Jossie Hianes, leadership coach for women in tech, is sitting on a chair, talking with a group of women about leadership. She is gesturing with her hands as she speaks.

My approach to leadercoaching

Hi Reader,

I recently had somebody sign up as a new client and they said the reason they really wanted to work with me as a leadership coach is they wanted to work with somebody who:
✨ is a woman in tech
✨ had been an executive
✨ understood the challenges that engineers face at that executive level

Sounds like me ✅ (still getting to know me? You can read my bio here)

She also wanted to work with me because she completely resonated with what I have on my website and really loved the part about coaching the whole human.

I have spent hundreds of hours coaching leaders, most of those coaching women in tech.
The way I do this is authentically me.


My approach is practical, kind, non-judgmental, and action-oriented.


What does that look like for a leadership coach?


1️⃣ You’ll receive what I call “loving accountability.”


This means that we’ll have the hard conversations and you’ll receive direct feedback but always with a kind, non-judgmental attitude. Coaching is about growth and growth can be uncomfortable. That’s why you need someone in your corner who helps you go there with empathy.


2️⃣ I coach the whole human.


You know, work and life are intertwined and virtually inseparable. Therefore, no topic is “off the table” during our sessions. I had a client who recently improved the relationship with her mother immensely through our work together, and while it wasn’t our main focus, it was a beautiful added benefit that has enriched the client’s life immensely.


3️⃣ I focus on action.


Mindset is truly the golden key but without action, I find it’s not all that useful. We can read incredible books but without implementation, those good ideas don’t impact others. So our focus will be the practical insights that move the needle and get you feeling and performing better, so you can:



  • Retain your talent

  • Improve engagement and morale

  • Do more effective project planning

  • Launch and build things on time

  • Communicate technical concepts to non-technical folks

  • Lead with empathy

  • Manage yourself more effectively

  • Keep yourself from burning out

  • Advance your career

  • Build inclusive teams


If this resonates with you, I am so glad you’re here. Your presence is so welcome.

If you think this may be the time for you to make the brave choice of working with a leadership coach, reply to this email. I’ll respond to you personally, with zero pressure.

Cheers,


Jossie
Your Guide to Success in Tech Leadership




P.S. I often help clients secure funding for coaching from their companies. This can be part of our discussion if it’s helpful.