Meet
Gill

My Philosophy

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There's no right way to be a professional.

 

The workplace can be more productive, inclusive, and accessible when workplaces:

• Recognize and appreciate the different ways people show up at work

• Establish clear, core values that drive the work

• And co-create workplace norms and expectations collaboratively, as a team, that are values-aligned

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I believe that when workplaces stop assuming "professionalism" is "common sense" and do away with unwritten rules and vague, coded behavioural expectations, they experience significantly less conflict, confusion, and misunderstanding. 

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My core values are: Personal Responsibility, Community, Relationships, Fun, Kindness, Growth, and Integrity.

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My Positionality & Commitment to Inclusion

 

I am a 34 year old white settler, cisgender woman. I am also queer and neurodivergent. I am married, childfree, and live in the suburbs of Ontario, Canada. My coaching practice is neuro-affirming and inclusive of all LGBTQQIP2SA+ folks and people of all gender identities. 

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My coaching practice, facilitation, and consulting approach acknowledges, and is informed by the fact, that humans are impacted and shaped by the society's we live and grow in. Our socialization within these systems, this includes White Supremacy Culture, patriarchy, colonialism, ableism, racism, sexism, capitalism, heteronormativity, and more, shapes our identities, values, and beliefs. 

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It is a priority and a key component of my ongoing learning and development to understand how these forces shape peoples' experiences. This equips me with tools to serve my clients more effectively by using my awareness of these systems to evoke awareness of these systems with those I work with. For example, is a client experiencing imposter's syndrome or racism, misogyny, or ableism? Are your thoughts and beliefs about what's possible for you rooted in internalized oppression (internalized ableism, misogyny, etc.) or people pleasing tendencies developed in other ways, or both?

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In short, by being aware of and informed about these systems and how they impact our lives, I can better question assumptions and beliefs raised by my clients. I'll push, question, affirm, and acknowledge in ways someone without this perspective may not. I don't take for granted the role these systems play in our lives. 

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The Low Achiever is coaching through a feminist, trauma informed, neuro-affirming, intersectional lens. This is an ongoing practice I am committed to, not something I have simply achieved or accomplished, it's a dedication to growth. 

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The LinkedIn Bio 

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I have enjoyed working in the non-profit sector for 10 years, specifically in client experience and engagement, group facilitation, DEI, and operations. I have my certificate in Adult Education and I am an ACC level, ICF Certified Leadership and Performance Coach.

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I’ve coached hundreds of neurodivergent folks as they transition into new roles and workplaces and provided support to employees and managers navigating various workplace challenges. ​​​​​​​​

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I have extensive experience advising teams and organizations on how to make their workplaces more inclusive and accessible, specifically for neurodivergent and disabled professionals.