Jim Dryburgh

Background

About Jim Dryburgh

WHO I AM AND WHAT I DO: I am a coach, mentor, entrepreneur, researcher, visionary, and problem solver. As the owner and co-founder of Balanced WorkLife Company, I thrive on helping executives navigate through challenging obstacles using cutting edge tools and assessments. I coach leaders and their teams to reach their potential by providing unique advantages in the games of business and life. WHAT I LOVE TO DO MOST: I love to be at the forefront of novel ideas and innovations that are happening in the world, especially in the field of technology. I have an insatiable thirst to explore, learn, and share knowledge and ideas with others. WHAT DRIVES ME: Almost every morning, I wake up genuinely excited about having the opportunity to help others discover and reach their full potential. CREDOS I LIVE BY: I believe everyone deserves access to the wisdom, knowledge, skills that enable them to be successful in their chosen career or craft. I believe career success should not come at the expense of the values that are most precious to us. Values such as integrity, home, family, and friends. MY STRENGTHS: Vision – I see possibilities, potential, and a way forward. Connecting others - I bring people and ideas together. This genuinely energizes me. Simplifying the complex – I untangle the complex into practical and useful information. MAXIMS I LIVE BY: You don’t learn anything when you are talking. Don’t aim to be the smartest person in the room, aim to learn something. Powerful questions open our minds to what is possible. ABOUT ME PERSONALLY: My favorite place to be is with my wife, my life partner Lori, at home or at Lake O'hara our place to escape. We also love to travel to exotic and inspiring places. MY POWERFUL QUESTION: “Who do you want to be a hero for?” AREAS OF EXPERTISE: Executive coaching Executive development Facilitation Thought leadership Keynote and small group speaking Onboarding individuals and groups Workshop Facilitation Career Transitions Team Alignment