Avanade Accenture

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Frederique Dennison, a respected General Manager at Six Pivot, found herself questioning her own performance. The pressure she placed on herself began to impact her behaviour and undermine her confidence. The challenge was multifaceted: managing team performance, balancing the demands of her role, and maintaining her own well-being during uncertain times. She reached out to Vannessa McCamley for guidance and coaching to regain clarity and confidence.

“I was concerned about my own performance, and it was affecting how I led my team, my relationships with customers, and even my interactions at home. I knew something had to change.”

Frederique participated in a 90-Day Leadership Coaching Program that leveraged neuroscience-backed tools and brain-friendly strategies to empower her leadership transformation. Together with Vannessa, she identified the core skills to focus on and created a structured plan to address her challenges head-on. The program provided a balance of personal reflection, practical tools, and ongoing support to help Frederique align her personal and professional goals.

The approach included:

• PRISM Brain Mapping to identify Fred’s strengths and de-energizers, helping her gain clarity on her authentic leadership style.
• Tailored Coaching Sessions focusing on actionable insights to overcome obstacles and develop core leadership skills.
• Accountability Structures with detailed coaching reports after each session, ensuring clear next steps and alignment on goals.

Mindset Shifts to overcome fear, uncertainty, and self-doubt, empowering Frederique to lead with confidence.

The coaching program offered practical neuroscience-based strategies to help Frederique regain control and confidence in her leadership role. Through a combination of structured coaching, brain-friendly techniques, and self-reflection exercises, she was able to:

• Recognise and Harness Her Strengths through PRISM Brain Mapping, allowing her to lean into her authentic leadership style.
• Overcome the Imposter Monster by letting go of fear, doubts, and the need for perfection, giving her the clarity to lead authentically.
• Implement Brain Breaks and Journaling as tools for clarity and reflection, which helped her maintain focus and recharge throughout the day.

The program helped Frederique reposition her personal and professional goals and gave her the confidence to create space for reflection, tackle challenges head-on, and show up authentically in all areas of her life

The 90-Day Leadership Coaching Program was a game-changer for Frederique. By the end of the program, she had gained the confidence to let go of fear and step fully into her leadership role. She learned to use neuroscience-driven techniques to regulate her emotions, maintain clarity, and build more authentic relationships. Frederique’s team and customers noticed a remarkable difference in her leadership approach, resulting in stronger connections and improved performance.

“I now have the power to let go of fear and be the orchestrator of my destiny. It’s not about being perfect—it’s about showing up authentically and making progress every day. My relationships, both professional and personal, have transformed because of this mindset shift.”

Fred’s ability to create space for reflection and clarity—through techniques like journaling and running—allowed her to gain control of her time and energy, leading to a more balanced, fulfilling work-life integration.