When leaders grow, organisations benefit
Whether you're supporting a new manager, investing in high-potential talent or helping a leader navigate a challenging period, coaching provides the space to think clearly, strengthen communication and build leadership confidence.
Through one-on-one leadership coaching, I help emerging leaders, managers and executives develop the confidence, communication skills and self-awareness needed to lead effectively in today's workplace.
Is coaching right for your leaders?
Coaching can be particularly effective when a leader is:
Transitioning into a new role
Managing increased complexity or stakeholder demands
Developing confidence and executive presence
Struggling with competing priorities
Preparing for greater leadership responsibility
Working through challenging conversations or team dynamics
Navigating change, uncertainty or challenging conversations
How employer funded coaching works
1. Alignment conversation
We begin with a discussion involving the sponsoring leader, HR representative or business owner to understand the context, desired outcomes and organisational priorities.
2. Three-way goal setting
A shared coaching agreement is established between the organisation, the leader being coached and the coach. Together, we agree the outcomes we are working towards and how success will be measured.
3. Coaching programme
The leader participates in confidential one-on-one coaching sessions focused on reflection, practical action and real-world application. Sessions are tailored to their role, challenges and individual development goals.
4. Review and next steps
At the conclusion of the programme, we review progress against the agreed goals and discuss ongoing development priorities where appropriate.
Outcomes organisations commonly see
While every coaching engagement is different, leaders commonly report:
Greater confidence and self-awareness
Clearer thinking and decision-making
Improved communication and stakeholder management
Increased influence and leadership presence
Better navigation of complexity and change
Stronger prioritisation and focus
More effective leadership conversations
Improved team engagement and performance
These individual shifts often contribute to broader organisational benefits, including stronger leadership capability, better collaboration, increased engagement and improved retention of valued talent.
Confidentiality and trust
One of the questions organisations often ask is: "What will be shared with us?" While organisations understandably want visibility of progress, coaching conversations themselves remain confidential.
Information that may be shared
Agreed coaching goals
Progress against agreed outcomes
Attendance and programme completion
Broad development themes, where appropriate
Information that is not shared
Personal reflections or disclosures
Detailed coaching conversations
Sensitive workplace discussions
Anything discussed in confidence during a session
Confidentiality arrangements are agreed upfront as part of the coaching agreement and align with professional coaching ethics and standards.
Case study: From Overwhelm to Clarity
Client: Emerging leader in a national organisation
Challenge
Feeling overwhelmed by competing priorities, organisational change and stakeholder demands, the client wanted practical tools to navigate complexity and build confidence as a leader.
Focus
Leadership confidence, stakeholder management, communication, prioritisation and career clarity.
Outcome
Over six months, the client developed practical strategies for managing competing demands, communicating more effectively with senior stakeholders and making decisions with greater confidence. They reported feeling less overwhelmed, clearer about their priorities and better equipped to determine their next career steps. The client rated the coaching experience 10/10.
"Looking back over the six months, I can see how far I have come from feeling stuck,
overwhelmed and unsure of my direction."
Investment
Every coaching engagement is tailored to the needs of the leader and organisation.
Factors such as programme length, stakeholder involvement and the number of leaders being coached will influence the scope and investment required.
Book a 15-minute intro call to discuss your needs and explore what would be most valuable for your organisation.
Looking for support at team level?
Leadership coaching is powerful for individuals. For teams and larger groups, I also offer leadership workshops and keynote presentations on communication, clarity and leadership.
Let’s talk about what your leaders need
Whether you're exploring coaching for a new manager, a high-potential leader or someone navigating a challenging period, I'd be happy to discuss your goals and recommend the most appropriate approach.
Need a proposal for internal approval? Get in touch and I'll provide a tailored recommendation and proposal.