We drew on executive coaching strengths tests (e.g. Strengthscope, Myers-Briggs) to develop a SWOT analysis of the client's qualities and communication style. At TCC we hold psychometric tests lightly - they can be valuable and insightful, but can also be a manifestation of a client's inaccurate core beliefs, and/or the result of someone's original strength become distorted into unconscious barrier to progression (e.g. an ability to be directive and influence others can be perceived by others as overcontrolling or manipulative).

We used Attachment Theory from psychodynamic psychotherapy to understand how our early life experiences influence our relationships in the 'here and now'. Practiced developing new ways of communicating, particularly around uncertainty, trust, and perceived conflict and rejection.

Neuroscience - emotional regulation tools and techniques for managing stress and anger triggers (the Fight, Flight of Freeze), including healthy activation of the parasympathetic nervous system (e.g. mindfulness)

Executive coaching tools (Circles of Control, Action Priority/Urgent Important matrix, Fishbone model) boosted the client's ability to use time and energy wisely, and communicate strategically and influentially.

The client found the psychotherapeutic models Transactional Analysis and the Drama Triangle useful for understanding how particular habits manifested in himself, enabling him to develop new behavioural habits.

Finally, CBT tools and techniques empowered the client with evidence-based strategies to support him to think, react and respond differently during challenging moments, enhancing his self-belief and self-esteem.