Fuji Photo Film
	International Paper
	Kline Iron and Steel Company
	Roche Carolina
	Sonoco Products LTD
	The University System of Georgia

Coaching Success Stories

An executive without confidence or communication skills
A Director of Research & Development and Pilot Operations at a manufacturing facility was having difficulty precisely communicating project status and any resulting corrective actions.  Complaints came in from the director’s peers and other executives because they were not confident that the pilot projects were being managed successfully, even though all of the work was finished on time.  After some coaching by a Cornelius & Associates’ executive coach, this director gained confidence that inspired his staff and peers to have more faith in his actions and abilities.  In fact, one of the executives that had logged complaints in the past began to submit compliments and gave the director more responsibility.  In the long run, the director’s increased confidence had a positive influence on his whole division.

A technical worker lacked people skills
A highly competent and skilled chemist for a manufacturing facility was having a difficult time managing his direct reports.  The organization did not want to risk losing the chemist's unique expertise, but things just could not continue the way they were going.  The HR department tried doing some internal coaching and feedback sessions, giving the chemist some general advice to improve.  However, the chemist resisted these methods.  One of Cornelius & Associates’ supervisory and technical coaches was called in to do some objective assessments, and then was able to give the chemist specific tools and interaction approaches that he could begin implementing immediately.  Within a very short time, the chemist had made many noticeable changes in how he interacted with fellow workers and direct reports.  Not only did relations improve, but also the chemist’s confidence in is own abilities to manage was raised, which also had a positive impact on his department.

A plant manager faced with negative attitudes
A plant manager for a manufacturing facility was facing negative employee attitudes, low morale and a volatile culture that was not only obvious but also demonstrated in poor attitude survey results.  A Cornelius & Associates’ executive coach delivered one-on-one coaching and training to the plant manager and our team of supervisory and technical coaches worked with the supervisory crew and hourly leads in improving leadership skills.  As a result, attitudes improved and the plant received high ratings on the next attitude survey for the job, the company and the local management.  Also, the plant reached critical goals for the first time that year, while greatly increasing its productivity. 

A director needed anger management tools
A department director at a service organization was highly intimidating to his staff that was causing friction in his department.  A Cornelius & Associates supervisory and technical coach was called in and began delivering specific tools and training in anger management.  Shortly, everyone began noticing a dramatic difference in his attitude towards his employees: he got along better with associates, was able to realize when he was stepping over the line and was able to exhibit teamwork behaviors.  This director continues to thrive and be a constructive force in his department. 

"At Sonoco, we wanted control over the coaching engagements, so Cornelius & Associates first educated our HR staff in the coaching process.  When we got into situations where HR just was not making headway, we called in Cornelius & Associates' coaches to do one-on-one sessions with several people.  The coaches' unique abilities allowed them to discern problems from symptoms.  They asked the right questions, were active listeners and have passion for creating solutions and identifying opportunities.  Also, the coaches' calming manner and great sense of humor put people at ease."

-Frank Benson, Regional HR Manager
Sonoco Products LTD

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