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Testimonials

I have been working with Max for 4 years now. Throughout this time Max has helped my family grow tremendously, both in our performance together and our mindset. It has been a pleasure working with Max as his passion and knowledge always come forth. His integrity and dedication speak volumes of his character and that is why I have always trusted his advice.

Andrea Pozza
Managing Director - AKL Developments
Working with Max over the past year has genuinely changed how I think and lead my life. I came to him at a point where success on paper didn’t feel like success internally. I was exhausted, second guessing myself, and struggling to find balance between ambition and peace. Max helped me slow down and see the patterns that were driving that exhaustion. He has this rare ability to cut through noise with both empathy and precision. He asks the right questions, challenges assumptions, and helps me see things I couldn’t on my own. Our conversations have become a space where I can be completely honest, unpack my thinking, and rebuild it into something stronger and more grounded. He’s helped me reconnect with what actually matters: clarity, purpose, and a sense of control over my own narrative. It’s not an exaggeration to say that my work, relationships, and mindset are better because of the time I’ve spent with him.
Zane McIntyre
Chief Executive Officer - Commission Factory

Max brings a rare mix of wisdom, experience and grounded presence. He sees the bigger picture, understands what really drives people and makes you feel like success is inevitable when he’s involved.

Nicholas Thomson
Chief Executive Officer - Iceberg Pty Ltd.

My therapist told me I’d made more progress in the past 12 months than in the previous three years. That pretty much sums up the impact Max has had on my life. I’ve worked with coaches, therapists, and read more self-help books than I can count. But I kept falling into the same patterns and negative thinking. Eventually, I started to feel hopeless, like I just couldn’t change things no matter how hard I tried. So when I was referred to Max, I was pretty skeptical. But working with Max has been different. He’s incredibly well read, grounded in science, philosophy and real experience, and he’s not afraid to challenge you when you need it. He helped me see the old habits and thought loops that were keeping me stuck. I’ve started relating to my thoughts differently, built confidence by gradually facing my fears, and shifted my focus in life to what I actually want instead of being driven by fear. To be clear, this hasn’t been easy. There’s been discomfort, doubt, and a lot of work. But thanks to  Max, I’ve finally made progress in areas I thought were impossible to shift.

Duco Von Beauman
Chief Executive Officer - Haymarket HQ

Working with Max has been nothing short of transformative. When I first engaged him, I was at a crossroads: ready to leave a long career in recruitment but unsure of what came next. Max helped me to clarify where I wanted (in fact, needed) to be, in a completely different space: the wine industry. What started as a fanciful idea to open a cellar door eventually evolved – through Max’s guidance – into launching my own wine distribution business. Thanks to Max’s sharp insight and encouragement, I not only launched this second business but did so having left other unviable options in the dust behind me. Those losses were mitigated before I’d even taken a step in the wrong direction. Max also connected me with invaluable contacts in the industry – some of whom I’m still working with today. Finally, on a personal level, Max stood by me through one of the most difficult chapters of my life. He helped me to navigate intense relationship issues and a near mental breakdown, always maintaining a balance of warmth, empathy, and professionalism. Max has been more than a coach – he’s been a lifeline through both professional reinvention and personal upheaval. I can’t recommend him highly enough.

Sabrina Maddock
Chief Executive Officer - Avanti Search

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 has the extraordinary ability to challenge you, to uncover the layer that subconsciously hinder your development, and then work with you to overcome them. He is dedicated to his clients and goes the extra mile every time. His preparation and ability to recall details said even a year ago help in making every session insightful while working towards long-term objectives. I can wholly recommend Max as a coach for anyone wanting to advance in business and their personal development.

Dr. Mark van Rijmenam
The World's #1 Futurist

Max has had a profound impact on my thinking as it relates to my work, personal relationships and ultimately purpose. I would highly recommend him to any business executive who might be feeling stuck and is looking for a breakthrough from a mindset perspective.

Paul Korber
Sales Executive - Microsoft

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
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