About Me
Welcome
Hi there, I’m Liz, a leadership and mindset coach based in Melbourne.
Leadership and mindset are definitely an inside job. They hold the keys to achieving success, fulfillment and feeling accomplished and valued in what you do. Who you are and how you show up, when you lead has an indelible impact on the people around you.
In saying all that, comparisonitis, overwhelm and imposter syndrome are among the most frequent reasons clients seek to work with me. I work with new and experienced leaders who just can’t seem to see their capabilities up close and so they begin to lose touch with their potential and who they want to become in their role, career and life. When you externalise who you and compare yourself to others it keeps you in slow mo, in that uncomfortable paradigm between ‘good and great’.
You deserve better and I can help
Working with clients and witnessing first-hand how they’ve overcome the obstacles and challenges that were in the way of them achieving their goals and leadership aspirations, is one of the most rewarding elements of my coaching practice. By tuning into and changing their mindset, building on their existing capabilities and playing to their strengths, I give them tools and resources they can tap into for the rest of their life.
Is this you?
- Are you feeling overwhelmed with all the responsibilities and deliverables you have in front of you?
- Are you struggling to establish and maintain strong and meaningful relationships with people in your team, senior management and industry?
- Have you lost touch with your goals and aspirations because you’ve put yourself last on your own list?
- Are you tired of showing up each day – unsure if what you do is even making a difference to anything or anyone?
There is a better way than continuing to feel your self-confidence literally drain out of you while self-doubt, apathy and indecision move in and take over. And I can help.
Different Ways to Work With Me
One on one coaching
Using proven neuroscience and coaching techniques, I tailor a suite of tools and resources specific to each client to help them clarify their purpose and develop a clear and compelling vision. Through this process they reconnect with and increase their self-confidence, improve on their strengths and talents so they can lead others with greater ease.
Small Group Coaching
Small group coaching for emerging and first time leaders helps them develop a confident and authentic leadership style. My program helps them to develop impactful communication techniques and building strong influential relationships inside and outside their organisations and industry.
Both these programs can be run independently by an individual client or in-house, customised to suit your cultural and business objectives.
Business and Industry Sectors I Work With
I work with a wide cross section of professional service-based organisations. However, I specialise in engineering consultancies, professional services, State Government and marketing and communications agencies.
Experience and Qualifications
My career spans more than 27 years in senior roles across both corporate and public sectors. I have experienced the challenges of prioritising a work life balance while carving out a career path and fulfilling multiple roles as mother, leader, sister, friend, partner and colleague.
I have successfully transitioned across four industry’s ranging from State Government through to retail and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) as well as professional services and hospitality. My experience lies principally in stakeholder management, marketing, project strategy and implementation.
I’m a Certified Level 2 Coach, a Certified High Performance Coach, Master Practitioner of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and DISC behavioural profiler. And a very long time ago I studied a Bachelor’s Degree in International Business majoring in Marketing and Communications.
When you're ready to talk about the next steps toward leadership in your career and life
Who Am I?
I’m a coach, mentor and speaker with more than 27 years across leading business sectors in Australia…and I’ve also enjoyed learning from life’s sweet spots, journeys and challenges.
I’m a glass half full kinda gal. A realist with a heavy dose of optimism and a no bullshit action taker. I’ve experienced pretty much everything life has to throw at you and my motto is and has always been – nothing will come my way that I know I can’t handle.
Drawn from my own experience and professional observations, my philosophy is that great leadership is based on a combination of professional knowledge, technical expertise and mastering the art of emotional intelligence. Regardless of what industry or organisation I’ve worked in, the leaders that have stood out and made an impact where those that were humans first with a clear vision that they were able to communicate in a way that I just couldn’t help but want to get on board.
Technical competence and professional experience will take you 60% of the way, the other 40% is down to who you are, how you show up – and how you inspire others whether they be peers or the team that reports to you. For too long I’ve worked with leaders who rest on their technical laurels, distance themselves behind their credentials and crazy calendars and you know, it just doesn’t cut it anymore. Leadership is about people.
Empowering yourself to lead authentically and with confidence requires a human centred approach. And that starts with you. The evidence-based approach I’ve developed is based in neuroscience, emotional intelligence and cutting edge coaching techniques to help leaders at any stage of their career sustain high performance while overcoming personal or professional challenges.
My mission is to provide my clients with the tools, techniques and practices to build self-trust, make better decisions and feel good about who they are and how they show up every day as the kind of leader they want to be
Let me help you to tap into your strengths; effectively manage the way you communicate in any situation; and feel at ease leading diverse teams across complex organisations, projects and business objectives.
What My Clients Say
"It was exactly what I needed."
"Liz’s calm, confident approach instantly made me feel that she was exactly what I needed. She has an ability to draw on all her skills and tailor a program just for me. She is an incredible listener and I felt an immediate benefit and looked forward to each and every session."
- Ali Jackson
"Liz had my back the whole time"
"Liz is one of the most considered consultants I have worked with. She draws on valuable insights from her vast experience across business and industry. Her approach is measured and applied with empathy and delicate skill."
- Lilit Chakman, Managing Director, CEA & Miltons Lawyers
"I am in control of my future"
"Liz is amazing at what she does, I worked with Liz to develop my why and my goals for the future and now I feel so in control and aware of where I want to go, She has an amazing talent in this space."
- Holly Otto, Sales Executive, Xero
"Working with Liz changed everything!"
"My journey with Liz was life changing! She opened my eyes and heart to my own agency and power. Guiding me through a series of activities to discover my internal beliefs and values. She listened and validated my feelings and thoughts at every twist and turn. She supported me to find and respect boundaries in myself and others. I can’t thank Liz enough for facilitating what I can only describe as a self-leadership growth spurt. I highly recommend working with her to discover your potential, and more than that, take it through to action. I feel more anchored and much better equipped to dive into the next chapter of my career."
- Rachel Astle , Policy Manager, Melbourne Water
"I rebooted my career"
"Liz delivers. I have never felt so empowered. With her support and guidance I have dissolved my fears and rebuilt the path to achieve my professional goals. Life changing."
- Kylee Netting, Team Leader Assessing Operations, Auto and General Insurance