Coaching Product Managers
to new Horizons of Leadership
WHY COACHING?
Hi, I'm Jamie, a certified Coach and Product Manager with over a decade of experience.
I empower Product Managers to cultivate the optimal mindset for excellence, enabling them to lead with confidence, authenticity, and resilience. By developing this mindset, they can perform at their best in the role and establish sustainable practices to prevent or overcome burnout.
As a Product Manager, you face unique challenges such as dealing with high levels of ambiguity, navigating conflicts, being caught in the middle of office politics, having to say no to many people, and facing constant failure in the pursuit of success. The role can often feel lonely, and as a generalist, you may struggle with imposter syndrome. Product Management books often set high expectations, and if you feel you can't live up to them, it can lead to frustration, disappointment and self-doubt.
These challenges can leave you feeling stretched thin, depleted, and questioning your ability to excel. Many high-performing Product Managers struggle with maintaining the optimal mindset for sustained success and are at risk of burnout.
Coaching provides a confidential space to explore the limiting beliefs, thought patterns, and stressors specific to Product Management that contribute to burnout. Together, we'll clarify your professional aspirations and develop actionable strategies to achieve peak performance while maintaining your well-being. Coaching empowers you with the mental frameworks, emotional intelligence, and leadership development needed to excel as a Product Manager, inspire your teams, and prevent burnout.
Through our coaching journey, you'll learn to:
-
Develop confidence in your decision-making abilities, even in the face of ambiguity, reducing stress that can lead to burnout.
-
Cultivate a growth mindset, reframing Product Management challenges such as conflicts, politics, and failures as opportunities for growth and learning.
-
Build agency and emotional resilience to navigate the setbacks, rejections, and ever-changing demands inherent to the Product Manager role.
-
Leverage your unique strengths and values to lead and inspire your teams authentically, even when you feel like an imposter.
-
Reframe your relationship with the stressors unique to Product Management and develop a toolkit of resilience practices to thrive under the pressure of the role.
Leadership coaching shouldn't just be for the C-Suite. So whether you're a seasoned Product Manager looking to take your performance to the next level or a rising star seeking to master the mental game of product leadership while avoiding burnout, my coaching program will provide you with the tools, insights, and support tailored to the specific challenges of Product Management. Together, we'll work towards sustainable excellence in your role.
WHAT IS COACHING?
Think of coaching as having your personal UX researcher and strategist for your career and well-being. Just as you dive deep into understanding user needs and pain points, I help you clarify your goals, identify the obstacles holding you back, and unlock your full potential. Through discovery and experimentation, we'll navigate challenges with the same strategic insight and confidence you apply in product management. We'll define your career roadmap, identify the bugs and issues impeding your performance, and iterate on strategies to help you thrive.
Our partnership begins with a free introductory session, allowing us to ensure we're a good fit and that my coaching approach resonates with you. From there, we'll craft a tailored coaching program based on your unique goals and aspirations, available in 3, 6, or 12-month packages.
Typically, we meet every two weeks for 45-minute sessions, providing ample time to dive deep into your challenges and opportunities. These sessions are a safe space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences and gain new perspectives and insights.
BENEFITS OF COACHING
WHY CHOOSE ME AS YOUR COACH?
I'm a certified Coach with over a decade of experience as a Product Manager for top brands like Adidas, John Lewis, and EE; I've navigated the same path you're on, including confronting my burnout.
Some years ago, I started what seemed like my dream Product Management role, only to find myself exhausted and directionless a year later. Seeking coaching was transformative for me. It helped me recover and fundamentally shifted my understanding of success and fulfilment. I realized that genuine growth goes beyond professional skills and requires addressing the emotional barriers contributing to burnout. This realization helped me reclaim my passion for product management and formed the foundation of my coaching philosophy.
I believe in your inherent potential; you are creative, resourceful, and whole. You don't need fixing but rather empathetic guidance and strategic support to navigate the obstacles in your path.
My coaching approach is designed to go beyond burnout recovery; it aims to empower you to make courageous decisions and reignite your passion for your career and life.
Drawing from my extensive product management experience, I integrate the latest in technology and artificial intelligence into our sessions. This modern approach enhances our coaching by helping you visualize and clarify your goals and aspirations.
My unique blend of personal experience, deep emotional insight, and technological expertise provides you with a path to lasting success and fulfilment.
Testimonials
What my clients say about me
Feeling completely lost, my confidence was at an all-time low. I frequently found myself overwhelmed by tears at work, questioning why I even wanted to be a Product Manager. Coaching with Jamie was a beacon of hope. He said, 'Let's redefine success on your terms,' and we did. I've since learned that my job doesn't define my whole identity, and that gave me the freedom to step into my leadership role with more relaxed confidence. I've grown immensely, finding a better version of myself, both at work and beyond.
Product Manager, Adidas
I learned so much about myself through Jamie's coaching and feel I have a new outlook on work. Jamie is a professional through and through. He was incredibly supportive, and it’s clear he is passionate about helping people. If you’re struggling and feeling trapped like I was I highly recommend working with Jamie to take back control of your life.
Product Manager, John Lewis
When I started coaching, I was overworked and disconnected myself - I was stuck. Jamie's coaching gave me the time and space to focus on what truly mattered. He guided me through a transition to a role where I could achieve the work-life balance I really needed. I realized that 'It's about aligning your career with your life, not the other way around,' this is just one of the eureka moments I had in coaching with Jamie, and it's been a cornerstone of my newfound balance.
Product Manager, EE
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes your coaching approach unique for
Product Managers?
Q: How long does a typical coaching engagement last?
A: My coaching approach is tailored specifically for the challenges faced by Product Managers. As a PM myself, I deeply understand the complexities of the role. I combine this firsthand experience with my coaching expertise to provide a unique perspective and actionable strategies. My approach integrates the latest in technology and AI to help you visualize and clarify your goals, setting it apart from traditional coaching methods.
A: The length of a coaching engagement varies based on your individual needs and goals. I offer coaching packages in 3, 6, or 12-month durations. We'll typically meet every two weeks for 45-minute sessions, providing ample time to dive deep into your challenges and make meaningful progress. The duration of your coaching journey will be tailored to your specific situation and objectives.
Q: What if I'm not based in Amsterdam?
Can I still work with you?
Q: Can coaching help me even if I'm not sure I want
to continue as a Product Manager?
A: Yes, I offer online coaching sessions, so you can work with me no matter where you're located. We'll use secure video conferencing platforms to connect for our sessions, providing the same level of engagement and support as in-person meetings. Whether you're in Amsterdam or anywhere else in the world, we can work together to achieve your coaching goals.
A: Absolutely. Coaching is a powerful tool for gaining clarity and direction in your career, whether you choose to continue as a Product Manager or explore new paths. If you're at a crossroads in your career, coaching can help you identify your values, strengths, and aspirations, guiding you towards a fulfilling professional future. We'll work together to explore your options and develop a plan that aligns with your authentic self.
Let's chat about what you need
I love to have a virtual coffee with new potential clients – it's an informal opportunity to connect and discover if we're a good fit for a transformative coaching journey together.
It will be a chance for you to get to know me and for you to tell your story about what brings you to coaching. You can also ask questions about what to expect from coaching and how to book a sample coaching session to get a taste of what coaching can provide for you.
So, please grab a cup of your favourite brew, and let's have a chat that could potentially set the stage for an incredible journey of growth and success.