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Business mentoring

What's it like with Lenna as your business mentor?

  • Lenna has a provided a much needed reality check and helped me reset my aspirations and the confidence I have. She's pushed me to consider things outside of my comfort zone. and hasn't held back in telling me when I need to up my game. I'd recommend any senior leader looking for a mentor to benefit from her guidance.

    Ross Everett, Group Financial Controller, Monzo Bank

  • From the outset I loved Lenna’s authority and knowledge. I was learning new skills and I needed this guidance. The confidence gained from our very first session hardened my resolve to decline a demeaning offer from a prospective client. Lenna brought sharper focus to my LinkedIn profile and enabled me to create a no-nonsense single page CV, answering the fundamental question: what is my KEY skill?. With my self-belief growing and my aims clearly fixated, I then landed my first paid Board Advisor role, and write this reference from Belgrade where I am spending 4 days in deep business strategy discussions with the CEO. I can recommend Lenna wholeheartedly – but – to make the most of her mentoring, be sure to do your “homework” after each session!

    Robert Owen, Board Advisor.

  • I started working with Lenna while building my NED portfolio profile and founding my business. Lenna's positive affirmations and network introductions are incredibly helpful to anyone in business. Being a coach myself it's always a different structure when being coached yourself and Lenna is unbelievably good at supporting a fellow founder to strategise effectively. Lenna's network meant I could also navigate the UK and global markets with appropriate offerings to build my business and brand outside of my immediate network. I would not hesitate to work with The L Factor in the future.

    Cohan Leon Daley, CEO & Founder, Equity In Tech Group.

  • Lenna's approach to mentorship is truly transformative. Her ability to understand and address the unique needs of her mentees is unparalleled. From our first interaction, Lenna took the time to understand my goals and challenges, providing tailored advice that has significantly enhanced my career trajectory. Her insights, especially in areas of strategic growth and business development, have been invaluable.

    Adriana Nita, Director, ImpactIT Business Solutions Ltd

  • Lenna is an incredible business coach and mentor who really cares about helping you to be you. Lenna helped me to elevate my personal brand and build more strategic relationships for my business and built my confidence and skill in the process. If you are looking for a real authentic champion to help you to be a better business leader, then Lenna is the obvious choice and you won’t regret investing in yourself and the benefit of working with Lenna.

    Ilona Brannen, Founder & CEO Slate Digtal

  • Lenna has been instrumental in guiding the launch of my portfolio career. Her mentorship is characterised by a patient and thoughtful approach, ensuring I got the best possible start in my new career path. Lenna's challenging and inspiring style pushed me to explore my full potential, encouraging growth and self-reflection. She provided tailored advice, offering personalised insights drawn from her vast experience in the field. What sets Lenna apart is her practical support, complete with concrete next steps, specific links, groups and contacts to follow up on. Lenna went above and beyond to support my journey. Her engaging personality made our mentoring sessions both productive and enjoyable, creating a truly transformative experience. Her guidance was crucial in helping me navigate significant career decisions with confidence. In summary, Lenna's mentorship has been invaluable, combining professional expertise with personal warmth to set a strong foundation for my portfolio career.

    Gus Morse, International Business Development Manager

  • Lenna’s CV was one of three I was sent by a company I was doing non-exec training with to choose a mentor. We weren't able to talk to any of the candidates so I had to use my intuition - I'll be honest it was the professional nosey parker that caught my attention. I am so glad and grateful that I chose Lenna, I was unsure what to expect but from the start she was an inspiration! She was the perfect mix of tough love and supportive – she immediately sparked confidence in me that she knew exactly what she was talking about and I felt excited to see how my sessions would progress. In 3 sessions I went from being slightly daunted by my new role as NED/Board Advisor to recognising my transferable skills and more than that my real strengths and unique gifts that I can bring to the board of any company big or small. She was also extremely understanding and supportive of my ADHD recognising when I was struggling with something because of it or if it was just my own lack of confidence, this is no easy feat but she managed it perfectly. I cannot recommend her highly enough and I will be back to see her in the future without a doubt!

    Helen Valentino, Director

  • As I start out on my portfolio career journey, I could not have hoped for a better mentor than Lenna. She held me to high standards, really inspired me to better myself and never let me off the hook; the perfect combination of skills to push me towards my goals. She is bright, cheerful and engaging, our sessions were both a pleasure and of real benefit. I cannot recommend her enough

    Ben Howell, Director of Business Development, Advantage Go.

  • I have had the privilege of being mentored by Lenna Lou for several months, and the experience has been truly transformative. Throughout my career, I have worked with various mentors and coaches, but none have had the profound impact that Lenna has had on me. She helped me embark on a deep journey of self-discovery, allowing me to recognize my true values and, most importantly, believe in my worth for the positions I am pursuing. Lenna’s approach goes beyond traditional mentoring. She has a unique ability to make you look inward, truly understand your potential, and feel confident in your professional goals. Her guidance not only made me feel capable of achieving my aspirations but also empowered me to recognize my value in the business world. Lenna’s expertise in working with senior executives and entrepreneurs is exceptional. She brings a wealth of knowledge from her extensive global business network and has the ability to open doors and create opportunities for personal and professional growth. I would highly recommend her mentoring services to anyone seeking to elevate their professional profile, especially those aiming for Non-Executive Director roles.

    Monika Majstorovic, Visionary Marketing Leader at A1 Hrvatska d.o.o.

    Based in Croatia

  • I had the absolute pleasure of working with Lenna Lou, whose exceptional skills in networking, personal branding, and strategic thinking made a profound impact on both my professional and personal growth. From our very first session, Lenna immediately understood me on a deeper level, allowing her to draw on my strengths while compassionately challenging beliefs or perspectives that might be holding me back. Lenna’s ability to reframe is truly inspiring, helping me see situations from a different perspective. Each session was structured, offering valuable input into the development of my personal brand, refining my next steps, and crafting targeted go-to-market strategies. Her insights on navigating my skills and creating impactful growth were progressive and transformative. What truly sets Lenna apart is her unwavering commitment to working with my best interests at heart, making her not just a coach, but a true partner in success. Her approach is deeply empathetic yet strategic, ensuring that the advice she gives is both actionable and aligned with my long-term goals. In addition to her professional acumen, Lenna’s own career and life story are equally impressive. Her journey is a testament to her resilience, adaptability, and passion for helping others succeed. Her diverse experiences and achievements across various industries make her not only an expert in her field but also a truly fabulous human being. This depth of life experience enriches every interaction and makes her guidance even more impactful. If you’re looking for progressive, impactful input, look no further. Lenna’s passion for networking, her strategic mind, and her genuine care make her an invaluable asset. I highly recommend Lenna to anyone seeking transformative guidance in their professional journey.

    Sarah Heming, Director

Strategic Growth

How have we helped businesses grow?

  • Lenna is a great person. Very well connected and has a great ability to tell you how it is. Wood from the trees? She tells you why you are looking at a Forest in the first place. Highly recommend.

    Graeme Dixon, Director at Octopus Competitive Intelligence

  • Lenna is a pleasure to work with, full of energy and passion for her clients and contacts. She is highly motivated, forward-thinking and very knowledgeable. Lenna has strategically supported me and my firm by providing focused introductions within the networking community and collaborating on specific projects to encourage new business opportunities.

    Clair Dart, Partner at Alliotts LLP

  • Lenna is not only a delight to work with, she is also a motivated, forward thinking professional with a wealth of knowledge across multiple industries. Lenna has strategically supported me and my business by focusing key introductions within the community and collaborating on specific projects focused on engaging in new business opportunities.

    Katie Keith, Executive Director at Global Chambers