Hi, I’m FRANCESCA ARCURI
I have been very fortunate in my working life. I’ve loved it! Not too many people can say that. For the past twenty-five years or so, I have had great leaders, mentors, managers, colleagues and worked in productive, energetic, competitive environments. Don’t get me wrong – it wasn’t always easy. I even remember the occasional harsh performance review with tears! However, they were real, factual, honest that made me stronger. I’m still grateful for all the lessons learned along the way. A few of those mentors are still in my life.
As a career recruiter and HR specialist working in a broad range of companies from small family start-ups to large corporate and Government the common thread was people. Business is human. Humans run businesses. Most people I saw disliked their jobs, their manager or could not see a path forward in the organisation they were in. Sadly, sometimes all three combined and occasionally, they had chosen the wrong career.
Many leaders could not solve or understand why they had problems with high turnover, low performance, low morale, wrong hires and changing goal posts.
This is the reason that I decided to start Crescendo Coaching.
To me, the answer is obvious. Look after the people in. your business and they’ll look after your business. Imagine having a place of work that your people enjoy. Being a leader where your team trust you, follow you and live the company values. And it’s much more than this. It’s a harmonious team working together towards achieving dynamic goals, low staff turnover and real career development.
It can be so different, so much better and everyone deserves it. You’re not born with these skills – you may need a coach. I can prove it to be successful. Proof? I hear you say. Yes! Go to the Our Approach page or call me for a discovery call to discuss your pain points and how you can turn them into smart points.
MY
APPROACH
Why do we do the things we do? Have you ever asked yourself that after failing at a particular project, a particular goal that you didn’t achieve? Stop! At least you tried. One step is better than no step at all. For me, the pain is not the idea, or the passion and enthusiasm - it’s doing it alone.
Has the dream of starting your own business created some unexpected challenges?
Are you frustrated at the amount of time you spend hiring and rehiring?
Training and re-training?
Fixing the mistakes made by people you pay?
How do you increase performance?
I hear you. I understand and I’ve seen it before.
If i made a promise that you will succeed 100% and then plus some, would you believe me? If I promised that I would work with you 100% and provide all of my experience in all that I know and provide all of my resources to you, would you take a chance? That’s what I do - firstly I listen intently. The problems may be similar; however the people are different. Then I’ll be your shadow - it matters to me just as much as it matters to you that you succeed. There’s a process that must be followed, there are distractions to be avoided and there are goals, your goals that you want to achieve.
There is only one thing stopping you from achieving your desired results – choice
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FROM OUR CLIENTS
I contacted Francesca at a time when I needed more clarity and a sense of direction in life. I had a few amazing sessions with her where she guided me, offered clarity and mentoring. Her honest, warm and non-judgemental approach is comforting; The sessions with her helped me present myself better, showcase my qualities and I received valuable insights and tips. I would recommend Francesca to anyone who's looking for a career coach or for a coach to help them remove the blocks that no longer serve them and move forward to their real potential
— Alex Stamate – HR Manager, Melbourne, Vic
Francesca was so generous and helpful when I was preparing for a job interview. She helped me think through the kinds of questions the employer would ask and what they would be looking for in each. She also helped me think systematically about how to frame my own strengths and achievements. Everything she said made a lot of sense and I found her approach grounding and easy to apply. I could tell Francesca really wanted me to succeed. Thank you Francesca!
— Cymbeline Buhler, Artistic Director, NSW