Coaching for Technology and Digital Product Professionals

ABOUT

IRA TAU

I am an ICF-Certified Executive Coach who works with Technology and Digital Product professionals who wish to advance and excel in their careers. My years of hands-on and leadership experience in technology and product management has provided me with expertise and insights that one can only achieve through decades of team building, outcome-driven development, effective leadership and nurturing strong alliances and relationships.

My coaching is grounded in the concepts of Emotional Intelligence, personality theory and effective communication, using a strengths and values-based approach. I am a former CTO who understands the view from the inside, and I help my clients manage up, down and across the organization. Leaders and aspiring leaders at all levels work with me on leading with trust and empathy and successfully realizing their goals.

You can find my full history on my LinkedIn Page.

Is Coaching

right for you?

Client Feedback

Ira was terrific at providing encouragement and support, the occasional nudge when I needed it and great follow up. Not only did he check in on me frequently, but he also provided me with resources that I could use to help me along. He is straightforward in a friendly and motivational way, and I could tell that he was genuinely invested in my success. He understands both internal and external obstacles and thinking patterns, and he knew how to help me recognize some of these impediments so I could move ahead towards my goals. Ira is a great coach and I’m happy to continue working with him.”

Sylvia B., New York, NY

2020-07-24

From the very start, Ira demonstrated his ability to ask the right questions, understand and relate to my issues. He offered coaching that was both meant to start me thinking in certain directions as well as take necessary action. His experience as a leader is evident, and I felt very comfortable with his communication style and follow ups. He is very precise and insightful, and I always felt that he was approaching our engagement with genuine curiosity and caring. Highly recommended!

Michael S., New York, NY

2020-07-24

Ira is an extremely thoughtful, straightforward and genuine coach. Ira was able to get to the heart of my issue, and through encouragement, follow-up and suggestions of some techniques to use, he helped me get on the right track. It’s clear to me that Ira is very knowledgeable about best-practices for businesses and individuals and he is extremely well-rounded. I found our exchanges to be clear, warmly communicated and productive. I would recommend Ira and definitely will be back for more coaching.

Joel M., New York, NY

2020-07-24

The thought of applying to new jobs created so much panic. Ira helped me work through the anxiety, coach me through the application and interview process and land a new career.

Shira M., New York, NY

2020-07-24

Ira asked all the right questions as to how I planned on starting my business, keeping track of my time and bills and how I planned on promoting myself. He helped by guiding me to figure out how to answer all those questions and help me start a business successfully.

Elana M., Bergenfield, NJ

2020-07-24

I met Ira during a turbulent time in my career when I had ventured into consulting after being laid off. By asking thought-provoking questions and offering insightful guidance, Ira's coaching sessions helped me understand and formalize the value I had to offer and focus my efforts accordingly. I recently started a dream job and I largely attribute the confidence gained in my sessions with Ira to successfully navigating the interview process.

Eric B., Brooklyn, NY

2020-07-24

Ira’s coaching has helped me to significantly improve my resiliency and confidence in overcoming barriers. Together, Ira and I have developed strategies that I am confident will help me take my performance and career to a new level. Ira provides valuable guidance and perspective and his energy and passion is evident in every session. I highly recommend Ira’s executive coaching services.

Monica M., Collegeville, PA

2020-07-24

Ira was exactly the kind of coach I needed with years of corporate professional experience in executive roles with a focus on technology management. He was able to understand my problem context very well, step by step taking me through pragmatic solutions. I highly recommend Ira for individuals looking for executive and professional coaching, especially those in technology because he is also uniquely positioned to understand technology roles.

Madhuri M., Tinton Falls, NJ

2020-07-24

Ira’s coaching expertise let me explore my aspirations and my values to get to the root of what truly mattered to me. Throughout the process, Ira was a thoughtful and compassionate listener, asked poignant questions, and together we created a path to achieve my goal. With newly found personal insight, Ira gave me the clarity and confidence to take the first step. I highly recommend Ira as an executive coach for his integrity, pragmatism, easy communication style, and positive outlook. A big thank you, Ira!

Elizabeth S, Toronto, ON

2020-07-24

COACHING

SPECIALTIES

FOR INDIVIDUALS

Individual coaching sessions
Improving self-awareness & communication
Leadership development
Transitioning to a new role
Career advancement with emotional intelligence
Improving strategic thinking
Setting and achieving SMART goals
Executive presence & personal brand
Giving & receiving feedback effectively
Understanding "tech talk' & focusing on what matters
Assessments administration and debrief

FOR COMPANIES

COACHING

Individual coaching sessions
Individual coaching for team members
Team workshops
360˚ Reviews
Strengths-based leadership & performance
Team cohesion
Conflict resolution
Assessments administration and debrief

