Dublin Chamber

The Grey Matters Network and the Dublin Chamber of Commerce are partnering to offer Chamber members a comprehensive coaching & mentoring programme at a discounted rate.

The Grey Matters Network coaching and mentoring panel is the largest in Ireland.  We can therefore offer Chamber members the opportunity to choose a coach/mentor that will suit your particular of interest.

Our certified coaches and mentors also uniquely have extensive experience in Operations roles in many functions and sectors and can therefore provide highly informed support to Chamber members.

This new programme is very timely as many businesses emerge from the effects of the pandemic on their business, and their workforce.

The programme will consist of a package of one-to-one business coaching or mentoring sessions as outlined below.

It is a unique opportunity for members of Dublin Chamber to avail of a coaching or mentoring session at an exclusive discounted package with an experienced coach/mentor.

Our Services

  • Executive Coaching
  • One to one or Team
  • Team Effectiveness
  • New leader coaching
  • Career transition
  • Team development
  • Merger and acquisition integration
  • Performance management

Testimonials

Paul’s years of experience, sensitivity and sincerity were always reflected in his questions, which were well judged and led to very enlightening moments, often about habits developed over many years.

Susan was a pleasure to work with on our social media campaign. She has boundless energy and drive which comes across in a helpful and personable manner. Her knowledge of her subject matter is excellent and her commitment to transfer this knowledge is second to none. I would have no hesitation in recommending Susan.

The coaching sessions I had with Karen were the springboard I needed to make the change in my career. They made me focus more on the strengths and qualities I had to offer rather than allowing negative thoughts to block my ambition

”Brian who was so professional, enthusiastic and encouraging” “led the course in a constructive, relaxed and interactive manner”. “one to one coaching sessions were so specifically geared towards getting the best out me” “I felt the coaching gave me confidence to face the future with great positivity

John has a natural coaching disposition. Add to this his business, sports and academic skills and experience, and you have a very effective coach and mentor; trusted and respected by those he works with

Jamie is a superb coach and consultant with considerable depth of knowledge in many fields. His understanding of finance was of great benefit to our business and I would certainly recommend people to work with to our business and I would certainly recommend people to work with him to him to gain a greater understanding of all aspects of their businessgain a greater understanding of all aspects of their business.

Tony is an excellent leader who can quickly identify the overriding business requirement and establish the key resources/individuals required to achieve the required results. He has an excellent ability to formulate strong effective teams

Lynda initiated some really good exercises that helped me to learn a lot about myself both professionally and personally. I hope to carry on with the techniques and learnings beyond the time spent during coaching. As a Talent Manager she was pragmatic and enhanced business results. Her style is direct, not afraid to ask the uncomfortable questions!

I have worked with her on complex/sensitive matters, acquisitions, HR policy, employee wellbeing, large scale organisational restructuring/change management and leadership development programs. Aisling is comfortable working with senior level decision makers and provides expert HR thought leadership.

Aileen is an excellent executive coach and I would strongly recommend her, particularly for those moving into new and challenging senior roles as I was when I started with her. She coached me on how to manag e my new peers and how to not only present as my best self but get the best out of my peers also.

The Offer

Dublin Chamber Members Exclusive Package

The Grey Matters Network will provide 6 sessions of one to one coaching or mentoring sessions to members of Dublin Chamber who sign up. The experienced coach/mentor will be a member of the Grey Matters Network. The dates and times for each session will be agreed between the coach/mentor & the member. All of these sessions will be held remotely.

6 x Sessions (typically 1 per month remotely)

Inclusive of a Diagnostics Tool

Package

€1650

Dublin Chamber Members

10% discount

€1495

Advanced Payment

Additional 10% discount

€1336

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What the Chamber member can expect

We talk about Coaching AND Mentoring however they are in fact two quite different approaches.

A coach will work with you to help develop your self-awareness and to support you in your personal development. The methodology is based on well established practice. Our panel are qualified, certified and highly experienced in working with people at all levels in an organisation and every stage in their career. A coach will focus on individual or team development. The coach can help you or your team become more effective, address development opportunities, achieve personal career objectives and business objectives.

A mentor will bring their sectoral and functional experience to the table. A mentor will have extensive experience in working in organisations and will be able to share that experience with you. You will learn different approaches, methodologies, what works/what doesn’t, tips/tricks from a mentor.

Engagement Process

There are occasions where a coach is more appropriate than a mentor and vice versa. There are other occasions where a mixed approach is the more suitable approach.

The initial triage call will seek to identify the most appropriate approach and therefore the most suitable person to assign.

Steps
  1. Member expresses interest through Dublin Chamber of Commerce.
  2. Triage call with GMn Partner to determine requirement and coach/mentor profile.
  3. Coach/Mentors offered to member from which to choose.
  4. Member makes coach/mentor selection.
  5. Contract agreed between GMn and Member.
  6. Introduction of GMn coach/mentor to member
Typical Coaching/Mentoring approach
  1. Getting to know each other (Awareness) and establishing the objectives.
    1. Initial profiling, diagnostic/assessment, a tool may be used at this point.
    2. Debrief session. Identify and agree the objectives (areas for development/focus, this supports Awareness.
    3. Develop and agree the plan to address with the coachee/mentee – Action Plan will be measurable but dynamic so that it can be adjusted through the process if required.
    4. Agree learning, performance and outcomes desired.
    5. Set agenda for next session.
  2. Build from previous session, determine what the current concerns are and address.
    1. Review progress (performance) and outcomes against key objective/s
    2. Address areas of opportunity
  3. Build from previous session, determine what the current concerns are and address.
    1. Review progress (performance) and outcomes against key objective/s
    2. Address areas of opportunity
  4. Build from previous session, determine what the current concerns are and address.
    1. Review progress (performance) and outcomes against key objective/s
    2. Address areas of opportunity
  5. Build from previous session, determine what the current concerns are and address.
    1. Review progress (performance) and outcomes against key objective/s
    2. Address areas of opportunity
  6. Wrap up and debrief, Develop a sustaining plan.
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