grounded in science. proven in the real world.

At Real World Group, we are internationally recognised experts in leadership, culture, and team performance. While our diagnostic tools are widely respected and applied across the globe, our work goes far beyond assessment.

Leadership & Team Assessments

Our Suite of leadership and team diagnostics provide deep, research-driven insights into how your leaders and teams are performing. But these tools are just the starting point. Through coaching, workshops, masterclasses and bespoke development programmes, we help translate these insights into real, measurable improvements in performance, engagement and wellbeing.

In a rapidly-changing world they help your leaders and teams achieve greater, more sustainable performance through innovative, engaged employees and high change readiness.

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Our evidence-based diagnostic tools help you increase performance at the same time as employee wellbeing.

Evidence-Based Tools, Transformational Results 

Published research shows that leaders and teams who enact the behaviours our tools assess:

Perform better, and achieve more with less

Are more engaged, motivated & committed

Are more innovative with greater “readiness for change”

Have more self-confidence and less job-related stress

We can upskill you to apply our assessment tools for selecting & developing the leaders and teams you need more than ever.

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A selection of our clients

What people say about us

"We chose the Real FRS360® after hearing incredibly positive feedback from our Senior Leadership Team, who had already experienced the tool and spoke highly of its impact. From start to finish, the two-day in-person accreditation was superb. The delivery was excellent, engaging, insightful, and immediately relevant to our roles. Every participant walked away with practical tools and a deeper understanding of how to support leadership growth across the service. What stood out was not only the depth of the content but the way it was delivered, with real passion, integrity, and credibility. We learned coaching skills that we can use straight away to support both individuals and teams in developing authentic, inclusive leadership. The training aligned perfectly with our values and that of the NFCC, and it is clear that Real World Group are true thought leaders in this space. One of the key strengths of the FRS360® for us is that it covers both operational and corporate roles across the organisation making it a truly inclusive and relevant solution for the whole organisation. The fact that the FRS360® is grounded in evidence-based research gave us confidence that what we’ve invested in is proven to work. It’s not just a diagnostic tool; it will help guide our cultural journey. We’re proud to be working with Real World Group and look forward to the positive impact this will have across our workforce."

Colin Wright,
T/Group Manager, Learning and Development

Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service

“We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Real World Group for their support in conducting a comprehensive 360-degree review for Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. Their expertise and professionalism were evident throughout the entire process. The insights gained from the 360-degree review have been invaluable in helping our workforce understand their strengths and areas for improvement. Real World Group’s thorough and thoughtful approach ensured that all participants felt heard and respected, fostering a culture of openness and continuous development within our organisation. Thanks to their guidance, we are now better equipped to enhance our leadership capabilities and drive positive change."

Danni Lamaignère Chartered MCIPD, LLB Hons,
People, Organisational Development and Pensions Lead

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service

“Real World Group has been instrumental in helping strengthen leadership and culture at Barnet Council over the past couple of years. They began working with me and the wider Corporate Leadership Team in helping to enhance our relationships and positive influence across the organisation. The team and individual coaching that lead consultant, Carmel McKeogh, provided was sensitive, thoughtful and insightful. We later commissioned Real World Group to help further align the wider senior leadership population with our vision for an even more engaged, connected and resident focused culture across the Council. Having Professor Beverly Alimo-Metcalfe as a guest speaker at one of our events was a great way to strengthen our shared vision of just how much individual leadership behaviour matters in serving the community to the best of our ability. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Real World Group to other organisations who are keen to maximise their leadership potential through applying their insightful psychometric tools and expert support."

John Hooton – Chief Executive, Barnet Council

“There are two clear areas that set RWG apart from others in this industry: the depth of academic research that they are able to bring to bear, and their desire to constantly add extra value in addition to what has been agreed. I don’t view our relationship as one of client and contractor, it feels more like a partnership, an extension of the Organisational Development team. I hope to grow and develop our relationship with RWG for many years to come."

Andy Moss, Head of Organisational Development, University Hospital Southampton

“Real World Group enabled us to navigate complex challenges and were very responsive to our needs...I would have great confidence in recommending their services to other consulting firms".

Elizabeth Powell, MD, Compass Partnership

“As a highly successful business present in multiple countries, we looked for exactly the right behavioural-based and proven tool to help us understand our leadership culture and ensure we maintain the most effective approach going forward. We selected Real World Group and the TLQ 360 to work with as their evidence-based approach clearly demonstrates how leaders can ensure their people can fulfil their full potential for performance while enhancing their motivation and wellbeing. A range of senior colleagues completed the TLQ 360 and found it a very valuable process in increasing their understanding of how they lead and the impact it has. I would wholeheartedly recommend Real World Group if like us you are looking to foster an empowered culture that is right for the 21st century world of work.”

Paul Aldrich Partner | People, Performance and Marketing
Pemberton Capital Advisors LLP

“We have engaged Real World Group on a number of occasions over the past few years. Through diagnostic assessment and development support they have both assisted in our success as a Board to Foundation Trust status, and helped us ensure that we as effective as we can be as a Board to steer the Trust in the NHS landscape. Working with Real World Group has been informative, developmental and a highly professional experience. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend their services to other Boards”

Michael Smith, Chair, Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

“The programme has exceeded our expectations in terms of the culture improvement felt by colleagues throughout the Council. We are very grateful to Real World Group for their support and guidance, and would not hesitate in recommending them to other organisations.”

Rob Tinlin, CEO, Southend On Sea Council

“Real World Group’s expertise in leadership assessments is highly-regarded and working with them was both enjoyable and informative. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to others”.

Gabrielle Schroder, Head of Advisory, Australian Institute of Company Directors

"My experience of working in collaboration with Real World Group has been extremely positive. Being able to explain our specific requirements and mapping this to our relevant framework has ensured that the needs of our service have been met. Real World Group have delivered to our service through many channels including in person and via a virtual platform. I am grateful to the flexible approach taken by them and the support they have given our service."

People & Organisational Development Team – Surrey Fire and Rescue Service

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