CONSULTING

Agile/Process review and improvement
Change management
Organizational design/restructuring
Company vision/mission/strategy definition
Transition to product-led company
Hiring/selection assessments & interviewing
Developing a coaching culture
Remote work management
Communication strategies

CERTIFIED ASSESSMENT PRACTITIONER

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) - Steps 1 & 2
DISC Self
DISC Workshop Leader
DISC 360 and DISC for teams
Motivators (Spranger/Allport Motivational Style)
Critical Thinking with Hartman Value Profile

EIQ-2 (Emotional Intelligence)
EIQ-2 360
Leadership Effectiveness 360
Learning Styles
Coach.me Certified Digital Coach
Assessments24x7 Advanced Certified Practitioner (ATP)

OTHER TOOLS

CERTIFIED ASSESSMENT PRACTITIONER

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) - Steps 1 & 2
DISC Self
DISC Workshop Leader
DISC 360 and DISC for teams
Motivators (Spranger/Allport Motivational Style)
Critical Thinking with Hartman Value Profile
EIQ-2 (Emotional Intelligence)
EIQ-2 - 360

Leadership Effectiveness 360
Learning Styles
Coach.me Certified Digital Coach
Assessments24x7 Advanced Certified Practitioner (ACP)
Hogan Personality Inventory
Hogan Development Survey
Hogan Motives, Values, Preferences Inventory
Hogan 360 Assessments

OTHER TOOLS

YOU'LL BENEFIT FROM MY 30+ Years of Experience

I want to help you advance and be more effective in your role. I spent my career at the intersection of technology, product management and project management. I understand the unique processes, challenges and opportunities in technology, digital product management, Software-as-a-Service, DevOps and Agile development. I can help you achieve your career vision in these areas and more.

Our Coaching Process

EXPLORE & DEFINE

Your history, talents and values are important components of who you are today. In our initial sessions, we will explore these as we develop a comfortable rapport. We will also discuss your current role(s) and will begin thinking about what change might look like for you.

ANALYZE & STRATEGIZE

As we lay the foundation for change, we’ll analyze some of the relevant sources and triggers that influence your emotions and behaviors. Some of the answers may be readily accessible at the surface, while others may require digging down a bit. We will then start building a strategy by exploring some options for action and the opportunities they represent. Our final approach will be pragmatic, based on your strengths and what makes the most sense to you.

ELEVATE & ADVANCE

We will work together to prioritize the goals that are most important to you and explore how to elevate your behaviors by tapping into your natural talents and emotional intelligence. We will continue to advance together by working through concrete plans for action. You will advance by taking thoughtful and impactful steps towards your desired outcomes. Through this process, you’ll be armed with new learnings and insights to help drive you towards personal success.

GROWTH

When the coaching pauses or ends, you will be able to apply all you’ve discovered to the real world by conducting honest and ongoing self-appraisal. You’ll have learned to align your goals and strengths and integrate the process of continuous learning in your daily life. This will enable you to continue growing well beyond the boundaries of coaching and continue to discover new opportunities.

Our Coaching Process

EXPLORE & DEFINE

ANALYZE & STRATEGIZE

ELEVATE & ADVANCE

GROWTH

A quick phone chat can help us both decide if we’d make good partners working together. We’ll talk a bit about the top-of-mind topic that is causing you to think about coaching. We’ll also discuss any expectations or trepidation you may have and discuss your desired outcome. The call is also an opportunity to cover logistics and to answer any additional questions. If you’re considering coaching, why not take advantage of this no-obligation, no-pressure, no heavy-handed sales pitch call?

COACHING INSPIRATION

"Every choice moves us closer to or farther away from something. Where are your choices taking your life?"

Dr. Eric Allenbaugh

2020-07-24

"How you spend your time is more important than how you spend your money. Money mistakes can be corrected, but time is gone forever."

David Norris

2020-07-24

"Coaching isn't therapy. It's product development, with you as the product."

Fast Company

2020-07-24

"One of the most exciting things about coaching is the buzz you get when you push out of your comfort zone, come up with a plan and put it into action! Life takes on a whole new meaning as you re-create your life or career the way you want it."

Emma-Louise Elsey

2020-06-12

"Each person holds so much power within themselves that needs to be let out. Sometimes they just need a little nudge, a little direction, a little support, a little coaching, and the greatest things can happen."

Pete Carroll

2020-06-12

"Coaches are aware of how to ignite passion and motivate people. They have an energy that is contagious and know exactly how to get their team excited."

Brian Cagneey

2020-06-12

"A lot of people put pressure on themselves and think it will be way too hard for them to live out their dreams. Mentors are there to say, 'Look, it's not that tough. It's not as hard as you think. Here are some guidelines and things I have gone through to get to where I am in my career.' "

Joe Jonas

2020-06-12

"We have done lots of research over the past three years, and we have found that leaders who have the best coaching skills have better business results."