Helping ambitious managers become confident, credible leaders
Because "You're great, you'll be fine" isn't a development strategy
Leadership isn't complicated. But that doesn't mean it's easy
Maybe you're seeing some of this happening?
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You thought leaders were ready when you promoted them but they haven't quite stepped up in the way you expected
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They're great at the operational stuff but you need to see more evidence of a strategic approach and commercial thinking
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They're enthusiastic and positive, but you want them to show you they have the courage to say what needs to be said (rather than what feels comfortable)
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They're trying to do too much themselves rather than getting more from their team
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They get stuff done, but only by working late day in, day out. You need them to find a more sustainable way to lead
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You know they have potential and you still believe in them, but you've realised a bit of extra support could go a long way
Back in my 20s, that was me. Well most of it... I've always been good with saying what needs to be said...
Hi, I’m Jacqui. I’m a coach now but back in my late 20s I was that high flyer in a fast growing, founder led SME and I know how it feels. Promoted to my first director role, I was managing former peers, developing my identity as a leader, managing remote teams for the first time and taking on new areas of responsibility
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I understand how people who are outwardly confident can feel daunted by the challenge of such a big step up, and how without that support the risk is the golden boy or girl can topple from their pedestal
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Talent is way too precious to waste, especially in an SME. and my work as The Practical Leadership Coach is all about supporting and inspiring leaders to be at their best and to have the impact you need them to have
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Why me?
In simple terms? Because I get it, and you.
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My background spans senior roles across Operations, HR and L&D and industry wise I've had experience in financial services, retail, hospitality and engineering
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I've been in and around founder led businesses for most of my employed career and it's where I love to be. I'm just as turned off by the stifling nature, slow pace and formality of big corporates as my clients are
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Sure I've got the qualifications (ICF accredited certificates in coaching and team coaching, and an I'm an accredited EQi 2.0 practitioner)
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But for my clients, it's my cut to the chase approach and willingness to challenge their thinking that they value more than the pieces of paper I've collected along the way
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I've been described as the Queen of Simplification 👑 because I much prefer things to be simple, memorable and easy to use. Complex might sound clever but what's the point if you can't remember it?
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And (of course), practical is the theme that runs through everything I do. Kind of goes with the name The Practical Leadership Coach
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If you're after leadership development and I sound like your kind of person, book a virtual cuppa and let's chat
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