Both productivity and innovation require the ability of every member of a team to give and receive feedback with ease. But they also require an environment of trust.

Coaching a work team is a unique and challenging opportunity.  The team must trust the coach at all times to do what is in their best interest. I have worked with many teams who are under a great deal of stress to achieve important goals or to come together quickly as a cohesive unit.

The first issue that I work on is the team vision and to answer questions like:  what do they need to achieve, who are they, how do they want to be seen, how do they want to work together? Once we are able to get clarity on their vision, the tasks seem to fall in place with greater ease. From there, we begin to understand how they will work together differently. 

When a team comes together, with cohesion and clarity, team members produce great results, and enjoy their work.

"I was fortunate to have Ann as my coach as I was starting in a new management position.  I appreciated Ann’s practical advice and her insightful questions which led me to increased self awareness, greater focus and productivity.  She helped me clarify my goals and build new skills. "

– Director, Banking sector