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NINA FIELD – BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGIST & STRATEGIC THINKING SPECIALIST

I work with leaders to transform how they think, lead, & show up each day

Realise your strategic leadership potential

In today’s demanding world, leadership requires more than just intuition and experience - it calls for strategic insight, courage, and resilience.

Kia ora, I’m Nina Field

A registered psychologist and strategic thinking specialist, who is dedicated to equipping leaders with the tools and insights they need to not only navigate but excel in complex environments.

 

I have spent the last 20 years working with people to understand how they tackle challenges and make impactful decisions.

 

My journey into leadership and strategic thinking began as a competitive sportsperson and small business owner before joining the Navy where I served as a Military Psychologist for over 11 years. Throughout my career in the Navy, I worked closely with leaders at all levels, helping them to optimise how they think, act, and lead, particularly under pressure. It was while working in Defence Recruiting that I first worked on strategy and this sparked my interest in connecting psychology with strategic thinking, which I then deepened after leaving the Navy.

 

This journey led me to work with small businesses, government agencies, and large organisations alike, supporting their people in tackling big-picture challenges with clarity and confidence.

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A holistic approach to leadership

He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata!

What is the most important thing in the world? It is the people, it is the people, it is the people.

Understanding, honouring, developing and supporting the humanness of those I work with underpins my kaupapa. I’m not just about frameworks (although they are very helpful); I believe in developing the thinker alongside the thinking. 

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Leadership growth is as much about understanding your own mindset and values as it is about mastering strategic tools. My approach is deeply inclusive, client-centric and built on real-world application - no fluff or feel-good content here. Together, we tackle the hard stuff and find clarity amidst complexity, without sugar-coating the challenges.

I help leaders & leadership teams develop new skills & habits to:

  • Think, act and lead strategically

  • Solve complex problems

  • Decide what to do when they are too many options

  • Focus energy and resources on what’s important

  • Develop a common language to have strategic conversations daily

  • Get, and stay, on the same page

  • Thrive individually and collectively

  • Lead with clarity and impact

Nina is an all round decent human. She is very easy to relate to and makes you feel very comfortable to be vulnerable. This in turn means you get the most out of the experience with her.

Georgia Elliott, Project Manager Lead, SSS - Cybersecurity Specialists Senior Teams Bespoke Programme

Leadership blended with psychology

My background as a psychologist informs my approach to strategic leadership, allowing me to delve into both the mindset and methods of strategic thinking. By combining insights from psychology with practical leadership tools, I offer a unique perspective that enhances clarity and empowers leaders to drive meaningful change.

Curious about the value in working with a psychologist in business? Read my thoughts here

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What to expect when we work together

Strategic thinking, in its absolute simplest form, is about connecting your actions to your goals.

 

Our work together is designed to be both insightful and actionable. Whether in one-on-one strategic thinking, leadership and executive coaching, senior team’s development, or through my Strategic Thinker Development Programme, I create an environment where you can reflect deeply and gain clarity on the actions needed to achieve your goals.

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I understand that meaningful change requires a safe space. Confidentiality is paramount, and I create an environment where you can reflect honestly, without judgment.

How my clients describe working with me

My clients often say my approach is insightful, pragmatic, and deeply supportive. They appreciate my knack for challenging them without pushing them too far, always protecting their reputation and offering tailored guidance based on their unique needs.

“I highly recommend Nina’s programme, having real business challenge to work with kept it very real. There was also a good mix of group work, individual learning and one-on-one sessions, it’s dynamic and interesting. Nina’s programme has given me a structured process to work through along with confidence and courage to work through complex business situations.”

Kellie Hamlett - Director, Talent ID Recruitment Ltd.

Why work with me?

If you’re ready to step up as a strategic leader, gain a clearer understanding of your leadership identity, and make decisions that align with your values, I’m here to help.

 

My holistic approach ensures that you’re not just learning about strategy frameworks - you’re learning about yourself.

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