Testimonials

Phanella is an excellent coach, with impressive credentials. She encourages a long-term perspective and has a warm, detailed and direct approach. She is a great help during a career decision-making process and I would enthusiastically recommend her.

Mwenya Kawesha

Chief of Staff, Logically

Phanella’s coaching sessions – quite literally – changed my life. I was feeling lost, unmotivated and sat in a cloud of self-doubt after having two very young children. We worked through my goals and identified my strengths and where my focus should lie. With Phanella’s coaching, I overcame imposter syndrome and landed a senior flexible role that works around my children. A million thank yous will never be enough!

Katherine Pinner

Group Head of Digital, The Devonshire Group

Phanella has had a huge impact on my ability to build my business. Before meeting her, I thought coaching was not for me. Her knowledge of business, practical advice and direct style is not at all what I expected but has given me huge clarity of thought and proven to be of significant value.

Robert L.

Managing Director, Large Property Company

Phanella is the first person I call when I need career advice. She is incredibly knowledgeable, thoughtful and reliable. Her range of experience means there’s never a question she can’t answer and I love her direct approach.

Dr Jessamy Hibberd

Clinical Psychologist & Author

Phanella took the time to truly understand my challenges and goals. I can honestly say the time with Phanella was incredibly effective. I’ve noticed huge positive changes, personally and professionally. My confidence is much higher and this has led to many other benefits. I would highly recommend anyone looking to improve their professional performance book a programme with Phanella.

David Woods

VP of Sales Global, WeArisma

I continually rave about you – how you approach and see situations so astutely, directly and rationally, your sharp focus and your clear direction. I just wanted to say thank you for the inspiration, it made me feel powerful and unapologetic. And I will carry that with me forever.

Tara Wilkinson

Director, Almeida Theatre

With Phanella’s help, we were able to come together as a group and identify what the issues were in the organisation, what it is that we as a group do to tackle those issues and take the ownership and understand that we had the agency to really tackle some of these issues,

Tayo Chipato

CFO, Ve Global

Phanella is a very insightful coach who has been a thoughtful, action-oriented and pragmatic sounding board. She takes a holistic approach and I have really valued and benefited from every conversation.

Eme Udoma-Herman

VP International Premium Products and Benefits, American Express

Phanella’s expertise and strategic guidance have been invaluable in my personal and professional development. Our work together has helped me understand my strengths and weaknesses in communication, assertiveness, work strategy, and organization. Phanella has provided me with tailored strategies to improve and build on these areas, significantly boosting my overall effectiveness and productivity…

Gabriel Altschuler

CTO

2:1 Coaching and Mediation

Our 2:1 coaching and mediation services are a unique and specialist offering.

Designed to facilitate transformative conversations between leaders, fostering collaboration and understanding in a way that elevates performance and nurtures relationships. We have deep experience combining our coaching, legal and mediation expertise and training to support clients to address complex dynamics within the leadership team, navigate conflict or seek alignment on strategic goals. Using a bespoke programme of 2:1 and 1:1 sessions, we create a confidential space for open dialogue. We have a proven record of helping pairs of leaders unlock new perspectives and build stronger partnerships, ultimately driving organisational success.

Our Approach

Our approach to 2:1 coaching and mediation – what we often call co-coaching – is rooted in a deep understanding of interpersonal dynamics, effective communication and workplace culture. We employ a range of methodologies tailored to the specific needs of the individuals involved, focusing on enhancing mutual understanding, refining leadership skills and resolving conflict.

Each session is uniquely crafted to address the challenges at hand, ensuring that the process is collaborative, psychologically safe and aligned with both parties’ objectives. Our goal is to create an environment where leaders can engage authentically, enhancing both personal and team effectiveness.

2:1 Coaching & Mediation: The Rationale

Leaders often seek 2:1 coaching and mediation when they find themselves at an impasse, facing challenges in collaboration, or needing to resolve differences in vision or approach. Examples of our successful co-coaching engagements include supporting a current and a new CEO to effect a successful succession transition, or helping corporate team leaders resolve a major inter-personal conflict to allow the team to function effectively.

This service is particularly beneficial for senior leaders managing cross-functional teams or partnerships, as it enables them to build trust and strengthen relationships. By engaging in this tailored coaching process, leaders can gain clarity, resolve conflict, enhance their communication skills and ultimately cultivate a more cohesive and high-performing team environment.

