Experience

Using science-based approaches and leveraging years of experience, we help top executives at the likes of Google, Goldman Sachs, Publicis Groupe and the United Nations (UN), build emotional literacy and develop leadership skills to transform both their performance and relationships. Having worked with leaders from 100+ nationalities, we bring a truly international understanding and the ability to navigate and leverage cultural diversity.

We have personally witnessed the impact inspiring leadership can have on shaping company culture and growth, so we are here to help you create the magic that happens when leaders like yourself step into their purpose and power.

Expertise

A broad range of industry-leading qualifications give us credibility and a depth of knowledge that informs all our work.

We are Certified Professional Co-Active Coaches from the prestigious Co-Active Training Institute (CTI), and qualified Team & Systems Coaches from CRR Global - the only ICF-accredited relationship systems-based training for coaches.

This experiential expertise gives us the ability to skillfully read, understand and work with all the emotional aspects of relationship: Self, Other and Group.

“It is rare that you come across such a knowledgeable, professional and empathetic coach. She brings not just professionalism to her work but also knowledge of a wide array of business and leadership principles.”
Nelson Gayton — Strategic Advisor and Published Author

Energy

We bring an infectious enthusiasm to our work, creating a positive, safe, playful environment for curiosity and experiment, where anything seems possible. We push when required and support when needed, using provocation and humour, to build trust and inspire action.

“Transformational is the word that comes to mind when I think about the coaching work with Thouraya Sayess Coaching. I was particularly impressed by their constant enthusiasm and positive energy, and their commitment to transparency and actionable feedback.”
Alejandro Perez — Director, International Finance Organisation

Edge

Whether we are enabling top-team alignment, encouraging difficult conversations, or embedding a positive growth culture within the workplace, our insight, fearlessness and knowledge give us an edge. We will sharpen your focus to identify with laser-precision what is working and what needs your attention to deliver results on your highest priority projects.

Empathy

Irrespective of business area or level of seniority, at the centre of our work is the building of powerful, trusting relationships with fellow human beings. Helping others to cultivate and harness clarity, confidence and their own natural talents as leaders, has always been at the heart of our vision, guiding and nurturing growth in individuals, teams and organisations.

“Having been both in-house and external strategists, we know that People are the most critical and valuable resource to any organisation.”
— Thouraya Sayess