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A developmental coaching approach

Not all leadership coaching is created equal. While performance coaching is often narrow in focus, development coaching tackles the whole person, increasing your capacity to embrace complexity and challenge.

When we grow developmentally we change the cognitive structure of our brains, helping to broaden our self-identity, making us more adaptable, creative and increasing our ability to see multiple perspectives.

I take a holistic, solution focused, evidence-based approach to improve performance and wellbeing. And that’s because I believe that true growth and behaviour change can only occur when coaching addresses both. Together we can identify your strengths, values, what matters most to you, as well as challenging any unhelpful beliefs or assumptions that might be holding you back.

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Tailor-made for you

Think about the leaders that inspire you. No doubt each has their own unique style.

That’s why an ‘off the shelf’ approach just doesn’t work when it comes to leadership coaching. You will have specific unique coaching needs. Together we develop a brand of leadership that’s truly yours and realise your leadership potential.

A select few

I only work with a small number of clients at any given time. This enables me to bring my best to our working relationship.

Working across every sector

Information Technology
Professional Services
Consulting
Finance
Insurance
Energy
Education

Sales
Communications
Media Relations
Advertising
Government
Pharmaceuticals
Manufacturing

Food production
Beauty
Operations
Health
ehealth / Public health
Not For Profit

If not now, when?

I’ve helped countless leaders find their true voice, from those starting their leadership journey to those in ‘C’ Suite.

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

A developmental coaching approach

Not all leadership coaching is created equal. While performance coaching is often narrow in focus, development coaching tackles the whole person, increasing your capacity to embrace complexity and challenge.

Tailor-made for you

A select few

Working across every sector

If not now, when?

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.