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HI. I'M
ELLEN GILLIS.
WELCOME.

Unlock your team's true potential with my tailored development and coaching. I work with organizations to nurture their talent, cultivate their rising leaders, and improve their bottom lines.

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HI. I'M
ELLEN GILLIS.
WELCOME.

Unlock your team's true potential with my tailored development and coaching. I work with organizations to nurture their talent, cultivate their rising leaders, and improve their bottom lines.

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During my time at companies like Digitas, Reebok, and Rue Gilt Groupe, one thing remained constant: my passion for nurturing talent, especially in new leaders.

Those "aha!" moments with budding managers? Gold.

Through these experiences and my numerous accreditations, I've finely honed my development and coaching support.

I've designed a suite of effective programs based on years of feedback and results. And I'm also ready to tailor solutions for your unique needs.

 

At The Gillis Group, my mission is crystal clear:

  • Cultivate and amplify your team's talents.

  • Propel your business towards greater success.

Whether your company is in its early stages or well-established, I'm here to help you shape and solidify its leadership future.

During my time at companies like Digitas, Reebok, and Rue Gilt Groupe, one thing remained constant: my passion for nurturing talent, especially in new leaders.

Those "aha!" moments with budding managers? Gold.

Through these experiences and my numerous accreditations, I've finely honed my development and coaching support.

I've designed a suite of effective programs based on years of feedback and results. And I'm also ready to tailor solutions for your unique needs.

 

At The Gillis Group, my mission is crystal clear:

  • Cultivate and amplify your team's talents.

  • Propel your business towards greater success.

Whether your company is in its early stages or well-established, I'm here to help you shape and solidify its leadership future.

42%

of new managers say they received ineffective professional development

70%

of a team's engagement is influenced by their managers

50%

of your workforce are likely quiet quitters
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“Ellen mentored many on my team to help us become a stronger, more united group overall. I highly valued her coaching and counsel. Her strong yet calm demeanor was so helpful in combating stressful situations and helping me and my team move toward action."

John C

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Am I allowed to have a favorite offering? If so, this might be it.

The New Manager’s Advantage

Across eight bi-weekly sessions, we teach your new leaders the foundational basics of management. From nailing feedback and setting goals to managing up and leading through change, they'll learn it all. Plus, our cohort-style approach lets them mix and learn with peers from different industries. Simple, effective, transformative.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Fractional Chief Coaching Officer

Your lean team’s secret weapon. Unlock leadership potential with our dedicated Fractional CCO offering. We’ll infuse your team with best practices and make significant, measured progress. Our work can transform productivity, culture, and growth.

Management Excellence Coaching Program

The first few months after a promotion are so important - and vulnerable. Invest in your newest leaders with our 6-month program. Through personal mentorship, skill refinement, and change management, we set your newly promoted team members up for success (and impact).

Leadership Boot Camp

Strengthen your team's core. We’ll create customized, focused workshops that nurture leaders who collaborate seamlessly, strategize efficiently, and communicate with impact. A smart investment for the long-term success of your business.

360 Leadership Transformation Process

Traditional 360 reviews can often miss the mark. Our approach is different. We make it personal, insightful, and actionable. We dive deep with tailored interviews (not surveys) and foster an environment of trust. It’s not just a review - it’s an investment in transformation.

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Want to stay in touch?

I send a monthly newsletter with leadership-related links and ideas.
And, the occasional dog pic.

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