About me

Dr Christel Fourie

I have worked as a senior psychologist, consultant and coach in assessing and developing talent for global brands such as HP, Swiss Re and BHP Billiton, at for-purpose organisations internationally and leading South African clients such as Nedbank and FNB.  My career started in South Africa more than 20 years ago, I lived in Japan for almost six years and now live in the United Kingdom.

I have coached C-suite clients, mid- to senior leaders and professionals.  The coaching agendas have included helping individuals to optimise performance in a current role, stretching to fulfil requirements of a new role, working with cultural adjustment, dealing with imposter syndrome, navigating career crossroads, supporting returners after a career break and ‘holding up the mirror’ to individuals at risk of derailing.

Coaching often starts with the simple question: ‘What’s possible now?’

It is a practical and orienteering question that considers all the current realities facing the individual and also informs the roadmap for what can be achieved. I adapt the way the coaching works to the individual. The most important factor is to be attentive and work with whatever a person brings with them into a session. Where appropriate, I incorporate assessments to raise self-awareness or fast track the coaching conversation.

My interest in coaching flowed from extensive work in leadership development and 360° feedback. Clients were keen to go beyond personal development plans and it was clear that they were looking for support that would bring about behavioural change. I completed coach training with a strong practical component in 2005 and my D.Phil degree, which I obtained in 2016, focused on how effective leadership shapes organisational culture.

Areas that I can typically help with:

Leadership development and executive coaching

Improving performance by addressing strengths and development areas

Dealing with challenges, relationships and stressors

Career transition coaching to navigate the change

Returning to work and women returner coaching to guide the process of restarting after an extended career break

Assessments to improve self-insight

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Chemistry is important. I therefore offer a free initial telephone conversation to discuss your needs and how I could help.

This helps me to understand your expectations and, importantly, gives you the opportunity to decide whether the approach can work for you.

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