Our Results

To discuss the outcomes of our previous and current programmes and how we might be able to support you to achieve your organisational goals, just get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Our proven method for success

Explore

Together, we identify growth goals using psychometric tools, feedback, and open questioning, involving other stakeholders where appropriate. This exploration phase clearly evaluates your current impact and sets the foundation for our coaching journey.

Understand

With your goals in sight, we delve into your strengths and identify what is holding you back. Together, we develop new approaches that play to your capabilities and help you move towards your goals, including addressing blockers, managing relationships, and refining your leadership approach and public image.

Implement

Supported by a step-by-step development plan setting ambitious but achievable targets, you’ll have everything you need to achieve your strategic goals, improve your impact and feel happier and more fulfilled in your work.

Meet the Team

Louisa Harrison

Executive Coach

Alice Bromwich

Executive Coach & HR Advisor

Miles Pulver

Psychotherapist & Executive Coach

Nikki Swan

Executive Coach

Who we coach

C-Suite

Senior leaders looking to develop their leadership style, enhance their impact, and create a professional legacy in their work.

Leadership transition

Leaders moving into a new role or organisation who want to land with presence and strategic direction and be ready to deliver on their priorities.

Leadership style

Emerging or experienced leaders keen to develop their leadership style, work purposefully and build fulfilling, performance-led team cultures.

Transition to Partner/MD

A targeted series of sessions to support Director level coachees successfully navigate the Partner or MD promotion process.

Career

Individuals at all levels looking to gain clarity on their purpose, build resilience and confidence and create positive change in their professional futures.

As all our work is bespoke, we are always happy to have a conversation about how coaching might work for you or your organisation. Just get in touch to arrange an initial chat today.

Testimonials

Phanella is an excellent coach, with impressive credentials. She encourages a long-term perspective and has a warm, detailed and direct approach. She is a great help during a career decision-making process and I would enthusiastically recommend her.

Mwenya Kawesha

Chief of Staff, Logically

Phanella’s coaching sessions – quite literally – changed my life. I was feeling lost, unmotivated and sat in a cloud of self-doubt after having two very young children. We worked through my goals and identified my strengths and where my focus should lie. With Phanella’s coaching, I overcame imposter syndrome and landed a senior flexible role that works around my children. A million thank yous will never be enough!

Katherine Pinner

Group Head of Digital, The Devonshire Group

Phanella has had a huge impact on my ability to build my business. Before meeting her, I thought coaching was not for me. Her knowledge of business, practical advice and direct style is not at all what I expected but has given me huge clarity of thought and proven to be of significant value.

Robert L.

Managing Director, Large Property Company

Phanella is the first person I call when I need career advice. She is incredibly knowledgeable, thoughtful and reliable. Her range of experience means there’s never a question she can’t answer and I love her direct approach.

Dr Jessamy Hibberd

Clinical Psychologist & Author

Phanella took the time to truly understand my challenges and goals. I can honestly say the time with Phanella was incredibly effective. I’ve noticed huge positive changes, personally and professionally. My confidence is much higher and this has led to many other benefits. I would highly recommend anyone looking to improve their professional performance book a programme with Phanella.

David Woods

VP of Sales Global, WeArisma

I continually rave about you – how you approach and see situations so astutely, directly and rationally, your sharp focus and your clear direction. I just wanted to say thank you for the inspiration, it made me feel powerful and unapologetic. And I will carry that with me forever.

Tara Wilkinson

Director, Almeida Theatre

Working with Phanella has been amazing and really powerful for the business.

Jack Wearne

CEO, Ve Global

With Phanella’s help, we were able to come together as a group and identify what the issues were in the organisation, what it is that we as a group do to tackle those issues and take the ownership and understand that we had the agency to really tackle some of these issues,

Tayo Chipato

CFO, Ve Global

Phanella is a very insightful coach who has been a thoughtful, action-oriented and pragmatic sounding board. She takes a holistic approach and I have really valued and benefited from every conversation.

Eme Udoma-Herman

VP International Premium Products and Benefits, American Express

Phanella’s expertise and strategic guidance have been invaluable in my personal and professional development. Our work together has helped me understand my strengths and weaknesses in communication, assertiveness, work strategy, and organization. Phanella has provided me with tailored strategies to improve and build on these areas, significantly boosting my overall effectiveness and productivity…

Gabriel Altschuler

CTO

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