Dot Connector . Trusted Advisor . Coach

Elaine Adamson - The Dot Connector

I'm Elaine Adamson, Leadership Consultant and Founder of Dots Leadership Solutions Inc., based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

I've always been passionate about team and leadership coaching, guiding leaders to optimize workplaces and organizational design.

To me leadership skills & team development are business imperatives; crucial to long-term, sustainable business results.

I've had great success coaching teams, not only to bridge differences, but by leveraging those differences for overall success!

If you strive for the best, are a high performer, an emerging leader or someone who seeks personal and professional improvement then I welcome your connection!

Leaders are incredibly powerful, they help us see our strengths and give us courage to do things we never thought possible. Even me!

'I have several wonderful leaders to thank for helping me discover my own super powers' ~ Elaine Adamson

Leaders Who Want to Make a Difference

My clients are busy, achievement-oriented leaders who put people first (just like me), especially during big org changes.

Leaders who strive to add value, who make a difference and leverage people collaboration as part of their success formula; they want candid feedback, and seek expert guidance/advice on people change to improve outcomes.

In addition to private coaching I also create people change plans, design and deliver customized team workshops and use individual assessments to discover personal communication styles; exploring how to optimize team dynamics by bridging differences.

Hi, I'm Elaine reach out to collaborate, let's 'connect the dots' for you today!

My Story
I spent 25+ years in HR as a senior level business partner supporting complex org structures globally and across Canada (union and non/union), for both large and small businesses (i.e. TD Bank, AT&T Canada, Allstream). I facilitated big changes; exponential growth, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations and downsizing.

With people in mind, I became known for unconventional solutions, being a straight-shooter with fresh ideas. It wasn't about 'HR' process or politics for me. It was helping business leaders succeed by creating practical yet simple solutions, with a people mindset.

Connecting the Dots

When I left corporate, I asked executive clients to share what they most remembered me for - not surprisingly, the themes were consistent:

"Held my 'feet to the fire' for my own success yet, never let me down"
"Could count on you for candid, real feedback"
"Our change would have failed without your guidance"
"Told me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to"
"Pushed me and gave me faith in myself"
"Helped me get out of my own way"
"Couldn't have been successful without your guidance"

This feedback validated that my best skills wasn't about 'HR' at all. It was about understanding people dynamics, creating accountability, making an impact through personalized connection and sincere caring.

Being the trusted partner senior leaders called for straight-forward advice (zero BS) and pushing them to stand tall as a leader, no matter what change or crisis they had to lead.

So today I tap into these 'super-powers' to help leaders around Toronto succeed: Change Management, Team Effectiveness and Leadership & Team Coaching.

To discuss how I can help you, please reach out.

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"Helping others succeed isn't what I do...it is who I am"
Elaine Adamson

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Dots Mission

Dots Leadership mission is to be the Change & Leadership Development Partner of choice in Greater Toronto, to co-create collaborative, supportive workplaces where everyone can grow, including YOU! Together let's build the best teams in the city!

The place where engagement remains high and turnover stays low!

Connect . Discover . Optimize