Who's My Coach?
Meet Barbara Sheridan...
Barbara Sheridan is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience as a Chief Executive Officer, Founder, and Human Resources expert.
Barbara served as CEO, Co-Founder & Principal of her Human Resources company HR XCEL for ten years. During her tenure, Barbara accumulated accolades including being a part of the "40 Executives Under 40" and "Top 25 Women in Business" from the Charlotte Business Journal. Barbara was also named in the "Top 10 HRO Superstars" in the country for 3 consecutive years recognized as one of the pioneers of HR Outsourcing.
A few years after the sale of HR XCEL to Fortune 250 firm ADP, Barbara embarked on her next endeavor, Next Up Coaching & Consulting, LLC. (formerly Sheridan Consulting). Here, she began her journey into career development, assisting individuals ranging from recent college graduates entering the job market up to executive C-Suite coaching. She also enjoys team coaching for groups such as managers, project management teams, direct reports, etc.
Alongside her extensive professional background, Barbara Sheridan is a Gallup® Certified Coach, providing her with credibility that sets her apart from other career coaches and consultants.
Barbara's deep understanding of the professional landscape makes her an ally for individuals seeking career advancement and success, ensuring they navigate their paths with confidence and purpose. Additionally, she believes organizations thrive when they have engaged employees, who work well together, and who have the tools and training they need. Want to learn more about Barbara? Connect with her on LinkedIn below!
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Individual Coaching
Ignite personal growth and unleash your strengths with the Gallup CliftonStrengths Assessment® and/or the Everything DiSC® Assessments. Discover and leverage your unique talents to excel in both your professional and personal pursuits. After taking the assessment, we offer a tailored coaching experience. You pick the topic you'd like to discuss in your session(s). Examples are working with your team, peers or manager, navigating a new position, organization or career, conflict resolution, burnout, work/life balance or mental well-being check up. Assessments are optional and are not required for coaching sessions.
Team Coaching
Empower your team with Gallup CliftonStrengths® and/or the Everything DiSC® assessments.. Foster a collaborative environment where each team member’s strengths are recognized and maximized. Drive collective success by harnessing the diverse talents within your team.
Employee Engagement Survey
Unlock the full potential of your organization (or team) with employee engagement consulting using the Gallup Q12® Survey. Gain valuable insights, cultivate a positive workplace culture, and drive meaningful improvements based on candid, anonymous feedback. Elevate your company’s success through engaged and motivated employees.