Grow with Jan Taylor Coaching
Become the leader you want to be
My aim is to help school leaders like you
Are you ...
... a new leader? If so, then I can help you define and gain clarity about your role. We will work together to identify your strengths and look at ways to apply these in your areas of responsibility. Through working together I can help you build the confidence and self-awareness needed in establishing yourself as a leader within your team. We will identify the tools you need to influence others and lead your team successfully so that you add value to your organisation and have an impact. We will also create a strategic plan for your growth so that you can become the leader you want to be!
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... an aspiring or emerging leader? If so, then I can support your decision making about the steps needed to take you into the next stage of your leadership journey. As above, working with me will help you to identify your strengths and support you in developing the confidence to succeed, whether this is for a promotion or just a change in role. Together we will work to identify what's right for you so that you can become the leader you want to be!
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... a more experienced leader? If this is you, then working with me can help you to define your leadership, align your values with those of your organisation and help you gain greater clarity and focus for your goals. It may be that you are feeling overwhelmed, overworked and undervalued and if this is the case then a chat with me can offer that supportive and confidential space to enable you to offload. Sessions will empower you to take decisive action, help you build your team around you and lead successfully from the front and within your team. Become the leader you want to be!
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... a leader who wishes to strengthen a team? I can work with individuals within a team to recognise the skills they bring to the organisation. We will work to identify and align both the individuals' and the teams' values and look at ways to develop individuals so that they quickly add value to your organisation and become the leaders you wish to grow.
If any of these leaders are you and you would like to ask me a question or discuss what working with me would be like, then schedule a consultation with me today.
Coaching Services
Supporting Your Success
You may be grappling with leadership challenges. You may feel overwhelmed and burdened by self-doubt that is preventing you from being the leader you want to be. You may feel you need to develop a new sense of purpose and confidence to achieve your goals. All these feelings are normal and probably felt by every leader at some point in their career.
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You have made that first step in looking at my website and you may be considering if coaching is right for you.
I aim to provide coaching services that give you the tools for success to enable you to be the leader you want to be.
In addition to 1-on-1 consultations, I also host group programmes for those who are interested in developing their leadership within a group setting and wish to network with likeminded others.
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Occasionally, I also host workshops on specific areas of leadership.
For all services, email support is provided between sessions so that you never feel alone.
One to one coaching Session
Guidance, Support, Challenge & Inspiration
There are three types of leaders that can benefit from one to one coaching:
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New leaders need time and investment to enable them to grow into their role. They need to develop the confidence and presence to lead and manage effectively.
Emerging leaders need to be provided with the opportunities for growth if an organisation’s aims are to be sustained long term.
Existing leaders can benefit from support in their leadership journey. They need to be given the resources to continue to grow as leaders, be resilient and remain part of a strong team so that they continue to add value and impact on their organisation.
All leaders need a confidential and safe space to offload and reflect on the multitude of challenges they face.
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Research shows that having a coach can greatly benefit any individual in the workplace and accelerate their growth, whilst also adding value to the organisation (quickly)! So if this is you, or you feel that someone in your team would benefit then book a free discovery call with me and we can discuss how we can work together.
New leaders coaching and networking group
Be the leader you want to be
An online group for new, emerging and existing leaders who want to connect and work with a coach on issues that are common to leadership:
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Making the transition to leadership
Value driven leadership
Leading v managing
Effective communication
Overcoming workplace conflict
Creating and leading effective teams
Developing leadership presence
Managing workload and prioritising
Emotional intelligence
Difficult conversations
Building resilience
Well-being and self-care
Recent clients have given the following benefits of being part of a group coaching programme:
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It’s been extremely valuable. You get to speak with like-minded people and really think about ways to develop your own leadership skills.
It made me reflect on my next steps and the kind of leader I want to be.
I’ve gained increased confidence since being in the group. It was also helpful to listen to other leaders in similar positions feeling the same way i.e. imposter syndrome.
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The new 12 week programme commences 2nd November 2023.
Please get in touch with me to find out more and to book a place.
School leaders' well-being group
Support & well-being
A free group for head teachers who wish to discuss issues with other like-minded individuals in a safe and confidential space.
Having the opportunity to talk with others can help individuals to gain greater clarity, see a pathway forwards and help with looking after own well-being.
Whatever you’re struggling with, I’m here to help you achieve your goals. Contact me to find out more.
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Jan Taylor
Learn More About Me
Trusted Coaching Professional
I am an experienced and qualified coach with a proven track record of working with a range of individuals and in a range of settings to successfully deliver one to one and team coaching.
I am a member of the Institute of Leadership and Management and gained my qualification in Executive Coaching and Mentoring at the British School of Coaching. I have vast experience of coaching leaders in education in the UK as well as coaching individuals in education and other professions worldwide.
One of my favourite things about being a Head Teacher of a very successful primary school was seeing the growth of my team; their individual strengths coming to the fore and their motivation to enact change, influence others and seek continued improvement.
Since leaving my post to follow my passion for coaching, I have helped many clients become the leader they want to be.
Through a tailored programme of support I have helped them create a defined vision for their leadership, gain clarity over their role and develop the confidence, self-belief and empowerment to lead others successfully and be part of a strong team.
Let me help you learn and develop better ways to handle the issues that are standing in the way of your goals, become the leader you want to be and add value to your organisation.
Get in touch today to see what I can do for you.
John C. Maxwell
“If you want to lead you need to grow. Good leaders are always good learners."