Ruth Elliot looking seriously at the camera

Meet your coach:

I’m passionate about working with emerging and established female leaders so that they can realise their full potential at work and beyond.

After all we bring the whole of ourselves to work.

Before becoming a Coach, I had a successful career as a leader working across both private and public sectors in Australia and the United Kingdom working in a variety of roles in Health, eHealth, Academia and Information Technology arenas. This experience gave me a deep understanding of the challenges faced, when working in fast-paced, innovative environments.

At 31, I was new to Australia and very ambitious. Then I suffered a serious debilitating injury. The experience forced me make positive changes to how I lived and worked.

Sadly for years I have seen and experienced many unhealthy and toxic behaviours in the workplace. Leaders (I was one of them!) overwhelmed, thrown in the deep-end, doing their best with little support and expected to 'just get on with it'. I decided I wanted to be part of the solution rather than merely complaining about the problem. So I left my career in IT and went back to study.

I have a Master’s degree in Coaching Psychology* and over 10 years experience coaching an array of leaders from mid management to ‘C’ suite from diverse organisations and backgrounds. I combine both the art and science of coaching. I draw from robust theories of adult development and the behavioural sciences, only using interventions and approaches that have a strong evidence base. In 2024 I also qualified as a Mindful Self Compassion teacher. With this as a strong foundation, I honour your authentic inner voice and your own unique creative expression.

*The definition of Coaching Psychology is ‘the systematic application of behavioural science to the enhancement of life experiences, work performance, the wellbeing and potential of individuals, groups and organisations.’ (Australian Psychological Society, IGCP, 2020).

Key message about my credentials and experience

I have over 10 years coaching experience working with leaders, am trained in adult development and the behavioural sciences with a MSc in Coaching Psychology and also have expertise in Positive Psychology (the science of wellbeing). I use proven evidence-based approaches to coaching, whilst also tapping into your own uniqueness. I am credentialed by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and have accreditations in a number of globally respected tools including the Leadership Circle Profile and The Strengths Profile.

I am a member of several professional bodies including the New Zealand Association of Positive Psychology (NZAPP), International Society of Coaching Psychology (ISCP), European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA). I have also served on the Executive Team of The New Zealand Association of Positive Psychology (NZAPP).

My international coaching credentials and business & leadership experience have helped me become a highly effective leadership coach.

Interested in finding your true voice?

Let’s Work Together

Ruth has made a significant impact on my understanding of how I lead and, more importantly, the leader I want to be.

Sarah G, Managing Director, Devonport Chocolates
Meeting Ruth has been life changing. I came out of our 6-month coaching programme feeling comfortable in my own skin with a strong desire to test my limits. I now and forever will continue to use what I have learnt in our sessions in the rest of my life’s journey. This is something I will always treasure and be so thankful that I did to make my life richer.

Alex Tran, Head of Analytics & Insights, Woolworths Group
I was amazed at how many of the answers were already there. I just needed Ruth to ask the right questions.

Felicity, Senior Leader, Fonterra
The coaching process was often challenging and at times quite testing however it was always delivered with great care and patience and the outcome was far more than I could ever have imagined. I am a far better person and leader as a result.

Tim Knight, Senior Sales Leader
I was recovering from a bit of burnout and my past routines and behaviours needed to change. Ruth provided a safe place for me to have an open dialogue with unbiased professional support.

Sara M, Auckland
Ruth opened my eyes to what I could believe in and strive for. Her knowledge and passion in her profession was obvious but it was backed up by her fabulously insightful and calm manner. She is an amazing leadership coach.

Victoria Walker, Director Channels, NSW Health
I loved the way your session revealed strengths I didn't fully understand I had, plus helped me realise, rationalise and respond to my weaknesses.

Tee M, Leader, IT, Auckland
Ruth is truly everything you would need from a coach; she is genuinely caring, passionate about your growth, holds you accountable and encourages you to press on with the work needed to achieve your coaching goals. Perhaps best of all, Ruth is able to swiftly pivot when needed, adapting a session to give you the coaching you need at that time, whilst keeping you on the path towards your goals. I would recommend Ruth as a coach for anyone in leadership or looking to grow their career whilst maintaining their wellbeing.

Laura M
I went into coaching with Ruth post burnout and not having a full view on what good looked like. Ruth was able to guide my unsurity and ambiguity into focussed action and change all whilst being extremely empathetic and totally judgement free. My life is truly improved as a result of our coaching.

Rebecca Fox, Senior Leader

Meet your coach:

I’m passionate about working with emerging and established female leaders so that they can realise their full potential at work and beyond.

After all we bring the whole of ourselves to work.

Key message about my credentials and experience

Interested in finding your true voice?

Ruth has made a significant impact on my understanding of how I lead and, more importantly, the leader I want to be.

I was amazed at how many of the answers were already there. I just needed Ruth to ask the right questions.

The coaching process was often challenging and at times quite testing however it was always delivered with great care and patience and the outcome was far more than I could ever have imagined. I am a far better person and leader as a result.

I was recovering from a bit of burnout and my past routines and behaviours needed to change. Ruth provided a safe place for me to have an open dialogue with unbiased professional support.

Ruth opened my eyes to what I could believe in and strive for. Her knowledge and passion in her profession was obvious but it was backed up by her fabulously insightful and calm manner. She is an amazing leadership coach.

I loved the way your session revealed strengths I didn't fully understand I had, plus helped me realise, rationalise and respond to my weaknesses.

I went into coaching with Ruth post burnout and not having a full view on what good looked like. Ruth was able to guide my unsurity and ambiguity into focussed action and change all whilst being extremely empathetic and totally judgement free. My life is truly improved as a result of our coaching.