Our Mission
Our mission is to be a joyful catalyst for our clients who are striving to unlock their untapped potential with energy, purpose and meaning.
Nanette Matys, Principal, is based in Toronto, Canada.
Nanette is a seasoned professional coach with more than 25 years business experience serving in senior executive roles, and 15 years delivering in-house, and private coaching.
A graduate of the University of Toronto, Nanette received her coach accreditation at the Adler School of Professional Coaching and has significant expertise in coaching business leaders and practicing professionals.
Her applied expertise in business strategy, marketing, business development, change management, practice development, retirement planning, succession planning and relationship management makes her a unique ally to practitioners, senior executives and founders seeking knowledgeable support outside their organizations.
Nanette has a particular interest in coaching neurodiverse people who need support to break through workplace or career barriers. She has expertise coaching people who are gifted, people with ADHD, and others who show up differently in the world.
She is also passionate about her work coaching younger adults, and people in the performing arts or creative professions.
Coaching is a relationship where the spotlight is always on you
COACHING IS ALL ABOUT YOU
Picture a space where the focus is solely on you - a non-judgmental, supportive relationship, dedicated to helping you uncover your aspirations and guiding you towards them.
Coaching offers a unique relationship, where every conversation revolves around you and your goals.
It serves as a catalyst, empowering you to define what truly matters, strategize how to attain it, and stay on course.
EMPOWERING THE NEURODIVERSE
An ally to people who think differently
We stand as allies to individuals who possess diverse ways of thinking. Our coaching system is attuned to the challenges faced by those with both visible and hidden brain differences, offering a welcoming space for adults with ADHD, as well as those who are gifted, talented, and 2e.
Coaching for adults with ADHD
Many of our clients have mastered concealing the impact of their brain differences on their performance. Whether exhibiting mild traits or carrying a formal diagnosis of ADHD, these individuals may find themselves navigating challenges in interpersonal interactions, time management, expectation management, task prioritization, impulse control, distraction management, motivation, and activation. Despite their capabilities, ADHD can significantly hinder their ability to consistently deliver desired results in their professional roles.
Coaching for adults who are Gifted, Talented and 2e
Our clients, often labeled as gifted, talented, or 2e, may experience heightened levels of burnout, stress, and anxiety due to their unique intellectual, perceptual, and behavioral differences. These distinctions sometimes lead to negative perceptions from peers, fostering feelings of isolation and loneliness. Additionally, their behaviors may inadvertently lead to self-sabotage and reduced productivity, despite their exceptional abilities.
The right coaching, tailored to specific needs, can serve as a powerful resource for leaders and individuals grappling with hidden disabilities, offering invaluable support and guidance precisely when it's needed most.
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REDISCOVER YOUR CREATIVITY AND RESOURCEFULNESS
The Thirsty Crow
Aesop’s Fable, The Crow and The Pitcher
“In a spell of dry weather, when the birds could find very little to drink, a thirsty crow found a pitcher with a little water in it. But the pitcher was high and had a narrow neck, and no matter how they tried, the crow could not reach the water. The poor thing felt as if they must die of thirst.
Then an idea came to the crow. Picking up some small pebbles, they dropped them into the pitcher one by one. With each pebble the water rose a little higher until at last it was near enough so they could drink.
In a pinch a good use of our wits may help us out.”
Maryland sculptor Pati Stajcar’s “Aesop’s Fable”. “Through this sculpture I aim to remind people of the importance of ingenuity and adaptability…”.