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Get unstuck!
Identify the area of leadership that you want to explore and dive straight in for theory turned into practical application (with some honest reflections!).
Help!
The most common leadership struggles and what to do about them.
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What do others do?
Leadership nuggets collected from the world of business, psychology, sport and the creative industries (and more!) and what we can learn from them.
Saying the unsaid
Real and honest reflections on the personal struggles and opportunities of being a leader.
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Discover more to enhance you and your leadership
My Books
Books to support your leadership journey
My books cover the content I needed when I first became a leader. I have written them so that you can dip in and out whenever you need support, motivation, or ways to prompt reflection at any stage of your leadership journey.
Keynote Speaking
Author • Podcaster • Leadership Thinker • Coach • CEO of PiXL
Rachel Johnson focuses on the real barriers leaders face, offering practical frameworks to help tackle challenges in clear, actionable ways.
What do you get from Rachel’s sessions:
- Honest reflections and practical tools for leadership
- Global research and real-world examples
- Inspiring leaders to take action
My services
How can I support you?
If browsing this site has given you what you need, that’s wonderful.
If you’d like to go a step further, here are a few ways to connect with me:
Keynote speaking
Book me for a keynote talks or events.
Podcast & Conferences
Join me on the PiXL Leadership Bookclub or come as my guest to a PiXL event.
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Sign up to my mailing list for updates and resources.
One to one coaching
One-to-one support for leaders in education or business.
Trusted by Leaders in Education & Business
“Just a huge thank you to Rachel. We asked for a complex keynote, which I knew would be a challenge for anyone delivering it, but Rachel achieved exactly what we asked for. We couldn’t have asked for more and I really appreciate the time and effort Rachel put into tailoring this session for us. A valuable and inspiring keynote from Rachel Johnson filled with engaging insights and practical takeaways to further enhance our approach to learner support and motivation”
Jack Mittel,
Coleg Cambria
“One of our most successful and well received speakers in our 10 year history. Rachel spoke to the needs of our entire community; providing a positive message of hope, purpose and belonging.“
Steve Carey,
Aletheia Academies Trust
“An engaging & purposeful session which set our teachers up ready and motivated for the year ahead. We wanted the staff to feel inspired and energised for the year ahead, there was something for everyone. Very positive feedback, useful for bother personal and school life. The pace was excellent, great coverage, kept the interest level of the audience.“
Wesley Wright,
Glenwood Primary
Shankill Principals
“100% of delegates rated Rachel’s session excellent or good (90% excellent). It can be summed up by one delegate who stated, ‘Really enjoyed listening to Rachel Johnson. I found her speech to be very inspiring.“
Paul Singleton,
Director of School Standards,
Keystone Academy Trust
“Rachel’s keynote was inspirational and thoroughly practical too. The session was very impactful. It will influence our behaviours”
Nick Cross,
CEO Kings Group Academies
“Rachel provided a thought provoking and engaging perspective on leadership which has effective culture and positive relationships at its heart. Inspiring stuff.”
Simon Renshaw
“Our feedback so far has been overwhelmingly positive. I have received many requests for Rachel to return next year!”
Scott Holder,
Trust Lead
“A thoroughly, engaging and thought provoking development day – expertly delivered with humility and clarity.”
Simon Blight, Trust Lead
“Fantastic. Relevant, captivating and thought provoking.“
Amy Burkes, Epworth Education Trust
“Real, informative and humorous – hit all of the briefs!”
Rachael Holland, Lime Trust
