Who is Dawn McCoy?
“I am an HR Designer as well as an HR Strategist. I don’t apply band aid solutions or use off the shelf models that fix one organizational problem, often creating another.” – Dawn McCoy
An experienced senior HR Leader with a track record of successful HR transformations, Dawn takes you on a creative journey, starting with a clean slate, and working with you to design the Human Resources processes, systems, and structure that will elevate and transform your organization. Dawn advocates a homegrown, pragmatic approach to Organizational design – specifically driven by YOUR organizational needs and culture. Molding what you already have, making some key design shifts, and working with the resources you already have are key to the successful transformation of your HR function.
The creative process does not stop once you have a clear path forward. Whether the project is an overall transformation or project specific, the plan we come up with needs to be implemented in a timely, yet realistic program that works within your budget and resources. Dawn works along with you to implement a plan to solve your Human Resources challenges. Successful change management and team coaching are some of the value-added skills and credentials Dawn brings to the table.
Dawn McCoy, as Manager of HR, was a key agent of change supporting the transformation of Sturgeon County from a quiet, slow growth traditional agricultural community to a broadly competitive, world class organization chosen by major industry and residents. Dawn worked with the senior leadership team and took a Strategic approach in addressing the people aspect of change by helping address key elements of training and development, competencies, health and safety, attendance management, performance management, compensation, reward and recognition and employee engagement delivering a motivated and professional Administration. Dawn also introduced a coaching culture at Sturgeon County, that helped Supervisors, Managers and a General Managers develop approaches to leading their business units and to bring out the best from their staff. Dawn is well equipped to help HR and organizational leaders drive change, improvement and performance in municipalities.
Working with Dawn has been a very valuable investment in my professional development. Through her executive coaching, I have strengthened my leadership skills, gained greater confidence in my decision-making, and developed new perspectives on leading teams and navigating complex challenges.
She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every conversation, while also taking the time to understand my unique goals and leadership style. Her thoughtful guidance, honest feedback, and unwavering support have helped me grow both professionally and personally.
Dawn asks tough questions and challenges my thinking in constructive ways and then provides practical advice which I can apply in my role. She has been a trusted advisor throughout my leadership journey, and I continue to benefit from the skills and insights she has shared. I highly recommend Dawn to anyone in a leadership position who is looking to enhance their effectiveness, build confidence, and grow as a leader. Her coaching has had a meaningful impact on my development, and I am truly grateful for her support.
Human Resources Design
Are you experiencing High Turnover, declining Employee Engagement, poor morale, lots of hours being put in with no tangible results, high absenteeism, failed or poorly implemented systems? Have you had consultants help you implement off the shelf solutions to these problems and the problems still did not go away?
Dawn McCoy Coaching and Consulting Ltd. will work with you to design customized solutions to your specific challenges.
Training & Development
How much money does your organization budget for professional development/training? What are you getting for your money? Unfortunately, training programs in many organizations are ad hoc – not based on the position requirements, the individual’s skill deficits or helping employees prepare for their next job in the organization. Let us help you get a bigger bang for your buck!
Coaching
Coaching is quickly becoming a key part of professional development for leaders and aspiring leaders or professionals looking to move to the next level in the organization or improve within their current roles. Dawn McCoy is an accredited coach and specializes in coaching leaders and aspiring leaders as well as Human Resources professionals and teams.
Municipal HR Matters
HR expert Dawn McCoy joins Municipal World to talk about her new column that premiers in the May issue of Municipal World. Plus, a look at the evolution of the HR profession – and how HR is now moving beyond administration and compliance, discovering new opportunities for partnership and growth.
PUBLICATIONS
Canadian Bestseller:
Landing a Job for Canadians for Dummies
Written by an HR Professional with 20+ years’ experience recruiting, interviewing and selecting top candidates, this book gives solid, pragmatic suggestions on how to have a successful job search.
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Testimonials
Listen From Professionals Who Placed Their Trust in Dawn
I highly recommend Dawn McCoy as a leadership coach. She has a calm and inquisitive coaching style that will help managers at all levels be their best! Her background in municipal government makes her a great for the public sector while her experience in leadership positions would be a benefit for any organization.
Dawn blends an easygoing conversational coaching style with keen perception and positive inquiry that clarifies hurdles and accelerates growth. Our conversations are equal measures challenge, creativity, and collaboration, and somehow always refreshing and enjoyable. I have seen noticeable improvements in both my attitude and my performance at work since Dawn became my professional coach, directly resulting in more success and accomplishment.
When you work with Dawn, you are guaranteed a direct, pragmatic approach to even the most complex issues. She sifts through issues with a unique screen based on a wealth of expertise and wisdom from years of experience in human resources, organizational development, and talent management in a very diverse range of industries. You can expect a coach approach to every conversation that is solution-focused. I have worked with Dawn in many capacities over the years and highly recommend her.
Let’s Talk
Dawn would love to have a coffee to discuss what your challenges are. This pressure free conversation is all about you. You may choose to book another coffee to learn more about what Dawn can help you with, but you may also just find that you get enough out of this conversation to move forward on your own. It’s up to you!