Executive Coaching Case Studies

LG is a senior manager within the Operations division of a European Investment Bank.  The coaching focused on her becoming recognized as a member of the senior leadership team and developing her confidence to take the business onto the global platform.  Her increased level of self-confidence and greater awareness of her impact on others enabled her to become regarded as a key member of the leadership team and increased her profile across the business.  Her newly defined strategy for improving her effectiveness and relationship skills resulted in her taking the business proposition onto the global platform.

AK is an Executive Director within a US Investment Bank.  The coaching focused on her making the transition into a global leadership role.   With her increased knowledge of communication style and preferences, she was able to see situations from new perspectives.  Developing a bold vision and mutually agreed set of values for the department her team to take responsibility and a greater sense of purpose in achieving their aspirations.

BT is an HR Director within a large Utilities organization.  The coaching focused on developing his personal brand and influencing skills at the senior leadership level.  BT increased his profile to become firmly on the radar and a trusted partner of the Head of the Division.  He developed strategies to overcome identified blocks which had previously limited him.  He was given a new business area to lead and is recognized as a core member of both the senior HR team and the business leadership team.

 

JT is a partner and member of the leadership team for a large actuarial team within a global consultancy.  The coaching focused on developing his leadership to sustain the premier position of the actuarial practice, developing both the business and its people.  His increased self awareness of leadership and communication style enabled him to ‘let go’ and empower his team to become more pro-active and effective at maintaining and winning new clients.  His newly defined vision of success for the business and its people engaged his team to grow and sustain their position in the market.

What Clients Say

"The coaching relationship I undertook with Jane Adshead-Grant has been of tremendous value to me both professionally and personally.  Jane's ability to challenge in a sincere, non-threatening way and to stretch my thinking beyond its comfort zone has enabled me to achieve the clarity, strength and self-belief needed to face difficult situations both in the work place and also in my personal relationships.  I would encourage anyone to give Jane the opportunity to enable them to achieve their "all.”  

EMEA Communications Manager, Global Software Company

"I feel there have been some clear and specific positive results from the coaching as well as a more general increase in my assurance in the role, all which benefit the firm.”       

Practice Head, Global Actuarial Consultancy

"I guess my management "style" prior to the coaching sessions was very much "if it feels right it probably is right" - not very scientific I know! Post-coaching, I now try to "stand back" and look at things a little more objectively and modify my approach accordingly. Having looked back at the initial issues that were discussed at the outset, I feel that we have made significant strides to resolving these objectives"      

Head of Campaign Centre, HCM Consultancy

“Since working with Jane I feel that I have benefited tremendously, there are a couple of areas where my coaching has been particularly beneficial, notably managing staff in difficult situations where she assisted me with ways of approaching these situations using various techniques and ideas.  In addition she has helped me improve my participation at large forums giving me guidance on ways of overcoming my problems in this area and improving my self confidence.  I would describe Jane's style of coaching as participative, interactive and thought provoking.  I have found her very helpful in stimulating me to ask myself the right questions and helping me think about situations from different angles to try to overcome an issue. “

Head of Collective Funds, Global Investment Bank

 

"During my career I have been fortunate enough to benefit from Leadership coaching and have acted as a mentor for others, but only recently had the opportunity to work with a career coach. Jane Adshead-Grant and I have worked together for a few months now, meeting on a weekly basis to discuss my key characteristics, skills and attributes, explore future career goals and perfect my "sales pitch". The support Jane has given me has involved general discussions, psychometric testing, coaching, advice, "role play" interviews and reviewing draft applications. Jane has also given me frank and honest feedback when requested. Jane's HR background and experience at senior levels within an Investment Bank have been invaluable as she is attuned to the market, employers and interview processes. I have found the last few months very beneficial - it has helped keep me focused, positive and to take control of my career."            

Programme Director, Global Retail Bank

 "I was at a point in my career where I wasn't sure if I was able to move forward to a more challenging role or if I would be happier staying in the same role.  The techniques Jane used really helped me to develop an appreciation of my skills and capabilities and she helped me focus on what I wanted from my next career move.  Jane's extremely good questioning skills and techniques made it possible for me to move to a position where I was able to make a decision about my next career move. Jane helped me focus on my next career move and take on an amazing opportunity.  Thank you so much." 

HR Specialist, International Law Firm

"Jane is an excellent coach.  She combines a very supportive style with helpful challenge, and gives objective and valuable feedback.  The coaching sessions I had with Jane helped me to prioritise what is impotant in my career and my personal life, and to come to some really invaluable insights.  This was due to her very client-focused approach and ability to get to the important issues quickly.  Looking back, I can see how much it made a difference to me, and continues to do so.  I would definitely recommend her."      

Senior Consultant, International Management Consultancy