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I have worked with Scott both as an executive coach to support me in further developing my executive presence and team vision and strategy meeting facilitator.

I absolutely loved the experience of working with Scott and cannot recommend him enough! He was both supportive when I needed him to be and challenging when I needed to be pushed outside of my comfort zone to grow and develop as a leader. He allowed me to be the best version of myself by fostering trust from the get go so that I could let go of any insecurities and just focus on my development. His approach is very organized with clear objectives in mind and yet the whole experience feels so organic, honest and authentic that it really fosters and environment for deep reflection and personal growth while keeping you on a clear path forward towards achieving specific goals outlined for the coaching engagement.

As a meeting facilitator Scott was great at guiding us and helping us stay on track while allowing us to dig into the meatiest subjects and not get distracted by all the different shiny paths we could take. His vast industry experience makes him a very effective and authentic coach and facilitator as he approaches the subject matter having lived the life himself and now being able to leverage his experiences as well as his expertise in executive development methodology to help others be more successful in their professional journey. I absolutely loved working with Scott and find that it is this mix of real life first hand experience and academic knowhow that make him so effective at helping business professionals unlock their true potential.

/ Maya KosOvalic

AVP, e-RETAIL, NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP

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I had never worked with an executive coach, so I was a bit skeptical at first, but Scott completely exceeded my expectations of what we would accomplish in working together. He took the time to understand me and my leadership style and was also a sounding board, giving me a unique outlook that I hadn’t yet considered.

Throughout the entire process, I had such respect for Scott because he left room for me and my perspective to grow organically. We developed solutions to problems that used to feel larger than life and move towards a better way of thinking and a higher sense of emotional intelligence when it came to decision making. I’m incredibly grateful to Scott for all his guidance and support.

LINDSAY PEOPLES WAGNER

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, THE CUT

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In the world of entertainment marketing, there are executive coaches, there are great executive coaches, and then there’s Scott Brittingham.  He’s outstanding and I cannot recommend him enough.  I say this because my recent 6-months working with him has proven to be my best experience with any sort of coaching, whether personal and professional. 

 Four areas worth noting in order to give greater context:

1. How he organized the coaching process – in a structured-yet-flexible, articulated and detailed fashion that could expand and contract based on challenges and topics at hand.

2. How Scott led the goal-setting phase – with a deep understanding of both organization and individual POV/needs.

3. How he shared feedback and offered ways to course correct – compassionately, honestly, and always with meaningful and pointed insights rooted in success-oriented learnings.

4. And how he held me accountable – by making sure to keep me honest on where I was, and what I needed to do to continue achieving my clearly-identified goals.

I had my choice of coaches when we embarked on our adventure together, and I am very grateful to have trusted my instincts after our first meeting (wherein Scott astutely identified something that I was giving far too much energy to, and how it was getting in the way of my professional growth).  He’s that coach; the one who does not patronize nor condemn, but rather helps you grow and develop by offering effective guidance, thoughts, feedback, and suggested approaches.  Can’t say enough good things about him.

/  SCOTT EDWARDS

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CREATIVE ADVERTISING, FOX ENTERTAINMENT

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I felt rapid changes in my executive presence and leadership working with Scott as my executive coach. My team, my family, and myself noticed positive changes from my work with Scott. He is transparent, trustworthy, direct, and patient. He has true and tested methods to advance towards your objectives in executive leadership. Scott easily communicates and paints a picture with his stories on concepts of executive presence that can be very abstract. I am very impressed by Scott and the work that we accomplished together, I strongly recommend Scott as an executive coach.

STEPHANIE CIMON

AVP, NATIONAL ACCOUNTS, NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP

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Even the most seasoned of us can get spun around the axel, unable to get out of our own heads and out of our own way when we find ourselves in uncharted waters. Scott understands this and provides the tools to navigate through such times with grace and intelligence that ultimately leads to your success. He is invested in you from the moment he says hello and that makes all the difference.

CATHERINE HERNANDEZ-BLADES

SVP, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS, SAIC

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It was indeed an unlocking experience for my executive presence. I had the pleasure to work with Scott in order to raise the detectability of both my own self-mindfulness as well as the moment to step in as leader with the right communication.

