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“Leaders aren’t born, they are made.
And they are made just like anything else, through hard work.”

– Vince Lombardi 

Lead your best life, both personally and professionally.

At Charcoal Leadership Group, we believe that leadership is a craft that is honed through dedication, insight, and connection. Our bespoke approach is designed to empower leaders to thrive in challenging environments while fostering stronger, more impactful relationships.

Our expertise: tailored solutions for wellbeing and leadership

At Charcoal Leadership Group, we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to empower leaders, enhance team performance, and promote psychological wellbeing.

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Executive coaching

Personalised one-on-one coaching to enhance leadership skills, strategic thinking, and decision-making. We help executives unlock their potential and achieve peak performance.

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Team development

Programmes designed to foster team cohesion, improve communication, and drive collective success. Our team-building interventions are tailored to address specific challenges and maximise team effectiveness.

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Psychological interventions

Comprehensive psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions to support individual and couples' well-being. We specialise in anxiety, mood issues, relationship challenges, and adaptation to change.

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Workshops and training

Engaging and interactive workshops on a range of topics, including leadership development, team dynamics, communication skills, and psychological well-being. We tailor our workshops to meet the unique needs of your organisation.

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Public speaking

Expert presentations and seminars on leadership, psychology, and organisational development. Dr Isabelle Miclette is an accomplished speaker who delivers insightful and impactful presentations to inspire and educate audiences. We are committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based services that deliver measurable results for our clients. Contact us to learn more about how we can help you achieve your goals.

Testimonials

Chief Digital Officer
New Zealand

I have been working with Dr Isabelle Miclette for 3 years now. As an executive working in a constantly changing market, I really value her insights, understanding, and support. She challenges me too, which helps me gain clarity, confidence, and a more strategic mindset.

Managing Director
New Zealand

Our leadership team was struggling with alignment and communication. The tailored team development sessions by Charcoal Leadership Group transformed how we work together: individual and team decision-making has drastically improved, and performance is up.

Real Estate Professional

New Zealand

Dr Isabelle's psychological insights and experience has helped my team and myself identify key stressors within our industry and implement strategies to manage these. Her approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and highly professional.

Chief Executive Officer 

Australia

Dr Isabelle Miclette delivered one of the most powerful presentations our team has experienced. Isabelle’s presentation style is authoritative and inspiring, yet warm and collaborative. We have already booked for next year.

Dr Isabelle Miclette

About Charcoal
Leadership Group

Charcoal Leadership Group is dedicated to helping you lead your best life, both personally and professionally. Founded by Dr Isabelle Miclette (DClinPsych, Executive MBA, MNPsS, CG (Affiliate)), we bring a unique blend of psychological insight and business acumen to every engagement. With a passion for developing strong leaders and high-performing teams, we provide tailored assessments, interventions, and coaching programmes that deliver measurable results. Dr Miclette's experience spans across public and private sectors in New Zealand and internationally. She is known for her authentic, collaborative approach to coaching, and evidence-based strategies to promote psychological wellbeing. Her expertise includes leadership development, team management, and the successful delivery of business and personal goals. She is highly skilled in developing and maintaining relationships with individuals, organisations and stakeholders. With a commitment to evidence-based practices and a client-centered approach, Dr Miclette and Charcoal Leadership Group are dedicated to helping you achieve your fullest potential.

News, articles & publications

  • NXUS (2025). The War Room Experience. Watch now

    Radio Hauraki (2025). FULL SHOW: The BACKBONE Burger (feat. Dr Isabelle Miclette): Dr Isabelle Miclette Joins The Show! Listen now

    Miclette, I. (2025). Promoting Mental Health in Retirement Facilities in New Zealand: An investigation into the Advantages of Doing Something Different to Improve the Well-Being of Older People. In: Project Success: New Zealand Multi-Sector Peak Performance Consulting. RossiSmith Academic Publishing Ltd.

    Miclette, I. (2024). Where did I park my car? Metlifecare's publication, The Villager. View PDF

    US Reporter (2024). Article featuring Dr Miclette as CEO coach. Coaching the C-Suite: 15 Visionaries Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders 

    Miclette, I. (2024). Top CEO, Top Coach: A Case for a Partnership Approach to Leadership. Massey University.

    Miclette, I. (2024). Leaders are burning out. Massey University.

    Miclette, I. (2024). Improving Strategic Capability Via Customer Intimacy: A Path to Market Leadership. Massey University.

  • Miclette, I. The past in the present: A mixed methods evaluation of a group intervention for loneliness and well-being among older people. [Doctoral thesis, Massey University]. Massey University Research Commons. View PDF

    Miclette, I. I am 85 years old and wise... I can cope with loneliness. Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy Conference (Sydney).

    Miclette, I. The Cost of Loneliness. Three-Minute Thesis Competition. National Winner (Massey University), Australasian Massey University Representative (University of Queensland).

    Miclette, I. Will my surgery really improve my self-esteem? Presentation for the New Zealand Institute of Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery (Auckland). 

    Miclette, I. Neuropsychological No Man’s Land: When Impairment of Everyday Cognitive Function Is Not Supported on Formal Neuropsychological Assessment. Massey University.

    Miclette, I., Iwabuchi, S.J., & Kirk, I.J. Pranayama and Interhemispheric Transmission Time: A Window into the Visuo-Motor Functional Asymmetry of the Human Brain. The University of Auckland.                                                    

Ready to elevate your leadership journey?

Let's start the conversation.
To learn more about how we can partner together and accelerate your personal and organisational leadership journey, get in touch today.

Phone: +64 215 27742

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