About

janet horton low resolutionHandspring Consulting is a Sydney-based business consulting organisation owned and operated by Janet Horton.

The mission of Handspring is to create great Australian organisations – places where employees find meaningful work and customers find quality products and services.  These kinds of organisations are able to adapt and respond to their environments and each time they do, they become smarter and stronger. 

Early in my career, I began working in the software industry for a company that was years ahead of its time in the way it managed people and encouraged creativity.  Over the years, I have stepped through the doors of literally hundreds of companies of all different sizes and industries.  Yet, I have rarely seen great organisations.  Innovation, employee engagement, and leadership are popular words in today’s business language.  They are easy to say, but difficult to actually achieve.

I am fascinated with all aspects of organisational dynamics and change that create positive change in organisations.    You can read more about my  full history and credentials here.

Sometimes my clients are small but growing organisations who seek business coaching to help them navigate through their stage of growth.  Other times, my clients are larger organsiations in transition and what they need is assistance with the complexitieis of creating true change.

By working with my clients as they navigate these transitions, together we create outstanding customer and employee experiences that drive business results. 

If your organisation requires change or growth support, I may be able to help.  Let’s chat.

Or visit the blog for some views from the curve – real stories and lessons of organisational change.

You might be wondering…

executive, employee and business coachingWhen should a company choose to use outside services?
There is no doubt that your company already possesses the skills and expertise it needs to be successful.  But, businesses often struggle to break their own patterns of behaviour.  Stating a desire to change is an important first step.  Actually making a shift often requires someone from the outside who can bring tools supported by research, experiences from other organsiations, and enthusiasm to try new things.

What is the difference between coaching and consulting?business growth strategies and consulting
Consultants bring expertise from the outside.  Coaches find and strengthen expertise on the inside.  My approach to consulting is somewhere in the middle.  I bring expertise and best practise learned from other client assignments and academic research.  But, I draw from and develop the strengths that already exist within your organisation.

handspringThe meaning behind the name… 
In gymnastics, a handspring is an acrobatic move that creates momentum which can be leveraged to perform subsequent moves.  Handspring Consulting helps organisations generate momentum. 

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I am  a member of the University of Sydney Coaching and Mentoring Association and a present and past mentor with Females in ITT.

Handspring also collaborates with the following business specialists: