Professional background
Has worked in several NGOs, mainly in West Africa. Today in Dakar with a Norwegian organisation
Personal circumstances
Married, one 9-year-old child living in London with the mother
His story
“Until recently, I was ‘only‘ a coordinator. So I always had someone to guide me. I am now responsible for all programmes, and my direct manager is in Europe.“
Purpose of coaching
“How can I manage employees who, until recently, were on the same hierarchical level as me? What should I do or not do to establish myself as a new leader?“
Professional background
After studying hydraulic engineering, she worked in the private sector and then in the field with the GIZ. Started in a new organisation just one month ago
Personal circumstances
Single, without children
Her story
“Since taking up my new position in the field, I‘ve had difficulties making my voice heard by my manager, who supervises the programme from Switzerland. I communicate with her by e-mail and Skype. Our interactions are strained.“
Purpose of coaching
“We do not share the same vision of our programme objectives and priorities. Is it due to a different work culture, or a problem of personal chemistry? How can this be remedied?“
Professional background
Specialised in environmental sciences, has been working for the same organisation for 4 years, and finds her work as stimulating as ever
Personal circumstances
Is considering having children, her partner is going to Asia for one year as part of his PhD
Her story
“I‘d like to accompany my partner for six months and return to work afterwards. I‘m also considering starting a family but am concerned about the negative effects on my career.“
Purpose of coaching
“I‘d like to prepare for a meeting with my boss to discuss the possibility of a sabbatical leave. I also want to clarify my medium-term career goals and consider continuing education.“
There is often no perfect, logical solution for difficult situations. Our coaches are committed to supporting you in your search for sustainable solutions tailored to your individual situation. This is the only way you will be able to achieve your full potential.
“Providing support to professionals in changing their own perspectives and helping them to reconnect with themselves – this is what we do in our coaching activity.“
“During a coaching session, we analyse the situation and create a space for new possibilities. Sometimes they are the result of a change of perspective, sometimes of (self-)reflection, sometimes of questions that we hadn‘t asked ourselves before. I support the person in their creative search for ways to strengthen their capacity for action.“
“Creating a space of trust, even if we are far from Switzerland. This makes it possible to address professional, intercultural or work-life balance concerns and try to resolve them together. I accompany individuals in finding positive and creative solutions.“
“What we perceive as a problem or obstacle is often a symptom that absorbs our attention. Clarifying a situation as a whole, understanding our own role and reactions as well as others‘ points of view, changes the shape and dimensions of the obstacle or question we are asking ourselves.“
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