Colette is a trusted advisor in times of change and opportunity for individuals looking to start a career, pivot into a new career, advance within their current career, or “explore’ their passion.
Colette is a trusted advisor in times of change and opportunity for individuals looking to start a career, pivot into a new career, advance within their current career, or “explore’ their passion.
Colette has dedicated herself to supporting the professional development and success of clients and colleagues for 30 years. Her strength is her ability to hire, develop people, and lead teams, she provides support and clarity throughout the career journey. Colette brings her business acumen, intellectually vibrant approach, and customized solutions to ensure each client’s success. As an HR executive with organizational leadership experience, Colette brings strategic insight to her clients. Her industry experience is global and diverse; professional services, financial services, not-for-profit, private equity, retail and maritime include Deutsch Bank/Bankers Trust, ABN AMRO, Misys, Mitsubishi USA, Arthur Andersen, Cardiovascular Research Foundation, and Eagle Bulk Shipping. Colette has conducted countless interviews and advised hiring managers on the candidate selection process or hired directly at every level of diverse organizations. Her experience coaching hiring managers and candidates provide unique insight into what decision-makers are looking for.
I listen, get to know and engage the client, hands-on, positive support.
I help senior leaders navigate the corporate landscape of leadership with advisory and coaching. I am passionate and committed to combining the best science on transformational leadership with tips, assessments and coaching techniques to motivate anyone to step up and lead.
-To understand how the individual contributor role fits within the strategic value proposition and the broader organization. -To understand the cascading impact of the role on other functions and how and when to partner. -Encourage the individual contributor not to be isolated and stay connected within the organization.
I have coached people at all stages of their careers and lives, understanding that promotions in the first 3-5 years are a reflection of personal skill, expertise, and production, and the next phase is about people, managing, being part of a team, yours and the broader organization. The learning curve for a new manager involves effective communication, delegation, motivating staff, and transferring knowledge.