What others say
“This has been so useful for the whole leadership team we want to continue”
– Suzanne Owen, Principal, Oasis Academy Warndon, Worcester
“Chris' approach is marked by care, presence and deep human connection...he creates space for others to be truly seen, heard & believed in.”
– Clair Shipway, Associate Principal, Alcester Grammar School
"Without hesitation, I recommend Chris as a wise, skilled and sensitive coach."
- Chris Seaton, Educational Leadership Consultant
My commitment:
- A safe & ethical approach - I abide by the EMCC Code of Ethics & access regular support & CPD
- Attentive to how you are as a whole person, listening so you feel seen, heard & understood
- Flexible timing - usually 45-60 min sessions
- Allowing next steps to emerge from the process
“Christopher has a deep understanding of change and transition...his empathic support and knowledge helped our team move through a difficult transition in a way which is right for us..." - Ruth Broome, Birmingham Education Partnership
"Genuine impact where it really matters most.” – Clive Sentance, former AGS Principal, South Warwickshire
1 to 1 Coaching for Leaders
For executives & leaders at all levels...
- Straight forward participation: agreeing a timeframe of working together, face to face or online;
- Focused on what matters for you in your leadership role;
- Development-focused (not performance-based);
- Coaching approach based on the 10 components of a ‘Thinking Environment’.
“With a new team forming during the chaos of the pandemic, I needed to get everyone focused on what mattered and establish my credibility as a leader. I couldn’t have done this without the coaching. The team has gone from strength to strength” – Sarah O., Principal, Primary School
Senior Practitioner EMCC, DBS checked, professionally supervised and insured, and abiding fully by the EMCC Code of Ethics.
What wants to open up for you?
"The Flow Framework: From Interference to Insight"
Offering interactive workshops to support creativity and collaboration:
- The Flow Framework* illuminates where people get stuck ("interference") and what blocks their creativity
- it surface limiting assumptions and offers liberating alternatives
- it promotes awareness-based next steps leading to less stress and strain, and greater creativity and collaboration
- Benefits? reduces isolation; improves collaboration; shifts assumptions; prevents wasted time & effort; resolves internal conflict faster; catalyses new ideas...
*The Flow Framework is protected by copyright © C.Spriggs 2023
“It was awesome to get these guys! They were on our wavelength, understood the problems and gave my staff a mental lift” – Gill R., Head teacher, London
“Really positive. I am delighted with the results. So many staff got so much – thank you!” – Miriam Donnan, Principal, Mitchell House School, Belfast
Reach out if you would like to find out more: christopher @ headsupnow.uk
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