EMPOWERING LEADERS AT HISTORICITY
Founded in Berlin in 2017, Historicity is a startup specializing in historical research and digital storytelling for the local tourism industry. They help cultural institutions, businesses, and local tourism boards craft narrative-rich experiences by connecting the past with the present through data-driven insights and historical expertise.
Historicity’s services enable clients to create engaging, informative stories that resonate with modern audiences and address today’s challenges.
OUR OBJECTIVE:
Support the team through a transitional phase and explore potential pivots for future growth.
CASE STUDY
THE PROCESS
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Introduced the coaching process, setting clear expectations and creating alignment among team members.
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Conducted one-on-one interviews and utilized the TeamConnect 360 assessment by Peter Hawkins, focusing on stakeholder expectations, team dynamics, and current operational challenges.
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Workshop 1: Diagnostic review, norm-setting, and trust-building.
Workshop 2: Managing uncertainty in both day-to-day and strategic tasks.
Workshop 3: Prioritizing planning to balance urgent needs and long-term strategies.
Workshop 4: Building new skills to prepare for future growth and adaptability.
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Between workshops, we provided ongoing support to ensure long-term success by embedding new practices into daily operations.
THE CHALLENGE
Time management was a critical challenge for the co-founders, who are also parents of a young child. Balancing the demands of parenting with running a growing business required them to laser focus on time allocation and strategic planning.
CELEBRATING THE WINS
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Improved Communication and Collaboration
The team made significant strides in developing better communication methods, leading to a more organized approach to both strategic and operational tasks.
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Increased Ownership of Strategic Planning
Team members took greater ownership of both short-term and long-term planning, improving overall accountability.
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Mental Load Reduction
By addressing disorganized planning and the mental load of day-to-day operations, the team implemented strategies that fostered a less stressful, more structured workflow.
“Team Coaching with Meghan was an amazing experience!
We got to explore our strengths and areas for improvement - much fodder for thought.
It really helped us to get on the right track.
Meghan is a great coach - kind, yet always professional, asking the right questions at the right time. We highly recommend working with her to start your next chapter as a team!”
Dr. Nele Diekmann & Dr. Marcel vom Lehn (Co-Founders at Historicity)
KEY LEARNINGS FROM TEAM COACHING
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Expanding Complementary Skill Sets
The team learned to enhance their existing skills, aligning them with future opportunities and addressing gaps to ensure readiness for new challenges.
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Making Time for Strategic Planning
Setting aside dedicated time for planning and strategy became essential for maintaining focus and reducing mental strain.
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Balancing Urgency with Long-Term Planning
The team developed strategies to differentiate between urgent needs and long-term priorities, enabling them to better manage pressure while remaining focused on future goals.
CONCLUSION
The team coaching process for Historicity successfully improved communication, collaboration, and strategic planning within the company. The co-founders learned to balance their personal and professional roles while developing a structured, long-term approach to managing their growing business. The program’s focus on managing uncertainty and prioritizing planning has provided the team with the skills necessary to navigate future challenges and explore potential pivots for growth.
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