Challenge:

Joanne was experiencing a significant pressure at work that led her to feel more and more exhausted, disengaged and as if she was failing at her role. She didn’t feel productive enough in spite of her long working hours. With her family, she could snap at her husband or her son out of frustration and tiredness. Joanne has always set high standards for herself and others. She struggled to balance her work and personal life effectively, leading to period of burnouts and decreased well-being. This impacted her ability to set a clear vision and development path for her team as well as lead a loving family life. She wasn’t happy with herself.

Coaching Approach:

The coaching focused on building self-awareness, identifying triggers for stress and developing personalized strategies for self-care for improved productivity and life fulfillment.

• Initial Assessment: The coach used an initial questionnaire and a self-care assessment to gain insights into Joanne’s personality, strengths and areas for development. 

• Self-Awareness: The coaching process helped Joanne understand how her perfectionistic tendencies and aversion to conflict were contributing to her stress and low productivity. 

• Boundary Setting: Joanne learned to recognize her physical and mental boundaries and to proactively manage her workload and expectations. 

• Self-Care Strategies: The coach worked with Joanne to develop a toolbox of personalized self-care strategies, including mindfulness techniques, physical activity and time management skills. 

• Stress Management: The coaching helped Joanne identify triggers for stress and develop techniques to manage negative thoughts and emotions. 

Outcomes:

Through the coaching process, Joanne experienced significant improvement in her well-being and leadership skills. 

• Reduced Stress and Burnout: Joanne reported feeling less stressed, more energetic and less prone to burnout. She was able to regulate her emotions better, especially during high-stress situations. 

• Improved Work-Life Balance: She was able to create a healthier work/life balance, prioritize her self-care and set firm yet compassionate boundaries. 

• Enhanced Leadership Skills: Joanne reported feeling more confident, assertive and better equipped to manage her team effectively. 

• Increased Self-Awareness: Joanne gained a deeper understanding of her own strengths and weaknesses, enabling her to think clearly and make more informed decisions. 

Key Takeaways:

• Self-care is not selfish; it is essential for effective leadership and well-being. 

• Personalized coaching can help executives and team managers develop self-awareness, set boundaries and implement effective self-care strategies. 

• By investing in their own well-being, executives can improve their performance, enhance their leadership skills and create the life they want.