High Performance Coach - Personal Development Strategist - Philosopher - Published Author

Max Stephens

Expanding the Minds of High Performers Beyond Success and Into Mastery.

One Industry Leader At A Time.

Max Stephens, high-performance coach, skiils development strategist, personalalised coaching australia, peak performance coach, coaching for CEOs and executives, coaching for elite athletes, creative professionals coaching, success coaching australia.

I don't do 'life coaching'...

Industry Leaders don’t want 'life coaching'...

...They want self-mastery.

I’m Max Stephens - Personal Development Strategist

Trusted by industry leaders from around the world.

CURRENT client list includes:

✔ CEOs leading high-growth companies

✔ Managers of billion-dollar funds

✔ Harvard University graduates

✔ World renowned futurists

✔ Professional athletes

✔ Hollywood film directors & actors on current Netflix series.

I work with a small number of private clients at a time because I’m on call for them full-time. This ensures every client gets my full focus.

If you’d like to explore working together, let's have a conversation.

Max Stephens, high-performance coach, skiils development strategist, personalalised coaching australia, peak performance coach, coaching for CEOs and executives, coaching for elite athletes, creative professionals coaching, success coaching australia.

Here's the truth every high performer already knows about coaching:

Outcomes - the thing you actually come to coaching for - don't come from:

❌ hustle hacks ❌ accountability ❌ habits ❌ green juices ❌ alignment ❌ authenticity ❌ your “why” ❌ cold plunges ❌ “stepping into your power” ❌ quantum manifestation ❌ morning routines ❌ legacy

They come from a far deeper place most coaches themselves aren’t even aware of, let alone equipped to touch.

Max Stephens, high-performance coach, skiils development strategist, personalalised coaching australia, peak performance coach, coaching for CEOs and executives, coaching for elite athletes, creative professionals coaching, success coaching australia.

The Real Source of Change
(And Why Most Coaching Misses the Point)

Level
What It Affects
Coaching Industry Focus
Outcomes
Revenue, performance, fulfillment
What's marketed - but rarely delivered
Behaviour
Habits, strategies, actions
Short-term change that unravels without
external accountability
Decisions
Choices, priorities, trade-offs
Generic talk about 'values' and
'alignment' without real interrogation
Thinking
Beliefs, assumptions, interpretations
Usually reduced to cliché advice on
mindset and self-talk
Worldview
How you see reality, success, self, and others
Ignored by most coaches because it's
invisible, and confronting

Most people try to change their outcomes by forcing new behaviours or chasing the next hack.

But behaviour isn’t the source, it’s a symptom.

At the root of every action you take is a decision.

Behind that decision is a pattern of thinking.

And behind your thinking is something even more powerful: Your Worldview.

Your worldview is the invisible lens through which you interpret everything,

success, failure, business, and your own identity.

It shapes what you believe is possible, what you think you deserve, and what you chase.

Max just wanted to reach out and say thankyou for putting aside a couple of hours to discuss ‘ME’ – it’s very rare that I am able to be fully transparent in regards to my life both professionally and personally. It really was quite refreshing and insightful. Post our meetings I have been able to reflect on the things we have discussed and really can see some areas I feel I have neglected and can give some more attention to, it was very easy to talk with you and look forward to our coaching session next week.

Michael Griggs
Founder & Company Director - Miller & Griggs Smash Repairs

Max Stephens has really helped me grow in confidence, especially when it comes to navigating tough situations. One of the most valuable things I’ve learned from him is how to communicate through civil discourse—staying calm, respectful, and focused on solutions, even when things get challenging. Max has also taught me the importance of compassion. He’s helped me better understand and connect with others, which has made a big difference in both my professional and personal relationships. Honestly, his guidance has been invaluable in shaping how I handle myself and work with others

Dominic Tayco
Managing Director - Thaddeus Martin

Working with Max to uncover the deeper layers of my behavioural patterns and personal narratives has been a profoundly rewarding and transformative experience, full of unexpected insights that have informed many other aspects of my life. His professional approach and methods for personal inquiry and self-development are predicated upon trust, honesty, and the courage to reinterpret what is possible for who you wish to become. Max is both supportive and accountable in tailoring a program to your own specific needs, and I’ll be forever grateful for the breakthroughs we have achieved in our sessions. I encourage anyone wishing to unlock their fullest potential to consider working with Max as an invaluable part of that process.

