Syntropic Minds

Where Leaders Become Philosophers

We help leaders grow wiser—so they can inspire the human spirit and build a brighter future.

If you’re striving to make a difference but feel the limits of surface-level success—the burnout, the empty wins, the metrics that miss what matters—you're not alone.We guide you to live and lead with depth, clarity, and purpose—understanding yourself, the people you lead, and the deeper patterns of the human condition.

In a world of distraction, wisdom isn't a luxury. It's leadership's deepest calling.

Why We Exist

The modern world is full of fast fixes and shallow strategies. We believe the future needs something different.

Not more optimisation.
Not more productivity hacks.
Not more LinkedIn "leadership" jargon.

But wisdom—rooted, relational, and real.

Because wise leaders see what matters, make better decisions, and build what lasts.

How We Help

This isn’t another quick fix or leadership trend. It’s a different way of working and being.

We offer immersive programmes, 1-1 philosophical coaching, and a private community for leaders ready to grow wiser.We blend timeless philosophy with real-world application to help you:

  • Think Clearly: Cut through complexity to make wiser decisions.

  • Live Authentically: Align your actions with your deepest values.

  • Lead with Purpose: Inspire others with clarity and conviction.

Programmes

Our immersive programmes help you slow down, tune in, and move forward with clarity. The era of chasing information is over—it's time to build wisdom and shape a way of being that is life-sustaining, not soul-draining.

1-1 Clarity

Philosophical coaching for leaders facing complex decisions, seeking alignment, or navigating transitions. Practical, personal guidance rooted in timeless ideas, adapted to your world.

Private Community

A thoughtful online space for real connection, rich ideas, and ongoing support. Share challenges and grow between sessions—without the noise or showing off.

Bi-Monthly Salons

Live sessions with leading thinkers. No fluff—just honest conversations about living wisely in a complex world. Each session helps you find your bearings and act with purpose.

Who We Work With

This isn’t for everyone. It’s for leaders who know the status quo isn’t enough.You’re a leader, founder, creative, or change-maker who feels the gap between external success and inner alignment—and you’re ready to close it with depth, courage, and clarity.

You might be

  • Tired of shallow advice and quick fixes

  • Facing decisions with moral or personal weight

  • Seeking deeper impact beyond metrics and milestones

  • Navigating change or burnout

  • Ready to build something meaningful that lasts

This is not about adding another badge to your collection. It’s about stepping into the next level of leadership: leading with wisdom, inspiring the human spirit, and embracing the human condition—your own and that of those you serve.You don’t need all the answers—just the courage to explore what's next.

Who We Are

Founded by Dr John Stoszkowski and Dr David Priestley, Syntropic Minds brings together 40+ years of experience in supporting individuals and teams to navigate complexity with clarity and courage.We've worked across business, sport, education, and creative industries, helping people align their inner compass with the challenges of the real world.

Why Wisdom?

Because we’ve seen what happens without it.Brilliant people burn out.
Shallow thinking breaks systems.
Connections fray—with ourselves, each other, and the bigger picture.Wisdom is philosophy's true aim—and the deepest call of leadership (the love: philo, of wisdom: sophia). It is also the best predictor of life satisfaction.It helps leaders understand and embrace the human condition—our limits, our potential, our shared struggles—and inspire the human spirit in those they lead.It's not a luxury; it’s a necessity for leaders shaping a meaningful future.

To learn more and discuss how we might help, get in touch.

Our Ethos

Entropy is the pull toward chaos and disconnection.

Syntropy creates alignment, clarity, and coherence. That's our compass.We support the shift:

  • From fragmentation to integration

  • From overload to clarity

  • From reaction to aligned action

We Stand For:

Wisdom over cleverness
Because knowledge without judgement can miss the mark.Depth over show
Because what’s real lasts longer than what just looks good.Integrity over image
Because what we build should be solid, not just shiny.Soul over surface
Because true meaning can’t be faked, fast-tracked, or filtered.Giving over grabbing
Because fulfilment comes from contributing, not consuming.Relationship over control
Because change starts with people, not processes.

Building a Wiser Future

Wisdom is the most vital skill leaders need today. It helps you see what matters, make better choices, and serve both now and the future.

Unlike artificial intelligence, wisdom is deeply human—blending thought, feeling, and intuition to navigate complexity. It embraces the human condition in all its messiness and potential, cultivating the self-awareness and empathy leaders need to inspire those they serve.

We don’t claim to have all the answers, but we’re here to help you lead wisely—on your own and with others—so you can inspire the human spirit and build cultures that are alive, connected, and fully human.

That’s the future we stand for.

Contact Us

If something here resonates, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch below to start the conversation.

About Us

We met in 2002. Then life happened. Two decades later, we reconnected, drawn by a shared conviction that something deeper is needed.Syntropic Minds is the essence of our journey. Not a product. Not a pivot. But a purpose.

