I’m George Watson, and after decades leading engineering and construction projects across Europe, China, and Africa, I founded Global Business Design Ltd (gbd) in 2013 to help companies expand and thrive. Along the way I discovered that the real drivers of success are almost always people: aligned leaders, cohesive teams, and clear shared direction.

That’s why I created gbd People & Performance — to bring together my operational experience with powerful, proven tools that help private companies, charities, and public sector organisations:

• Build self-aware, high-performing teams

• Communicate and collaborate across cultures

• Align leadership and clarify purpose

• Move from complexity and friction to simplicity and results

As an authorised Level 1 Partner of the Surrounded by Idiots ecosystem (Thomas Erikson’s 12-million-copy bestseller), we use the four colour-coded behavioural styles (Red, Yellow, Green, Blue) — along with mentoring, cross-cultural training, governance reviews, and business planning — to deliver real, lasting change.

Whether you’re facing team dysfunction, international challenges, unclear direction, or simply want to unlock the next level of performance, we’re here to help.

Get in touch at george@gbdpp.com or via the contact form - let’s discuss how we can support you or your organisation.