My Mission
Hi, I am Annabell Gast and I empower leaders and teams to elevate their communication skills. By fostering self-awareness and a can-do mindset, I enable you and your team to express your ideas and objectives with clarity. My individual approach enhances interpersonal relationships and supports in driving team performance to new heights.
I help you to embrace authenticity in your communication, reflect on your individual experiences and share your voice genuinely.
I operate globally and all my services are available in German and English.
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About Me
With over a decade of public speaking experience and a proven track record of working with more than 300 businesses across various sectors, I am dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses thrive through effective communication and leadership. My journey has taken me across six different countries, equipping me with a global perspective that inspires my work today.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management and Organisation, a Master of Arts in International Management, and a Master of Science in International Business & Management. My academic foundation, combined with five years of research and teaching at a university, has given me a deep understanding of leadership, organisational dynamics, and international business strategies.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of coaching and facilitating workshops for several Fortune Global 500 companies, accumulating over 1000 hours of coaching experience. My role leading a startup acceleration programme at one of the largest banks in the UK, along with my hands-on experience in a startup environment, further honed my skills in navigating business challenges.
Now, I focus on working with small and medium-sized businesses to enhance team performance through authentic and effective communication. I specialise in helping teams discuss difficult topics openly and assisting leaders in understanding themselves better. This self-awareness enables leaders to build stronger, more trusting relationships with their teams, fostering environments where productive dialogue and collaboration can flourish.
Fluent in both English and German, I offer coaching and training in both languages. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and tailored to the specific needs of each business, ensuring that leaders and teams are equipped with the tools they need to communicate more effectively and achieve lasting success.
Whether you're a business looking to strengthen your leadership, improve team dynamics, or navigate complex conversations, I’m here to guide you with the experience and insights gained from working with a wide array of industries and businesses around the world.
You can find out more about my past work history and experience through my LinkedIn profile.
Do you want to enhance your self-awareness and improve your communication skills?
Testimonials
“I started coaching with Annabell around 9 months after I’d launched my first business. At the time, I was being pulled in a million different directions and getting nowhere fast.
After several months working together, I was able to get crystal clear on who we were as a business, who I was as a person, and how the two could align to achieve the best results for all involved. I gained so much more focus & clarity, both personally and professionally, and she was always there to call me out and give me a gentle kick back in the right direction if I tried to make any excuses (which I frequently did).
If, like me, you’re someone who prefers actionable, fluff-free advice that will have a tangible impact on your life, and you’re ready to truly be held accountable and make a change, then there’s nobody I would recommend more highly than Annabell.”
Lewis Kemp; Lightbulb Media
“Annabell’s coaching has been a breath of fresh air and here are the reasons why:
1. She listened and helped me to identify a number of crucial areas which were in need of development to move the business forward
2. I connected well with Annabell which allowed me to be honest with my answers and I could be truly me and develop my thinking and strategy for the business.
3. Annabell made me think (a lot) which has really helped me to understand my philosophy and values. This came from challenging questions and excellent coaching dialogue.
The impact of this has been inspiring to me on a personal level, but it enabled me to make changes within the team. This has included reviewing the strengths of the team and empowering them to take on responsibility but also supported me to improve my relationships with the staff. Overall the coaching has led to improving the efficiency of how the business operates. It has also led to me utilising the team to identify issues and solutions to continually develop the business. Annabell has been critical in supporting me to develop the strategy and tactics to make this happen.”
Vicky Dean; Hirst Footwear
“I have known Annabell for a number of years and she first supported us during a growth period for our business, while making our first hires. Annabell helped us address new communication challenges head-on through advice, coaching and inclusive discussion. Annabell is welcoming and accessible, while being pragmatic and results-oriented - genuinely wanting the best for everyone involved. With Annabell’s help we better understood our challenges and were able to grow and develop as a team.”
Tom Parson; Huddle Digital