Overview
Duncan Purvis designs impactful learning for purpose-driven and not-for-profit organisations that are stuck in firefighting and burnout. Drawing on 20+ years in operational and learning-development roles across third-sector and commercial settings, he helps leaders strengthen culture, leadership, and teams so mission work can move forward.
His Organisation Learning Priority Model™ guides conversations across culture clarity, leadership capability, and team effectiveness—with practical workshops, coaching, and consulting rather than slide-only interventions.
What they teach
Duncan’s work typically covers:
- Culture that is clear enough to shape leadership behaviour
- Leadership development that reduces exhaustion and siloed work
- Team habits that replace chronic firefighting
- Learning experiences that stick in day-to-day operations
Clients can begin with a confidential free assessment or a connection call to locate where people investment will matter most.
Who it's for
- Leaders in not-for-profit and purpose-driven organisations
- Executives watching burnout become “normal”
- Teams stretched across silos and reactive work
- Organisations needing practical L&D—not generic corporate theatre
Frequently asked
Corporate L&D or nonprofit specialist?
Official framing centers not-for-profit and purpose-driven organisations, with experience across commercial and public settings as well.
Assessment required?
A free confidential assessment is offered; connection calls are also available to explore fit.
Soft skills only?
Work ties culture, leadership, and teams directly to recovering energy for mission delivery.
How do I start?
Book a connection call via duncanpurvis.co.uk or take the free assessment pathway.