First of all, Scott ensures the trusted and respectful relationship throughout the coaching period and even beyond, which is the key essence for helping oneself to be successful. And practically, there is a sustainable mental gymnastics being set which consists of reflecting on how I manage and monitor my compassion, word economy, and fact-fullness.

One big remark that my coaching took place during the lockdown period, where Scott has proposed an extremely flexible mix of coaching and check-in moments, which further boosted the level of success in the outcome of my authentic demonstration. I’d like to express my deepest gratitude for the privilege of this wonderful experience which brought me to a leader with the right balance and confidence, who knows when and how to step in, or to empower people, or to acknowledge both myself and my colleagues.

/  DAisuke IISHI

Head of research & innovation, hair care & styling, L’oreal usa

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I was working on my executive presence and I had the privilege of working with Scott during a very transitional time in my company’s history.  His coaching style was very balanced; I felt safe and encouraged, yet he really challenged me to look at myself and understand and pinpoint the roadblocks holding me back.  His ability to listen and understand my personal journey and challenges really helped me feel comfortable throughout the whole process. 

The first thing I said to Scott when we started working together was “I don’t want to change who I am.”  He knew how important it was for me to stay true to myself, so we talked about keeping that fundamental base in tact often as we worked together.  Yet he was able to help me see the parts of myself that I could ‘turn up’ that helped me achieve my goals.   

In the end I feel like a better, stronger version of myself and I thank him so much for helping me to build my confidence in the areas I was seeking to improve.   He is trustworthy, patient, respectful, while simultaneously holding you accountable to put in the work necessary to reach your goals.   I owe Scott a great deal for coaching me into a more confident leader and I know the skills I have developed me will help me for the rest of my career.   

/  JULIA ZAMORA

VP SALES, URBAN DECAY COSMETICS

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Scott illuminated behaviors and thinking that had kept me stuck in a managerial mentality. He taught me techniques and inspired self-awareness that unlocked profound leadership qualities in me.

Scott’s coaching enabled me to make a tectonic shift in how I observe myself, how I choose to act, and how I practice immaculate self-care that enables my best self. Once the manager to leader transformation takes place, there’s no turning it off. It becomes instinctual, automatic and easy. I am forever grateful for the opportunity I’ve had to work with Scott.

/  KIM ROBERTSON

VP EDUCATION & EVENTS, KIEHL’S SINCE 1851

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I had the pleasure of working with Scott during a 6 month period. My organization and team went through some impactful changes and I thought it would be helpful to work with a coach to help me grow and develop as I navigated the organization complexity.  

Scott has extensive experience working in a complex international matrixed organization, which provides him with a lot of knowledge and expertise. But he is also very focused on the day-to-day people aspect, and interpersonal communication within this larger framework.

I found my sessions with Scott extremely helpful. Apart from acting as a sounding board, he was able to challenge me and when necessary push me out of my comfort zone to try different approaches. This helped me to be better able to manage the change, and focus my energy on the areas that would allow me to have the biggest impact. Throughout the process, Scott has always been supportive, flexible, and very focused on me as the client in order to maximize our interactions.

/  MICHIEL LEIJNSE

SVP DEVELOPMENT, CLARISONIC

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For the past 4 years, I have worked alongside Scott in many different business contexts, and seen him in action coaching and giving difficult feedback to senior leaders, guiding teams to greater understanding and productivity, and providing leadership during organizational transformation. He is one of those rare practitioners who handles individuals, teams and large crowds with equal skill and ease.

Scott's style is always direct and respectful. He is an absolutely exemplary colleague and practitioner who holds the highest of standards for both process and outcome. He brings humility, professionalism , attention to detail, intelligence and energy to his work that give confidence to all he works for and with. I would absolutely trust and recommend Scott as a coach, facilitator, and consultant with all levels of an organization: from C-suite executives on down, Scott deeply understands people, organizational dynamics and business.

/  TRACY FENTON

HEAD OF ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT, L’OREAL USA

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Scott has an incredible ability to balance empathy while at the same time holding up the mirror. I wanted to get to that next step in my career and needed to elevate my executive presence. Scott’s coaching style provided me the space to feel safe and to be vulnerable so I can dig deep to reflect on my own internal barriers.

Through a solution oriented approach, I was able to discern the root cause of my triggers and learn ways to be more present and confident in who I was. I owe a great deal to him and know his coaching helped me not only professionally but personally.

/  Darlene meier-jimenez