Deborah Wilson
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Deborah Wilson

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Head of Strategy & Performance

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5.00 overall rating from 10 reviews
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About Deborah

The voice of experience, Deborah Wilson shares her outstanding business and personal wisdom from a lifetime of negotiating her own businesses, guiding Australian leaders and partnering with their organisations.

Supporting individuals from cradle to grave, Deborah takes an active interest in executive careers and leader development and is often heard saying ‘executives don’t invest enough in themselves’, along with ‘it is all about your career currency’.

And she has invested in herself. She has viewed life from the seat of the Executive Chairman and CEO/Managing Director of a publicly listed organisation navigating the GFC, contributed to the community in a variety of ways from fundraising to voluntary board roles and pursued her passion for farming.

Deborah is a Shareholder and Executive at OnTalent – a Brisbane Headquartered boutique Talent Advisory organisation. From change, careers and transitions, leadership development and executive search/recruitment, Deborah specialises in people! The holder of a Masters in Organisational Leadership, Coaching qualifications, she is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Member of WoB and AHRI, as well as a Non-Executive Director of FOGs (former Origin Greats). Other board roles have included Deputy Chair of TAFE Queensland, Non-Executive Director of Aviation Australia, ThomsonAdsett Architects, Australia CEO Challenge and PCYC (Queensland Police-Citizens Youth Clubs).

She advises Boards and Executive teams on career and succession planning, executive and leadership development, how to create a high performing culture, change leadership, and the list goes on. She actively coaches a number of Chief Executive Officers across Australia/NZ and supports a large number of executives with their respective team development. Industries are varied from sporting, NFP’s, corporates – private and listed and government instrumentalities.

A sought after speaker, her presentations and key notes focus on the following topics: 1. Leadership and a high performing culture 2. Career Currency in the Digital Age: staying current, adaptive and resilient 3. Success after Sixty – why its easier 4. Networking….a skill for life 5. Workforce of the future

She is an avid reader, snow skier and traveller, Deborah has walked the Kokoda track in PNG, scaled off the beaten paths around the Great Wall of China, and supported the build of an ‘80%-to-scale’ Spitfire with her husband (engineer and pilot) with whom, she flies regularly out of their Redcliffe Hanger.

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Career CoachingLeadership DevelopmentCareer TransitionOutplacementHR Consulting

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Deb has a very calm and reassuring presence - nothing seems to phase her and she has an suggestion/strategy to tackle almost any challenge you may be facing as an executive. She's flexible and adaptive in her coaching style and is also refreshingly honest when required - not someone who will agree with you just for the sake of it. She has stayed in touch since our assignment and checks in to see how I'm tracking. A first-class coach and human being, someone you want in your corner.

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I had the privilege of working with Deb Wilson during a transitional phase in my career, and I cannot speak highly enough of her exceptional support. Deb did an absolutely fantastic job guiding me through this period, providing a level of care and warmth that truly made a difference. During what could have been a chaotic and confusing time, Deb brought clarity and structure to the process. Her expertise and dedication ensured that the transition was smooth and seamless. I am incredibly grateful for her invaluable contribution and the incredible work she did to support me. Deb's commitment to her role and her genuine concern for her clients is truly commendable. Her professionalism and personal touch made the entire experience a positive one. I would highly recommend Deb to anyone seeking guidance and support during times of change. Thank you, Deb, you made a significant impact, and I am truly grateful for your incredible work.

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My team and I have been working with Deb for over a year now and she has been fantastic right from the start. Deb understands the needs of the team and brings a professional, inspired and fun program to our sessions. I cannot recommend Deb highly enough. Thanks Deb for your support and for helping us build a trusting team environment that sets us apart from the rest!

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I have known and worked with Deborah as both a client and coach for a number of years and can highly recommend her as an excellent mentor and challenger. She makes an effort to understand her clients drivers, strengths and aspirations. I was able to draw on her considerable career experience and technical expertise to clarify my strengths, and identify my ideal organisation. Deborah is excellent at keeping you focused on these priorities. Once the ideal outcome is achieved, she remains engaged and enthusiastic for your ongoing success. Deborah sets herself apart by building a deep and trusting relationship with you, supporting you as you grow and being a cheerleader for your successes.

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I engaged OnTalent/Deborah Wilson to assist and coach me to prepare for a CEO application process. Deborah was enormously helpful. The information was relevant and contemporary and fit my scenario perfectly. The program was tailored to my needs based on the organisation I was looking to join and my current experience and level of skill. The program work and tasks prepared me in a practical manner and assisted me in drawing on my own skills and knowledge. Similarly, the process prepared me for interview processes psychologically and was greatly motivaitonal. I had not been through an interview process for a long time and this process was invaluable. I can not recommend Deborah highly enough. Yes, I got the job!

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Having worked with On Talent and Deborah for many years I can say that she was absolutely instrumental in developing many of our leaders and future leaders in our company. She understands and adapts to our culture, our needs and our strategy and brings professional, fit for purpose, creative and fun programs to our candidates. Her approach has been one that feels she is part of the company and of the candidate group and makes everybody feel so comfortable and positive. Many of my colleagues have thrived and developed under her guidance. Also she has supported us in dedicated programs eg. mental health during lockdowns, diversity/inclusion and a special mention to her contribution to our Women in Leadership programs, all of them being a great success. I would highly recommend Deborah to any company who as part of their HR strategy wants to develop their talents, create a strong and inclusive culture and looks for higher engagement of its employees. Thanks Deborah for your great work!

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