NEWSLETTER FOR NOVEMBER 2008

Coach of the Month - November

Name

Deena De Vries-Jones

Works For

HCD UK

Business Background

Accountant many years ago in the US......in more recent times....... HR background with large, global FMCG for last 10+ years. I ran the internal coaching network and Leadership Development and Change Management Projects.

What Inspired You to go Into coaching?

Several years ago I was having coaching conversations with my HR team during a transitional phase. I saw what a drastic difference it made within people.

Your Qualifications & Training

I am currently obtaining my Advanced Coaching Diploma through the Academy of Executive Coaching. Prior to that, several courses through Asia Works, Interaction and University of Middlesex. I have over 700 hours of coaching experience with a diversity of people from Fast Track Graduates to Senior Regional VP’s in Europe, Asia and Africa.

Specialist Areas of Coaching

Behavioural and Transitional

Greatest Coaching Moment

When a global leader bared his true self to his team during a team workshop and they said for the first time in two years that he had their support going forward.

What is Your Future Vision for Your Coaching?

Seeing companies support and recognise the benefit of coaching at more levels – it is not just for senior leaders anymore!

Your Philosophy

A saying from Henry David Thoreau....If a man does not keep pace with his companions perhaps it is because he hears the beat of a different drummer, let him step to the music he hears however measured or far away. Find what one does best – and exploit it to the fullest – it is the differences in people in which true strength lies.

What Is the Most Important Question You Are Asking Yourself Right Now?

How much is the probable recession going to set back development of people and cause an even bigger rift in business?