Coaching and consultancy
We help unlock change and potential for individuals and organisations. We understand that life is complicated and your situation is unique.
We get that life’s messy
Many of us start out with big shiny goals. But the unpredictability and messiness of life can get in the way of achieving them. Life doesn't happen in a bubble. Our dreams and daily lives are influenced by people and events around us, and we have multiple roles and priorities that compete for our attention and time.
This complexity is part of modern life. Rather than offer simple solutions or promote unrealistic expectations, we work with the reality of your situation to help you navigate through the noise towards your desired outcome at work or in life.
These are the types of questions our clients bring to coaching:
What am I doing? And where am I going?
How can I increase my confidence and stop overthinking?
How can I improve my work/life balance?
How can I improve work relationships and my communication style?
How can I change my leadership style to meet the demands of my new job?
How can I successfully make a life, role or career transition?
What we do
We work with you to:
develop your individual potential, performance and impact
navigate the challenges created by uncertainty, complexity and rapid change
remove obstacles that may be getting in the way of change
bust imposter syndrome and self-doubt and boost self-belief
unhook from rigid patterns that no longer serve you
overcome overwhelm.
We work with organisations to:
develop authentic leaders so they can create a positive and sustainable ‘ripple effect’ that supports individuals, teams and the world we live in.
Individual coaching sessions
Coaching helps you to unlock change and realise your full potential. It’s a partnership between coach and client to raise awareness, think the unthinkable and find new ways of working that are right for you.
Coaching can transform both your work and your life.
Many of our clients know they want to change something or feel that life has something more to offer, but don’t know what that is or where to start.
We are happy to talk about your situation and how we can help you.
Leadership programs & workshops
We co-design and deliver bespoke workshops and leadership development and coaching programs that:
align with your culture, vision and the needs of your people
are relevant and practical
develop leaders and build their coaching capabilities so they can create a positive and sustainable ‘ripple effect’ that supports individuals, teams and the business
support positive team and organisational cultures and the skills and resources of employees.
How we are different:
We set out to create change that lasts, rather than just curate a nice day out for your people.
We believe those changes happen by working with people in your organisation who influence others.
We take the time to get to the heart of what you’d like to see happen, and then work with you — the people who know your organisation best — to achieve that outcome.
What our clients say
I went to Lauren looking for the basics of finding a job. She gave me that help in spades and also gave me tools to feel more balanced about where the job hunt fits into my life. Lauren hones in on the nub of the issue and is incredibly encouraging and supportive. I feel happier, stronger and clearer in my thinking. Even my kids have noticed the change. After wasting time and money elsewhere, that is a big deal. Working with Lauren really was a gentle, powerful nudge to stand back and see the big picture in a healthy, realistic way.
— Senior lawyer
Fiona has a natural ability to engage, connect and deeply listen to her coaching clients. With an appropriate mix of empathy and challenge, she asked thought provoking questions that helped me to deeply reflect and challenge my preconceived ideas. Our sessions were deeply rewarding. Fiona helped me to become more comfortable with my career and life choices and clarify my priorities for the coming months.
— Senior executive and Board member
Bindi worked with me to restore my confidence. She used a suite of tools and techniques through our time together and at no time did it feel formulaic. She coached with strength, compassion and challenge. I would 100% recommend Bindi to support you through career challenges and for career clarity and extend a heartfelt thanks for her support.
— CEO and Business founder, media
I was at a turning point in my career but I felt overwhelmed and completely stuck. Coaching with Lauren helped me ignore unhelpful opinions and self-talk about what I thought I 'should' do. I learnt how to identify what was truly important to me and what I really valued. Lauren really listened to me, gently pushed me to be honest with myself, and showed great empathy and insight.
— Journalist
About us
We are pragmatic, curious and driven to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients.
We take a psychological approach to coaching. This means we use practical evidence-based approaches and the latest leadership thinking to understand what helps or hinders performance — at both an individual, group and systemic level.
We’ll give you tools and strategies that you can apply immediately.
Our senior leadership experience in the legal, media, government and NGO sectors means we understand the pressures of modern working life and the benefits that come with the ability to embrace constant change.
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Lauren Finestone
MSc (Coaching Psych), BA, LLB (Hons), Accredited Organisational Coach
Lauren is passionate about supporting others to achieve the changes and outcomes they most want to see in their personal and work lives and in their organisations.
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Bindi Newman
MSc (Coaching Psych), Accredited Organisational Coach (Adv. Coaching Practice)
Bindi combines a creative, supportive and practical approach with her expertise in strategic partnerships, leadership and coaching psychology to help her clients navigate challenge and realise their potential.
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Fiona Russell
MSc (Coaching Psych), BBus (Human Resources), BSc
Fiona is driven by a desire to help others succeed - in life, work and relationships. She is passionate about improving her clients lives and believes coaching delivered with empathy and honesty can make a real difference.
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Lauren helped me to delve beneath my problem and discover what was really holding me back. By shining a light on my unconscious behaviour I have been able to make changes that have been positive for my team and reenergised my outlook on my role as a leader. I wish I had found you sooner! Thank you
Senior Manager, HR
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Bindi is patient, warm and an extremely knowledgeable coach who has helped me to challenge some of the unhelpful patterns of thinking that limited my career progression, and shift towards a growth mindset. Working with Bindi had given me some much needed time to reflect, as well as arming me with practical strategies to ensure my next steps align with my values and goals.
Communications Manager, Media
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Fiona is an immensely supportive coach, making you feel at ease to be your authentic self. Having Fiona in my corner has been an integral part of my success in transitioning back to the workforce, and finding a work/life flow that is enabling me to thrive on both a personal and professional level.
HR Executive, Global Insurance Organisation
