I’m a Coach.
I help first-time Executives to navigate firsts and thrive in their role.
My coaching approach is based on a depth-oriented, always-on, trusted relationship.
I’ve been a first-time exec in a startup with over $100m in funding so understand some of the challenges.
It’s as much about who you are and want to be, as it is about the firsts you’re navigating.
I’m there to support as and when needed - some clients send me board or pitch decks for feedback, involve me in key hiring decisions, or simply use me as a sounding board after a tough day.
It means that I become an extension of you and your team (as much as you want me to).
You can read more about my beliefs around coaching in The Coaching Manual.
How does it work?
I work with purpose-driven, first-time Executives for a minimum 6 month commitment.
Format
We’ll set up a regular cadence of sessions - 60-90 minutes every 2 weeks is a common starting point.
I will send detailed email summaries and resources as a followup.
Outside of those sessions I believe in an always-on approach so I’m there to support as needed. I’ve recently had clients call me after a conflict with a fellow exec; a challenging performance review; and off the back of letting people in their team go.
Approach:
I believe that the most effective coaching finds a balance between issues and topics that arise in the moment, and the bigger picture themes that permeate life and work.
To begin with we’ll typically focus on better understanding you and identifying some of those big themes. That comes through our conversations but there’s also the option for me to do 360 reviews in your org, and even speak to close friends and family if you wish.
We’ll agree on purpose and outcomes.
We’ll discuss the different ways we could work together on those themes.
We’ll experiment together with different tools, methods and ways of being to find what works for you over time.
Sometimes you might just want some space to decompress and mentally unpack a bit and that’s fine too!
My style of coaching is holistic and informed by my own experience as a product exec in high-growth startups; coach training in areas of neuroscience, behaviour change, therapy and organisational systems; years of teaching yoga and meditation; and first hand experience of coaching a diverse portfolio of founders & execs. You can learn more about me here.
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Client spotlight
Hear from Annie about her coaching journey over the 12 months we’ve worked together, from exited Founder to navigating new career chapters.