John lives in Costa Del Cumbria, UK, with his wife Hollie and Dudley, their slightly unhinged miniature Dachshund. He spends far too much time on his allotment, which is fast gaining a reputation for its berry production.He loves writing, books, movies, music, art—anything that sparks thought and brings us closer to ourselves. When he's not immersed in philosophy, you might also find him navigating the highs and lows of the golf course or spinning beats behind the DJ decks.His career has always centred on coaching, learning, and growth. He founded a coaching company, collaborated with incredible people, and later sold the business to work in golf, where he helped drive innovation in talent development.From there, he became a coach development manager before spending 12 years as a senior academic. Along the way, he earned a Ph.D. and published over 30 research papers on thinking and learning.In 2021, disillusioned with the direction of higher education, John left academia to focus on what truly drives him: helping people grow with clarity, authenticity, and courage. You can find his full résumé on LinkedIn.

David lives in a quiet corner of Norfolk, UK with his wife Elisabeth, their two children, and Digby the dog. It’s the kind of place where you know your postman’s name—and he knows yours.He is fascinated by what makes people tick—and what helps them thrive. A lifelong obsessive learner, David blends deep psychological expertise with a grounded, real-world approach. Over the years, he’s worked with athletes, global companies, and well known teams across sport, business, and beyond.Whether supporting a team or partnering with purpose-led businesses, his work centres on helping people grow with self-awareness, emotional depth, and real-world impact.He trained as a psychologist, counsellor, and psychotherapist, and has spent decades weaving together theory and practice to support meaningful, lasting change.Outside of work, David loves being with his family, being active, reading anything insightful, walking the beach, and making a good coffee—or a great curry—to share.You can find his full résumé on LinkedIn.

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Our Programmes

Philosophy isn’t just for study—it’s for living.We turn big ideas into practical tools, helping you navigate challenges with confidence, hope, and courage.Our flagship programme, INTEGRATE, builds a shared language, inner alignment, and outer clarity for deeper connection and collective sense-making.

From there, explore ideas from great philosophers to shape your own worldview, grounded in clarity and purpose. Our fully online programmes offer flexibility—join a small group or work one-on-one, with optional coaching for extra support. Each step is part of a bigger journey to live with vision, courage, and energy.

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Leadership today demands more than strategy—it requires wisdom.INTEGRATE is for those navigating complexity, seeking not just to cope, but to lead with clarity, coherence, and courage.Through a multidimensional approach, you’ll learn to integrate diverse perspectives, align inner and outer purpose, and build the kind of adaptive intelligence that meets modern challenges with vision and vitality.

6 Core Thinkers and Themes

Duration: 8 x Two-Hour Sessions

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Well-being is a modern buzzword. It isn’t just a lifestyle—it’s a philosophical act.BEING WELL helps you reflect on the deeper questions that shape your life: Who am I becoming? What matters most? What does it mean to live well?With existential insight and practical grounding, you’ll reconnect with your own values, build inner alignment, and live more intentionally—beyond the noise and narrowness of self-help.

6 Core Thinkers and Themes

Duration: 6 x Two-Hour Sessions

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Progress requires more than productivity—it takes insight, imagination, and inner direction.TRAILBLAZE brings you bold ideas from disruptive thinkers to help you break old patterns and pioneer new ways of living.You’ll gain the tools to challenge assumptions, cultivate creative resilience, and chart a path that’s truly your own—especially when the world tells you to follow the script.

6 Core Thinkers and Themes

Duration: 6 x Two-Hour Sessions

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When the world feels foggy, sharper thinking lights the way.LIGHTHOUSE is about cutting through the noise—training your mind to focus, discern, and see more clearly.Through practical philosophy and reflective tools, you’ll strengthen your inner compass, clarify what matters, and respond to life with greater insight and integrity.

6 Core Thinkers and Themes

Duration: 6 x Two-Hour Sessions

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To become is to grow with purpose.BECOMING draws on timeless philosophy to help you shape a life that’s truly your own.It’s a journey into self-authorship—cultivating clarity, authenticity, and the courage to live with intention and wisdom, no matter what challenges arise.

6 Core Thinkers and Themes

Duration: 6 x Two-Hour Sessions

Dive into Friedrich Nietzsche’s most explosive ideas—will to power, Apollonian and Dionysian forces, master-slave morality, and the death of God. Explore the haunting vision of the last man, the call for a revaluation of all values, and the transformative three metamorphoses.Discover the Übermensch, embrace amor fati, and confront the challenge of eternal recurrence. DYNAMITE is a bold journey into self-overcoming and radical freedom—it's philosophy for those ready to think differently and live fiercely.

1 Core Thinker and 12 Key Themes

Duration: 4 x Two-Hour Sessions

To live fully is to live with energy.VITALIS draws on timeless insights to help you restore and sustain your vitality in a world that drains it.It’s a journey into the art of aliveness—cultivating warmth, resilience, and the freedom to live with energy and presence, no matter what life brings.

6 Core Thinkers and Themes

Duration: 6 x Two-Hour Sessions