Executive Coaching & Talent Advisory

Helping leaders and organizations navigate change, build capability and perform at their best.

I work with executives navigating complexity and high-stakes change. With sports professionals who want to develop the mental side of their performance. With organizations building leadership capability, strengthening talent pipelines and scaling recruitment in periods of growth and transformation.

Executive Coaching

Supporting senior leaders and emerging talent navigating leadership transitions, increased scope and organizational complexity.

Focus areas include:

  • Leadership presence

  • Strategic clarity

  • Stakeholder influence

  • Resilience & sustainable performance

  • Leadership effectiveness & impact

Leadership & Team Development

Working with leadership teams and organizations to strengthen alignment, communication and collective effectiveness.

This may include:

  • Leadership team coaching

  • Leadership development programmes

  • Assessment & development centres

  • Facilitated workshops

Performance Coaching

Working with sports professionals and individuals preparing for high-pressure performance and important transitions.

Focus areas include:

  • Confidence & resilience

  • Mental preparation

  • Focus under pressure

  • Managing transitions

  • Decision-making & self-belief

Talent Advisory

Helping organizations build the talent capability they need to grow — from recruitment strategy and operating models to critical hiring and stronger processes, teams and tools.

This includes:

  • TA strategy & operating models

  • Recruitment transformation & RPO

  • Executive search & critical hiring

  • International recruitment and talent mapping

  • Sourcing & hiring advisory

  • Leadership & psychometric assessment

HOW I WORK

My work is structured, practical and tailored to the context. Whether you are developing a leader, scaling rapidly, transforming your talent function or facing a critical leadership need, I provide flexible, strategic and hands-on support. Engagements can be structured as advisory, project-based or interim support.

I don't believe in applying a standard framework to every situation. I start by understanding what is happening, what matters most and the dynamics at play, then tailor my approach accordingly.

The objective is to turn understanding into meaningful progress. I draw on executive coaching, behavioural insight, performance psychology and more than two decades of experience across leadership, talent and complex organisations to help individuals and organiz2ations move forward with clarity, confidence and practical momentum.

The name The Inside comes from surfing. It is the space between the breaking waves and the shore - where surfers observe, recover, reposition and prepare before heading back out. Not passive. Purposeful.

That space is at the heart of how I work. Whether coaching a leader or supporting an organization through change, I create room to observe, think clearly, challenge assumptions and reposition before taking the next step.

About Susan

My career has spanned more than 20 years across international executive search, Talent Acquisition, senior HR leadership and leadership development. Today, as an Executive Coach and talent Advisor, I draw on that experience to support people and organizations through moments of growth, transition and change.

Before founding The Inside, I worked inside global organizations in senior HR leadership and talent roles, including at Allianz, where I led and supported international Talent Acquisition initiatives and coached more than 150 leaders across multiple geographies and matrix environments - from emerging talent to VP and SVP level - delivering more than 1,000 hours of coaching.

My Belief

Performance is rarely only about capability.

It is shaped by courage, clarity, self-awareness and the ability to read a situation, regulate yourself and commit at the right moment - whether in leadership, sport or life transitions.

My Credentials

Qualifications & Certifications

  • Certified Executive Coach, HEC Paris

  • EMCC Accredited Coach

  • Qualified in Mental Preparation & Performance Coaching

  • Hogan Assessments Certified

  • C-Me Profiling Certified

Approaches

  • Systemic & Narrative Practice

  • Emotional Intelligence

Professional Involvement

  • Board Member - Internal Coaching Association France

  • Steering Group Member - International Internal Coaching Community

  • Mentor - ISC Group (network dedicated to advancing women in the insurance industry)

  • Volunteer - La Fondation des Femmes

  • "Working with Susan was a defining part of my career growth. She helped me clarify what I really wanted to do next and how to move toward it. Her ability to see the bigger picture and guide me through uncertainty meant I left every session feeling clearer and more confident. Susan combines heart, honesty and strategic thinking in a way that is both supportive and challenging."

    Vladiana, Manager, Allianz

  • "Susan served as my executive coach during a pivotal period of career transition and advancement. Our coaching sessions proved to be one of the most transformative investments in my professional journey, fundamentally reshaping my career trajectory. She has a remarkable ability to uncover the underlying drivers of success and help leaders harness them as enduring strengths."

    Amadou, VP, Allianz

  • "Susan combines strong coaching skills with a deep understanding of corporate dynamics, making her a valuable partner for navigating complex situations and enhancing career development. Having worked with multiple coaches throughout my career, I truly recommend Susan to anyone seeking a transformative coaching experience."

    Lorenzo, VP, Allianz

  • "Susan’s coaching helped me effectively transition into leadership roles. We defined clear goals around leadership confidence and stakeholder management, and every session provided actionable insights that helped me move forward. I always felt supported while developing greater awareness and resilience."

    Elizaveta, VP, Allianz

  • "Working with Susan felt both supportive and grounding. She helped me slow down, think clearly and make sense of complex situations with confidence. I always left our conversations feeling calmer, more focused and with actionable next steps."

    Cansu, VP, Allianz

  • "Working with Susan has been a transformative experience as I transitioned into an executive role. Her coaching strengthened my resilience, increased my self-awareness and provided practical tools for growth. Susan’s ability to make personal development tangible and actionable makes her an exceptional coach."

    Matteo, VP, Allianz

  • "Susan is an exceptional coach who creates a transformative space for growth. I approached our sessions uncertain about what to expect and she far exceeded any hopes I had. Through her guidance, I became more self-aware, stronger, and happier both personally and professionally. Susan has a rare ability to help senior leaders unlock their potential and navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence. I would highly recommend her to any organization or individual seeking meaningful development."

    Karol, SVP, Allianz

  • “Susan was an integral part of my executive development at Allianz. As my coach, she challenged me to reflect on areas requiring growth while providing actionable strategies to strengthen my leadership capabilities. Thoughtful and intentional in her approach, she took a genuine interest in my background and cultivated a bespoke plan to help me achieve my objectives. I am grateful for her guidance and lasting impact on my professional development."

    Rich, SVP, Allianz

Get in Touch

If you’re navigating a leadership, talent or performance challenge, I'd welcome a conversation.

contact@theinside.fr

+33 6 84 50 49 82

Bilingual English/French | Based in France | Working internationally