Coaching Success

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

"I'll admit ... I was reluctant to consider I would gain much new thinking from a few assessment tools and some executive coaching. But, I am glad to have experienced the LEAD leadership coaching program. The structure of the coaching dialogues gave me new perspectives of my own leadership style which allowed me to adjust my communication for more effective conversations with staff. Having this "self-knowledge," along with the tools and worksheets from the program, offers me a roadmap to becoming an even stronger leader."

— Todd C, Executive Director

"The LEAD leadership coaching program was tremendously helpful, and I feel that it was the best thing my co-leader and I could have hoped for. I am so grateful to my company for investing in both of us. I learned a lot about identifying both the strengths and weaknesses of others and my own as well. I also feel more confident in sharing my own frustrations and being more open to communication even if it’s uncomfortable. I know that I am good leader. I want to continue to grow my leadership strength with this company and this program has put me on a path to do so."

— Nancy L, Director of Nursing

"Without hesitation, I can say that I have gained personal insight and added to my leadership toolkit as a result of the LEAD leadership coaching program. The learning that took place inside the coaching conversations was especially helpful. These dialogues were relevant to my role as Chief Financial Officer and offered several opportunities for me to consider how best to utilize my professional strengths to benefit myself and others in the workplace. I feel better prepared and more confident to tackle our challenges strategically, with awareness and optimism."

— Gregg J, CFO

“As a director in our organization, responsible for employees and the efficiency of our pharmacy function, I need to continually grow relationship effectiveness within our team through to those outside our department who we interact with on a daily basis. Armed with the information provided by the assessment reports I gained an awareness of my key strengths, professional values and my own preferences for communicating. Through the coaching process, I began to understand how my strengths, behaviors and communication style play out in our day-to-day operations. The L.E.A.D. program allowed me to stand back, take stock, and create new approaches for leading my group. I continue to be energized by the program’s ongoing monthly interaction with my peer leaders which sustains our learning. I’m a stronger, more impactful leader as a result of this leadership coaching program.”

— Deb K, Director of Pharmacy

"I offered a “thanks” to my boss for noticing my recent positive attitude adjustment. Some weeks back, I was really disappointed when a coworker gave notice that she was leaving the company. I appreciated the opportunity to talk with Barb. She helped me recognize what I value in a work environment so I could put forth effort to change the things I have the power to change. It’s great to release the negative energy and embrace the positives and try to swing the pendulum toward happy. I’m back!”

— Michele N, Senior Insurance Specialist

“During the coaching process, I found myself starting to connect with my
co-leaders more directly. Following the coaching process, we began our monthly meetings which have connected me even closer to them. I find we are more open in our conversations. We recognize shared issues, consider available options, and understand our own unique abilities for dealing with situations. I walk out of the meetings more confident knowing I have leadership partners I can count on.”

— Jeanne C, Underwriting Manager