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 create optimized workplaces. 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 organizational 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!

My clients are busy, achievement-oriented leaders who put people first (just like me). Leaders who want to make a difference leverage people collaboration as part of their success criteria; they are open to feedback, seeking expert guidance and advice to improve outcomes.

In addition to private coaching I also design and deliver customized team workshops and use personal assessments to discover individual communication styles, connect with others and explore how to optimize team dynamics.

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, reorganizations and downsizing.

With people in mind, I became known for unconventional solutions, being a straight-shooter and 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 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"
"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 creating accountability, making an impact through personalized connection and sincere caring.

Being the trusted partner senior leaders called for forthright 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: Team Effectiveness, Employee Engagement 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 Team Coach and Leadership Development Partner of choice in Greater Toronto, to co-create collaborative, supportive workplaces where everyone can grow, including YOU! The place where engagement remains high and turnover stays low!

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