Raido Kivikangur - Executive decision coach
About me and how I help you
I help leaders under pressure end decision loops, lock priorities, and execute with calm clarity. Together we turn complex, messy situations into a clear decision path and practical next steps you can actually follow through on.
My background
I bring a rare combination of real-world executive experience and professional coaching. I’ve served as a senior executive (CTO and program leader) in high-pressure, regulated environments and led delivery across large infrastructure and energy programs, including €3B+ initiatives. That means I understand decisions where time, money, reputation, and people are all on the line.
What you can expect from working with me
Fast, structured clarity on the real problem (not the loudest symptoms)
Decisions that “click” because the trade-offs are clear and owned
Stakeholder alignment and accountability so execution doesn’t drift
Calm confidence under pressure, without burning out
Decision loops often happen when complex trade-offs get treated as “right vs wrong”.
Clarity is choosing the trade-off you can stand behind.
How we work
1. Clarify the decision: We define what decision you’re actually making, what constraints matter, and what options are real. No more circular debate.
2. Lock priorities and ownership: We align stakeholders, define roles, and make the “next move” obvious. If no one owns it, it won’t happen.
3. Execute with rhythm: We turn the decision into a short execution plan and a cadence that keeps momentum, even when new fires appear.
Optional: walk-and-think sessions to reset perspective and break habitual patterns.
Reliable and inspiring
Raido is a very reliable and inspiring person from whom I have sought help to become a better leader. He has helped me understand better where my boundaries lie, when and how to rest, especially when the job position often doesn't allow for it, and how to effectively and professionally handle problems when managing people. Raido keeps in touch even when you don't have active sessions with him and really shows he cares and has listened to your stories. Every manager should have at least a few sessions with Raido to become a better leader for their team.
Kelly Treu
Marketing & Communication Professional, Volkswagen
Results oriented
When our charity project suddenly lost its manager, Raido stepped in just weeks before the deadline, energized the team, aligned everyone’s strengths, set clear short-term goals and drove us to the best result ever. Systematic, inspiring and results-oriented, he knows exactly how to lead a team to its goal.
Katre Jõgevest
Logistics Manager
Effective way to achieve the results
“As I have worked with Raido, I can say with a great confidence that his whole essence and actions are motivated by reaching the results in the most effective way possible. He sets himself both short- and long-term targets and always fulfils them with continuous consistency. With his positive personality he sparks people around him to think and work with him.”
Riia Sillave
Former board member of Rail Baltic Estonia OÜ
Extensive expertise in the specialty
“Having worked with Raido for nearly half a year by now, I can see that it has had a significant impact on both my personal and career development. Raido has helped me to specify my goals and decipher different solutions to problems. His positive attitude and skillful coaching have given me tremendous added value both at work and at home.”
Martin Teder
Estonian Police and Border Guard Board, group leader
To the next level
As a host who engages with top coaches globally, I rarely encounter someone who truly redefines the client-coach experience. Raido Kivikangur’s wisdom and unique coaching approach are transformative. His ability to connect on a profound level and his remarkable vision make him an outstanding guide for anyone seeking real change. I highly recommend Raido as a coach and thought leader.
Joshua T. Beglan
Creator of the World's Mayor Experience OmniMedia Platform
Effective way to achieve the results
“I was a president of voluntary organisation JCI Tallinn when I met Raido. We were just working on a charitable project “Rat Race”. It happened that the existing project manager decided to quit, but Raido agreed to take up the position only a couple of months before the culmination. Raido managed to quickly bring himself up to speed with the project, systematically work with the team, set the short-term goals to achieve the end result and to start working. Raido has a remarkable skill to energise the team, taking into consideration the skills and wishes of each team member who were contributing to the project along side their every day lives. He encouraged them to achieve the best result ever, it is astonishing. He is very systematic and knows exactly how to achieve the goal with the whole team.
Katre Taimla
Logistics Manager of Kaubamaja AS
