Dr. Behar-Courtois - Author - Academic

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A space that reflects the multifaceted nature of my professional and personal life.

As a seasoned consultant and academic, I’ve spent years honing my expertise in organizational development and change management. My colleagues, including my publisher John, often playfully refer to me as a little “Dorky” – a nod to my penchant for deep analysis […]

Coaching Development

The Day I Realized “Support” Can Be a Form of Avoidance

A few years ago, I walked out of a coaching session feeling oddly satisfied. The leader had been heard. The frustration had been named. The emotions had been handled with care. It was the kind of conversation most managers avoid entirely, so […]

Blog Coaching Culture Retention

The Burnout-Performance Paradox: When Coaching Your Top Performers Actually Makes Things Worse

Six months ago, I got a panicked call from a CFO I’ve worked with for years. Her best finance manager, who’d carried the team through two consecutive audit cycles, had just resigned. No warning. No competing offer. Just done. “I don’t understand,” […]

Blog Book Coaching Development Tools

Feedback Conversation Framework [downloads section]

In many organizations, feedback is either feared or fumbled. It’s often rushed, reactive, or reserved for crisis moments. But feedback done right isn’t about critique—it’s about capability. That’s why I created the Feedback Conversation Framework: a structured, practical system that turns every […]