business
[biz-nis], noun - a person, partnership, or corporation engaged in commerce, manufacturing, or a service; profit-seeking enterprise or concern.
bodhi
[boh-dee] Sanskrit, noun - the act or means of awakening, or the state of being awakened
mission
From poor leadership to absence of wellbeing, from stark inequality to lack of sustainability, things don't feel like they're going so well. Seemingly, we're all in search of greater fulfilment, balance and getting "unstuck" in our society, careers and personal lives.
Yet it needn't be this way. Such problems are surmountable because all share one thing in common: the mind. The good news is you can change your mind. And when you do, you can change what you get, and give, in life.
Our mission is "To awaken each mind to its full potential. To awaken the brilliance and wholeness in you."
What do we mean by "awaken"? Behavioural science has shown that 99% of decision making is unconscious and automatic*. You wouldn't want to be asleep at the wheel of your car. You probably also wouldn't want to sleep-walk through life. And yet, mostly, we all do. By harnessing more of your mind you can get more data, more insight, more opportunities and more choices. All in service of whatever matters most to you.
What do we mean by "brilliance"? Quite simply, the wisest, kindest, healthiest, happiest, most potent version of you. We know you're in there - and the chances are you do too. The truth is, you already are brilliant. You just need to turn the infrequent glimmers into a constant, stable stream.
And what do we mean by wholeness? Simply, the state of living one's truth, in full self-acceptance and self-authority, free from unhelpful patterns, habits and traumas.
All this starts with taking care of your body and befriending what great Tibetan Rinpoches term the "monkey mind", then finding the courage to be yourself and take conscious, decisive action in line with your deepest values and life purpose. To make all this happen we blend cutting-edge psychology, behavioural and neuroscience, biofeedback tools, coaching, somatic and talking therapies, creativity, over 70 years of business experience and the ancient wisdom of the contemplative traditions. We work 1:1, with intact teams and with large groups, both as 'one-offs' or regularly, over time.
The result? A more brilliant and whole you.
*Khaneman et al 2011
beliefs
1. Mind only.
The world is not as it is, but as the mind is. Change your mind and you change the world.
2. Mindful = Powerful.
We can only change, or accept, what we become conscious of. Turn off autopilot. Wake up.
3. Who we become is a choice.
How we see, think, feel and act is always a choice. Choose wisely.
4. We already know the answer.
When we listen carefully to the mind and body, we become wiser.
5. We become what we do.
Repeated experimentation and reflection reshapes the brain faster than any theory or lecture. This rules out many traditional levers of change.
methodology
6 steps
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team
Nikolai Koval-Radley
Founder of Business Bodhi, Executive Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Learning & Leadership Expert, Yogi
experience:
Nikolai has nearly two decades of commercial and consulting experience, principally in learning, leadership and organisational change. He led two rapid growth, multi-million pound Practice areas for Mind Gym plc and later joined the Executive Team of the multi-award winning boutique consultancy, TST, where he championed the adoption of experiential learning across industry. He now runs Business Bodhi and partners selectively on an Associate basis.
Nikolai has worked with McKinsey, Accenture, Deutsche Telekom, Oracle, Harrods, Sky, AstraZeneca, Ciena, Bank of England, Universal Music, Versace, Channel 4, Kering, Deloitte, HM Treasury, Morgan Stanley, McLaren F1 and Red Bull, among many others, designing and delivering disruptive experiences that have impacted over 100,000+ people.
Nikolai has practiced various forms of meditation and retreat for over 20 years and believes in the power of the mind to unlock both happiness and potential.
Education:
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MA, Geography, University of Cambridge
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MA, Buddhist Studies - School of Oriental & African Studies, University of London
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Scholar, Professional Co-Active Coach Certification, Co-Active Training Institute
Certifications:
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ICF ACC accreditation pending 2023
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Co-Active Professional Certified Coach (CPCC) pending 2023
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Certified MindGym Coach
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Certified Corporate Visions International Coach
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Certified Potential Project International Coach
Sahera Chohan
Leadership Expert, L&D Consultant, Executive Coach,
Facilitator, Speaker, Former Broadcaster for BBC Television & Radio
experience:
Sahera has 27 years’ experience working with individuals and teams in a wide range of private and public sector organisations in many cultures, including Europe, US, India, Pakistan and Latin America. With a focus on Emotional Intelligence, Sahera helps her clients to transform performance and increase productivity through transforming their attitude.
She trained as a Reality-based learning Self Esteem Mentor and ‘Power of Purpose’ Coach and was an Associate Trainer with the Kairos Foundation, a global educational personal development charity, facilitating groups of upwards of 100 people on a 3 day Programme. She partners as an Associate to a variety of Consultancies to deliver Leadership, Management, Sales and Customer Services Programmes and coaches personnel at Board Level, Senior Directors and Senior Managers in businesses such as Tesco, Unilever, BT Global, Cisco, AstraZeneca, British Airways, Shell, Total, Danske Bank, ICAP Global Financial Services, Royal Bank of Canada, HSBC Global Banking & Markets, RGP Europe, The Financial Conduct Authority, Morgan Stanley, VISA Europe, The Body Shop, Towers Watson, Lastminute.com, Yahoo UK & Ireland.
Sahera is a lifelong yoga practitioner, keen meditator and believes the most important relationship in life is the one you cultivate with yourself.
Education:
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BA, Social Anthropology - School of Oriental & African Studies, University of London
Certifications:
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Certified MindGym Coach
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Certified Korn Ferry Coach
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Certified Potential Project International Coach
Andrew Koval-Radley
Craniosacral Therapist. Former Opera Singer. Musician. Teacher.
experience:
Andrew built a career as an international, award-winning performance artist and is deeply familiar with how results are linked to the mind and body. He discovered Craniosacral Therapy (CST) as a patient in 2005 and found it gave him both a significant performance edge and increased wellness. In 2015 he pivoted his career to become a CST practitioner and now runs three clinics and teaches other therapists, complimenting his somatic work with compassionate inquiry. He has a special interest in strengthening the parasympathetic nervous system and increasing 'embodied' awareness to support healing and conscious change.
Andrew has practiced mindfulness and meditation for over a decade and above all values balance and equanimity.
Education:
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MA, Music - University of Cambridge
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Postgraduate Diploma in Opera - Royal Academy of Music
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Diploma, Craniosacral Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust
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Advanced Biodynamic Diploma, Craniosacral Therapy, IABT
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Level 3 Diploma, Massage, London School of Massage
Certifications:
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Craniosacral Therapy Association registered
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Complimentary & Natural Healthcare Council registered
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Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner - certification pending 2023
values
We strive to abide by five core values and get on best with clients and partners who share them:
Authenticity - We practice what we preach and walk the talk
Humility - We believe a low ego produces the best results and are compassionate towards ourselves and each other
Courage - We exist to make a difference which means being bold, brave and tenacious
Service - Happiness comes from purposeful work and our purpose is serving others in unlocking potential
Quality - We take pride in delivering exceptional work, with flair and attention to detail