Case Study #04
Executive coaching for a technical leader into a senior leadership role
“Dan’s coaching helped guide me toward a senior leadership position I had been aspiring to.”
At a Glance
Client: Anthony Mansfield
Industry: Aerospace & Defence
Focus: Leadership development for a senior technical professional
Outcome: Progression into a senior leadership role
Client Reflection
“Working with Dan Kuss was a transformative experience for me. During a pivotal stage of my career, Dan’s coaching helped me grow both professionally and personally, guiding me towards a senior leadership position that I had been aspiring to for some time.”
— Anthony Mansfield Head of Systems Engineering, Saab Australia
Client Context
Anthony Mansfield is a senior engineering leader working in the defence sector. His role involves leading systems engineering teams, mentoring engineers, and ensuring that engineering practices align with both industry standards and organisational strategy. As his responsibilities expanded, Anthony wanted to strengthen his leadership capability and prepare for the next stage of his career.
Challenge
Many highly capable engineers move into leadership roles without formal leadership training. Anthony was navigating a pivotal stage of his career and wanted support to:
grow as a leader while maintaining technical credibility
strengthen his influence within the organisation
build confidence in senior leadership contexts
think more strategically about his career trajectory
Approach
Dan worked with Anthony through a leadership coaching engagement, leveraging his CliftonStrengths and focused on helping technical expertise translate into leadership effectiveness. Sessions focused on:
leadership self-awareness and personal development
navigating organisational dynamics
strategic career positioning
building confidence in senior leadership conversations
Dan’s coaching approach combined reflective questioning, honest feedback, and practical leadership insights to help Anthony think differently about his role and future direction.
Results
Through the coaching engagement, Anthony strengthened his leadership confidence and broadened his perspective on leadership within a highly technical environment. This period of growth supported his progression into a senior leadership role, where he now leads the systems engineering discipline and plays a key role in shaping engineering capability within the organisation.
Verification
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anthony-mansfield/
Website: https://www.saab.com
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