Organization & Leadership Team Coaching

"I believe that (Cara's) services are important for any business that has employees who are working hard toward building excellence and rely on each other to meet those goals. A worthwhile investment that we will all benefit from!"

Tim E.

"Working with Cara was a wonderful investment of our time and resources. After feeling disconnected due to working remotely for 18 months and with new faces joining our organization, Cara helped us to reconnect with ourselves and each other. We better understand our own strengths in addition to those of our teammates. I can't wait to see how we use this shared language and understanding in the future to be more connected and effective in our work."

Jennifer P.

"I've got to be honest; I was a little skeptical about this assessment when it was first given to me to complete. I've always been a little leery about these kinds of things. However, I was delightfully surprised at how much I enjoyed it, and how much I learned about myself. Cara presented information and got folks excited about this endeavor with expert ease. That's a real gift. I'm excited to use this knowledge in future efforts, both personal and professional. I only wish I had had this in previous jobs!"

"Cara was very open to helping everyone in our group. Those who'd done CliftonStrengths© before were challenged to go further. Those who were new to the concepts were carefully introduced to the concepts and the help they could provide. It was great to go through the information in one-on-one coaching sessions and then follow up as a group because we got to learn from those around us as we watched and listened to how they were processing the information in relation to their own experiences."

Matthew S.

"Cara brought humility, grace, and empathy into our space, and in turn brought it out in each of us. This training has led me to pursue more time for myself in reviewing and appreciating my personal strengths!"

"Cara did a great job holding space for our team to process all of our thoughts."

Max F.

"I am excited to have a greater understanding of the diversity of strengths that make up our team. Cara was a thoughtful facilitator and the activities she led us through opened up really thoughtful conversation among the participants."

Mary H.

Why center attention on teams and culture?

When employees and teams are engaged, the numbers speak for themselves...

Source: Gallup State of the Global Workplace 2025 Report

81%

lower absenteeism

18%

higher productivity

23%

higher profitability

Strengthening Teams Through Clarity, Trust, and Shared Language

Healthy teams don’t happen by accident.

They are built through thoughtful leadership, clear communication, and a shared understanding of how people do their best work together.

Tutum Leadership Coaching partners with organizations to support team connection, leadership capacity, and day-to-day effectiveness - using a strengths-based, human-centered approach.

This work is practical, relational, and grounded in real organizational life.

Teamwork, the one thing that makes a positive difference to organisations, provided it is effective. I help teams measure how effective their teamwork is, as I’m a team-building expert and international conference speaker.

What this work supports

Organizations often reach out when they want to:

- strengthen communication across roles or departments
- rebuild trust after growth, change, or turnover
- support leaders who are carrying a lot of responsibility
- create a shared leadership language that sticks
- move from reactive problem-solving to intentional collaboration

Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, we focus on what’s actually happening inside your team - and what will make the greatest difference moving forward.

A Strengths-Based Foundation

At the core of this work is CliftonStrengths®, combined with psychological safety, emotional intelligence, and systems awareness.

This approach helps teams:
- recognize and value different working styles
- reduce miscommunication and unnecessary friction
- build trust through understanding
- increase confidence and clarity in decision-making
- shift from assumption to curiosity

Strengths become a shared language - not a label - that supports everyday collaboration.

Team Development & Facilitation

Support may include:
- CliftonStrengths® assessments and team debriefs
- facilitated conversations to strengthen communication and trust
- leadership development workshops
- support navigating change, growth, or transition
- reflective practices that help teams slow down and realign

Engagements can be offered as:
- single workshops or retreats
- short-term initiatives
- ongoing coaching partnerships

All work is customized to your organization’s size, culture, and goals.

Who this work is for

This work is a strong fit for organizations that:
- care about people and performance
- value reflection alongside results
- want leadership practices that are sustainable
- are open to learning and growth as a team

This may not be the right fit for organizations seeking quick fixes, surface-level engagement, or compliance-based training.

What clients often notice

Teams often report:
- clearer communication and expectations
- increased understanding across roles
- greater confidence in leadership and collaboration
- improved trust and psychological safety
- a stronger sense of shared purpose

The work is designed to support progress that feels grounded - not forced.

Why is Leadership Development important?

Employees need compelling and clear leadership.

Source: Gallup State of the Global Workplace 2025 Report

1 in 5

employees strongly agree they’re managed in a way that motivates great performance

28 to 34%

Manager wellbeing rises from 28% to 34% with training

28 to 50%

Manager wellbeing rises from 28% to 50% when it’s paired with ongoing coaching and encouragement

"I believe that anyone could benefit from working with Cara. However, in order to gain something from this experience, you must be willing to be vulnerable and open to ideas about yourself and how you act on an everyday basis."

Gary C.

"Cara is a passionate coach who takes great pride in bringing a safe learning environment to teams. She is well-versed in the power of Clifton Strengths and offered prompts to encourage participants to think outside the box and grow personally and professionally."

Lindsay M.

"I really enjoyed using the Strengths Assessment as a lens for personal understanding and team growth. Cara did a fantastic job at both creating a safe environment and effectively communicating useful information."

Tyler W.

"There was a perfect balance between understanding yourself and understanding how your team works. I can't wait to implement these practices with our team."

Laine S.

"Working with Cara was awakening. Seeing how passionate she is about her job and the work she does motivated me to truly dig deep into my strengths so I can be the best version of me, so I can show up for me and others, each and every day."

Alyn V.

"Cara has become integral to our efforts to have both staff and board better understand each other. CliftonStrengths discussions have become part of our culture. Each new staff and board member does the assessment with Cara's capable guidance. Individuals have shared with me how the insights have improved their interactions with others in the organization."

"Cara has really helped me learn a lot about myself through her work, to give myself some grace, and shine light on where my strengths are. Her CliftonStrengths and coaching are great for any work culture. Highly recommend!"