beyond team building:
Transformative solutions for leadership and performance
Throughout a decade of experience working across various sectors, I have observed one tendency that derails the majority of teams: the temptation to prioritise the achievement of task outcomes above all else. Unfortunately, in most cases:
That’s why I offer team-based solutions informed by my background in workplace psychology to help new and established teams maximise their effectiveness and performance.
Working together, I will help your team to:
Synchronise their efforts by galvanising around a cohesive and engaging vision
Increase motivation and performance by establishing shared norms and values
Improve wellbeing by developing resilience and mental toughness
Minimise conflict by communicating with clarity and curiosity
Rebuild relationships by establishing skills for conflict resolution
The quality of relationships will affect the quality of task outcomes.
If your team …
❌ Is fragmented
❌ Struggles with conflict
❌ Is disconnected from its leader
❌ Feels there is lack of equity between roles
❌ Has a poor culture
❌ Has negative associations with feedback
And you want to …
✅ Foster knowledge sharing & creation
✅ Embed a learning culture
✅ Build trust & authenticity with your team
✅ Embrace diversity in all forms
✅ Resolve conflict proactively & productively
✅ Foster a team cohesion
Then this is for you
how it works
1
INQUIRE
Objective:
Understand the unique needs and challenges of the team.
Potential Activities:
✅ Conduct team surveys or interviews
✅ Facilitate open team forums
✅ Discuss team dynamics and patterns
Outcome:
A comprehensive understanding of team dynamics, pinpointing areas for improvement and growth.
2
ITERATE
Objective:
Develop a solution in iterative steps to ensure your guaranteed satisfaction.
Potential Activities:
✅ Collaborate in steps around design
✅ Implement trials where needed
✅ Gather feedback from relevant parties
Outcomes:
A tailored team-building solution uniquely refined to your needs.
3
IMPLEMENT
Objective:
Implement the finalised solution, including any agreed upon evaluation.
Activities:
✅ Deliver workshop, session, activity
✅ Monitor and assess progress
✅ Provide ongoing coaching support
Outcomes:
A transformed, cohesive team demonstrating improved performance, communication and alignment.
i’D LIKE TO …
BUILD A team charter
Establish a solid foundation for your team’s success with a customised Team Charter. We will collaboratively define team values, expectation and norms to foster a cohesive and aligned work environment.
TRAIN MY LEADERSHIP TEAM
Elevate the effectiveness of your leadership team with training sessions. Covering leadership skills, these programs empower your leaders to create a culture of trust, safety, innovation and performance.
DEVELOP Resilience
Strengthen your team’s ability to navigate challenges and thrive amidst uncertainty. Our resilience development program equips your team with strategies to deal with the stress and pressure of their roles.
EXPLORE team coaching
Dive into the transformative power of team coaching. This service organises a group around a goal and unsticks barriers to outcomes such as improved communication, conflict resolution and enhanced team dynamics.
ARTICULATE A Vision & strategy
Propel your team toward a shared vision of success. Through group facilitation, we will articulate a compelling vision and develop a strategic roadmap to ensure your team’s efforts are aligned towards a common, inspiring purpose.
EQUIP MY TEAM WITH NEW SKILLS
Equip your team with essential skills for success. From effective communication to problem-solving and innovation, we can build intangible ‘soft skills’ that will empower your team to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving business landscape.
What should you expect when working with me?
Other than my signature presence of lightheartedness coupled with unconditional empathy, respect and acceptance, all of the services I provide are grounded in three key principles:
Experiential
I am interested in changing behaviour. Restructuring unhelpful belief systems can be a part of that; however, there is no substitute for action. My approach relies heavily on the use of tools that create experiential learning. These can take the form of activities used within coaching sessions or workshops (e.g. visualisation, mindfulness practice, role play, etc.) or agreed upon behavioural experiments that occur outside of our time together.
Evidence Based
Many coaches and consultants lean heavily into fads and silver bullet solutions. My approach is grounded in an evidence-based framework to problem solving which incorporates current evidence, experience and your preferences in our our work together. This means you can rest easy knowing my methods are informed by a scientist-practitioner lens.
Action-Focused
One thing you will always receive from me is unconditional positive-regard but that’s not why you’re paying. I am highly action-focused and solution-oriented which is why we will identify and work actively towards the achievement of your goals. Our work will centre actively around addressing the barriers to your success and building your mental skills to increase your odds of ongoing outcomes.
Don’t take my word for it …
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Randy Hansen, Director - Mental Health & Wellness, BC EMERGENCY HEALTH SERVICE
“I went to Ilia because I was struggling to communicate effectively with one of my employees. Through his coaching, I came to understand how my values were impacting me during difficult conversations. Focusing on areas of control with my employees enabled me to keep my emotions in check, allowing me to respond rather than just react.”
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Emily Hamilton, Executive Director - Provincial Health Systems, Provincial Health Services Authority
“My sessions with Ilia are a mix of tough questions and the provision of advice and insights based on Ilia’s knowledge and experience. That balance is valuable to me. In particular, our work on values has been the biggest game changer for me. This understanding about myself has really helped bring clarity to who I am as a leader and what is important to me.”
