"I asked Hazel for help in 2020 to work on some gaps in my stakeholder management skills and understanding of New Zealand business etiquette - both recognised and hidden. I was clearly not getting something important. Over several sessions, Hazel not only addressed my problem statement directly with a variety of coaching techniques, but also proposed some tools for improving my self-awareness, which I used. These helped me tremendously. They provided me with a better understanding of how my inherent behavioural patterns can be perceived by others in the workplace, and where mismatches could be happening. I was then able to identify what changes I needed to make in my assessment of work situations, responses and actions.

As with any profound work this took time, but I am sure it would not have been possible without Hazel’s highly professional guidance and facilitation. Today, one year later I am reaping the fruits of our work in full and am very grateful to Hazel for all her effort and patience with me. It worked.

Not only is Hazel highly experienced and knowledgeable as a business coach, but she is inquisitive, methodical and comprehensive in her approach which worked very well for me. I would not hesitate to recommend Hazel to anyone who is striving for performance improvement and who is not afraid to push the boundaries of their comfort zone. But I also suspect Hazel will be able to find an approach that will work for you in any case!"