

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1,305+
Professionals
coached
4.9
4.9 stars across
93 Google reviews
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11+
Years of
career coaching
4,000+
Coaching hours
delivered

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Who this is for

This isn't for everyone.
It's for you.

Retainer coaching is for senior professionals and executives who are done with quick fixes and ready to work at a deeper level — consistently, over time, with someone who will tell them the truth.

  • 01You've invested 15–25 years building your career and know there's another level.
  • 02You're navigating a significant transition — new role, new board, new chapter.
  • 03High performance is expected from you. You want to stay ahead of it.
  • 04You want a confidential space to think out loud without consequences.
  • 05You take your career seriously enough to invest in it properly.

Three Retainer Tiers

One standard of work. Scope and depth tailored to where you are.

Clarity Retainer

1,500

per month · 3-month minimum

A focused monthly engagement to maintain momentum, sharpen your positioning, and hold strategic direction.

  • 2 × 60-minute coaching sessions per month
  • CV, LinkedIn & positioning review
  • Session notes and action summary
  • Email access between sessions
  • Interview or presentation prep as needed
  • WhatsApp / phone access
  • Stakeholder strategy support
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Bespoke Partnership

Let's design
it together.

Scope and investment by agreement

For C-suite leaders and board-level executives requiring a fully tailored engagement with no predefined limits.

  • Unlimited sessions — as needed
  • On-site, in-person options available
  • Direct line access, 7 days a week
  • Team or leadership group sessions
  • Conference, media & speaking preparation
  • Board readiness and governance coaching
  • Multi-year strategic partnership option
Start a Conversation

All retainers are subject to an introductory call. Ronan works with a small number of retained clients at any time.

How It Works

From first conversation to ongoing partnership.

1
Intro Call
A 20-minute conversation to understand where you are and whether we're the right fit.
2
Proposal
A tailored programme recommendation — the right tier, the right scope.
3
Onboarding
A deep-dive session to establish your baseline, goals, and what success looks like.
4
Ongoing Work
Monthly sessions, strategic support between calls, and consistent forward momentum.

What Clients Say

93 five-star Google reviews

★★★★★

"Before working with Ronan, I felt like a ship lost at sea. He helped me land not just one, but two jobs within just a few weeks — and rebuilt my confidence to back myself again."

Robert Beddall
Senior Production & Events Manager
★★★★★

"Ronan's combination of knowledge, empathy and perspective provides for a very enlightening and insightful journey. The process was productive, refreshing, and empowering."

dP Fitzgerald
Managing Director
★★★★★

"I came to Ronan dispirited — 22 years in the one company and in dire need of a change. He helped me determine what I wanted, build my brand, and develop a killer CV. Inside 4 weeks I landed two good job offers."

Barry Hooper
Program Manager

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A relationship built on results.

Every retained client gets Ronan's direct involvement and honest counsel — not a junior associate, not a template. If after your first month it isn't working, we part ways. No questions asked.

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Start with a free 20-minute intro call — no commitment, no pressure.

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Meet Your Coach

I help experienced professionals, senior leaders, and executives gain the clarity, confidence, and direction they need to make their next career move. With over a decade coaching thousands of clients, I specialise in career transitions, leadership development, and high-stakes interview preparation.

Featured in The Irish Times, RTÉ, Newstalk, and Ireland AM, I blend practical strategy with a tailored approach to help you move forward with purpose.

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Ronan Kennedy, Career Coach
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