Our Business

About Us

The People Factor helps you to achieve your people and culture goals.  We do this in ways that are accessible, deeply inspirational and above all else, practical. 

We like to get to know you, your business and your people. Our services and support are based on consulting with you and understanding your needs. 

We know that no two businesses are the same, and for that reason we will always tailor our approach to meet your requirements and your budget. 

With access to a team of highly skilled HR practitioners, designers, facilitators and partner companies, we have your people and culture issues covered.

Our Promise

We spend time understanding you and your people

We think commercially and behave ethically. We balance the business need for progress, with the human need of treating people with respect. Our upfront consultation approach helps to ensure that we successfully determine your needs. Our partnership approach means that we stay connected with you throughout the process.

We never lose sight of your need to be a commercial business

We can help you to write your business case for people investment by using you own business metrics or by sourcing case study examples.

  • Our VisionHelping organisations to create the conditions in which their workforces thrive.

  • Our Mission and Purpose Supporting leaders, teams and organisations to perform at their best.

  • Our Values By being purposeful, practical, practical, progressive and partnering with you.

Meet Alex Coward

Hi, I’m Alex, the Founder and Managing Director of The People Factor.

Since its establishment in 2010, The People Factor has been guiding organisations through transformational change, facilitating team cohesion, and supporting individual capability development. Our experience spans a wide spectrum of clients, from working with Australian giants, multinational companies, and government agencies to schools, universities, SMEs, and family businesses.

The People Factor team consists of highly skilled, cross-industry, cross-discipline, Director-level professionals. We leverage science-based theory and tools overlayed with pragmatism and creativity. We take a human-centred approach to change and apply the same level of rigour to our own development as we encourage in others.

Join us on a journey of transformation and growth. Together, we'll unlock the full potential of your organisation and pave the way for a brighter future. Experience the difference with The People Factor—where people are the centre of everything we do.

Are you ready to develop your teams and leaders and shape your organisation?