Mark Coles Smith
Actor - Apple Cider Vinegar, Last Cab To Darwin, Modern Family, Mystery Road, etc.

Here's How We Work Together

You Work On Your Goals...

...And I'll Work On You

If success was enough, you’d be satisfied. But you’re not.

You’ve already won by conventional standards. But the truth is, you know you haven’t even scratched the surface of your real potential.

So, do you keep chasing more?

Or do you step back, recalibrate, and start playing at the level you were actually built for?

Max Stephens, high-performance coach, skiils development strategist, personalalised coaching australia, peak performance coach, coaching for CEOs and executives, coaching for elite athletes, creative professionals coaching, success coaching australia.

What Sets Me Apart

35+ high quality testimonials from industry leaders

1,500+ coaching sessions delivered every year.

100% completely customised programs to YOU.

Are you a high performer navigating life on the other side of success?

Max is super passionate about helping people achieve their business and personal goals. If you’re looking to get a better work life balance, Max has the tools to help with a clearly defined strategy to success.

Tim Walter
Director of Operations - Voyager Tennis Academy

Max’s innate ability to connect with people and truly understand the root cause of their behaviour is amazing. His flexibility and willingness to go to places where most coaches fear, sets him apart from the rest. If you want a coach that cuts through the fluff and gets to the root cause with ease and at pace whilst staying present and holding the space, Max is your man! If you are an athlete, CEO, high performer or someone creative, Max can definitely help you with any area of life. Everything he teaches and the tools he provides transcends any normal coaching session.

Craig Jervis
Property Investor - Freedom Property Investors

Max’s coaching throughout the year has proven remarkable results through my personal experience and significant outcomes were achieved. Max, a big thank you for your support and commitment in moving me towards my utmost potential. Without a doubt, I will continue to work with you on an ongoing basis and I look forward to our next session.

Domenic Morello
Co Founder & Partner - Nationwide Capital

I’m here to help you discover the meaning of your life.

Together, we will:

Dismantle the illusions shaping your reality.

Confront the cost of your ambition.

Seek what is truly worth pursuing.

High-performance coaching designed for one person—you.

Radically personal: Every session is tailored. No scripts, no templates.
Brutally insightful: We will have conversations that you don't have with anyone else.
Deeply invested: No one will care about your journey more than I will. That's my promise to you.

Max Stephens, high-performance coach, skiils development strategist, personalalised coaching australia, peak performance coach, coaching for CEOs and executives, coaching for elite athletes, creative professionals coaching, success coaching australia.

What Our Journey Together Looks Like

Here is some extraordinary praise from extraordinary people:

It’s not often you come across someone who has found their calling in life. Max is one of these people. He possesses a sense of curiosity, warmth and discernment that makes others feel at ease and allows him to unlock their potential. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Max to anyone wanting to improve all aspects of their life.

Bradley Chan
Chief Executive Officer - Banna Property Group

Max is reliable, trustworthy, insightful and caring. He has helped my return to competitive sport infects areas like mindset and goal setting. Anyone wanting to improve aspects of their lives would benefit from engaging with Max.

Albin Kurti
Managing Director - Propel Funeral Partners

Max just wanted to reach out and say thankyou for putting aside a couple of hours to discuss ‘ME’ – it’s very rare that I am able to be fully transparent in regards to my life both professionally and personally. It really was quite refreshing and insightful. Post our meetings I have been able to reflect on the things we have discussed and really can see some areas I feel I have neglected and can give some more attention to, it was very easy to talk with you and look forward to our coaching session next week.

Michael Griggs
Founder & Company Director - Miller & Griggs Smash Repairs

Are you ready for self-mastery?

Book a free private consultation.

What happens on this call?

✔ We’ll get straight to the heart of what you truly want.
✔ You'll experience deep insight as to what is holding you back.
✔ If we’re the right fit, we can talk about working together. If not, you’ll still walk away sharper.

Let’s have a conversation.