Yan Ping

Founder

From High-Stakes Investment Banking to Coaching High Achievers

Hi, I'm Yan Ping.

I spent nearly 18 years in front-office investment banking at Barclays (Markets), navigating high-stakes deals, demanding stakeholders, and relentless pressure. I know what it takes to succeed in that world - and I also know the invisible cost of staying "on" all the time.

For years, I told myself that because I could handle it, I should. That if I kept pushing harder, the rewards would eventually balance out.

But over time, I realised that high performance shouldn't come at the cost of self.

That realisation changed everything.

I stepped away from the career I'd built - and committed to understanding what it truly means to thrive - without sacrificing ambition or excellence.

Today, I help senior bankers and high achievers move from Pain Point to Ping Point - the moment where everything clicks again. When inner and outer alignment reconnect, and success becomes energising, not draining.

We pinpoint what's no longer working, cut through the noise, and reshape a way forward thats clear, authentic, and sustainable - both in how you lead and how you live.

Because the real danger isn't underperformance.

It's over-functioning - and staying stuck in it for too long.

It's not about slowing down.

It's about moving forward - on your terms.

Credentials and Expertise

• 17+ Years in Investment Banking (Barclays, Markets) – Deep first-hand experience in high-stakes environments, navigating complex products, demanding stakeholders, and intense performance pressure.
  
• ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) – Globally recognised credential for coaching excellence and professional standards.
• Newfield Certified Coach (NCC)  – Prestigious training in ontological coaching for deep, transformational change, plus specialised certifications in the Newfield Performance Coaching Program and Newfield Team Coaching Certification Program.
• MSc in Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health (King’s College London, ongoing) – Scientific grounding in cognitive performance, resilience, and behavioural change.
• Coaching Private Bankers & Investment Advisors – Elevating communication effectiveness, strategic relationship-building, and performance outcomes.
• Certified in SLII (Situational Leadership II) – Equipping leaders with adaptive leadership for motivating and leading diverse teams.
• Certified in Personal Styling (London College of Fashion) – Enhancing external presence and refining personal branding for lasting impact.
• CFA Charterholder & Bachelor’s in Accountancy – Analytical rigour and financial fluency, reinforcing a structured, strategic approach to coaching professionals in high-stakes industries.
• Continuous Learning from Yale, Harvard & Leading Institutions – Ongoing education in resilience, peak performance, and sustainable leadership.

Beyond Coaching: My Personal Interests and Community Involvement

Beyond my work as a coach, I'm deeply committed to giving back and in continuous, holistic personal growth.

• Supporting the Community: I volunteer with Healthserve, supporting the migrant worker community in Singapore.
• Caregiving & Mental Health Awareness: Trained in the Caregivers-to-Caregivers Training Programme with Caregivers Alliance, equipping me to support loved ones with dementia. Also trained as a Calm Circles Facilitator with Calm Collective Asia, helping create safe spaces for conversations around mental well-being.
• Mindfulness & Physical Discipline: Dedicated practitioner of martial arts and Qigong, disciplines that cultivate mental clarity and physical resilience.
• Creative Pursuits: Passionate about floral design, trained under an award-winning florist in London, a practice that nurtures creative expression and balance.
• Passions & Interests: Avid follower of Formula 1 and curious traveller - pursuits that fuel my curiosity, appreciation for precision, and understanding of high-performance cultures across different arenas.

Florian

Founder, Imperative Advisory

Professional Background

Florian is a Personal Strategic Advisor and Executive Coach with over two decades of experience in global investment and corporate banking, based in Sydney, Australia, and Hong Kong. His career includes leadership roles in M&A and Sales Management with HSBC, where he advised leading corporates and financial sponsors across Asia-Pacific and built high-performing teams from the ground up.

Florian's deep understanding of high-pressure environments makes him well-equipped to coach senior leaders and teams navigating significant challenges. His international banking career spans Munich, Frankfurt, London, Hong Kong, and Sydney, giving him a truly global perspective.

Coaching Philosophy and Expertise

Florian specialises in helping clients achieve outstanding workplace performance while maintaining mental, emotional, and physical well-being. His coaching is grounded in practical experience and a strong commitment to resilience and personal growth. As a black belt in White Crane Silat with over 30 years of martial arts practice and 12 years of mindfulness meditation, Florian brings a unique approach to leadership and stress management.

Florian holds a Master of Finance from the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management and coaching certifications with the ICF (International Coaching Federation) and Newfield (ontological coaching). He is also certified in leadership and team assessments with Hogan Assessments.