Approach

We help clients in asset management, software, and hospitality to achieve a consistent level of excellence aligned with their values. From a place of stability and strength they can identify their unique, persistent, and repeatable patterns of success and the tools to replicate and scale their wins.

  • Learn and incorporate the best science and analytics to create data informed process improvements.

  • Understand the impact of emotions and cognitive biases on decision making. A balanced mindset is a key to successful leadership.  

  • Build a consistent daily practice to reinforce healthy habits and develop targeted new skills.

Michael’s approach to coaching is informed by three areas of interest he has cultivated over many years.

  • In his 20+ years in the hedge fund and financial technology space he learned how to compete and achieve goals while working collaboratively and discovering win-win solutions to problems versus zero sum.  Energy is wasted and unique ideas are lost when leaders are too focused on others versus their own potential.  Work smart, be humble, and deeply understand your own skills and limitations.

  • As a master gardener, Michael has learned how to control what you can and be patient to allow plants to realize their potential. The natural world thrives when the conditions for growth are optimal;  people are no different.  When the environment is favorable for the individual’s style and approach, pro growth decisions are encouraged.  In strained or stressed environments clients are guided to build resilience, shed nonessential projects, and focus.  He helps leaders cultivate patience and learn how to delegate and trust their teams so results improve and no one feels the exhaustion from burnout.  Strong leaders set goals and culture, assess the environment relative to their skills, lead by example, and empower others.

  • In his meditation practice, Michael has deepened self awareness and connection so he can approach others with empathy and guide them on how to remain balanced during stress.  Volatile times can present opportunities for calm, clear-headed individuals. 

    The combination of creating a process advantage, solving for win-win when interacting with others, heightening self awareness, and fostering a balanced mindset are the pillars of his coaching methodology.