People contact me when something important has become difficult.
Sometimes there is conflict. Sometimes there are competing interests. Sometimes communication has broken down. Sometimes people simply need help finding a way forward.
Every situation is different. My role is to understand what is happening, identify the issues that matter most, and help people move towards practical outcomes.
The process may involve mediation, facilitation, determination, structured dialogue, stakeholder engagement or decision-making support. The important question is not which process is used. The important question is what is most likely to help people make progress.
Helping organisations address workplace conflict, difficult conversations, leadership challenges, grievances, team issues and organisational change.
For more than 20 years I have worked with organisations to improve workplace culture, leadership capability and organisational performance. This work has included developing and introducing innovative diagnostic and change-management tools that help organisations understand how people work together and identify opportunities for improvement.
My experience includes organisational transformation, executive development, leadership agility research and workplace change initiatives in both New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
I am currently developing AI-assisted tools designed to help organisations prepare for difficult conversations, improve communication and support more effective workplace resolution
Supporting boards, trustees, governance groups and leadership teams to work through difficult issues, improve communication and make effective decisions.
Assisting businesses, business partners and commercial organisations to resolve disputes and maintain productive working relationships.
Supporting families and separating couples to address issues respectfully and reach practical outcomes.
Facilitating discussions involving communities, interest groups, local authorities and stakeholders where there are competing views and interests.