About

About Mica Allan PCC, Career Coach, Leadership Coach, Communication Skills Coaching, Team Coaching

Hi, I’m Mica.

The communications skills wizard you’ve been looking for. I’m a qualified teacher, trainer and coach (PCC).

I can show you how to use your words well to develop solid working relationships, deliver constructive feedback, and manage relationships with stakeholders and customers all in a clear, supportive way.

I’ll introduce you to a range of communication techniques and provide a safe space as you grow your communication muscles and push outside of your boundaries.

Coming from a teaching background, I know that learning is best done when people are engaged. So my coaching and courses contain variety, play and creativity.

And feedback I receive from clients is that they find working with me fun and focused. And they see their confidence and communication skills blossom.

In my programmes, you’ll find some fun approaches and resources. A duck billed platypus (not a real one). The favourite item in your fridge. Page 29 of that book fourth from the left behind you.

You’ll also find quiet, reflective exercises to get you tilting your head, squinting your eyes a bit and thinking about something from a different perspective.

And this is the kind of stuff people get up to when they work with me. Sound like your cup of tea?

Check out my 1-1 coaching packages or my range of bitesize training modules for groups, teams or for your next “Lunch and Learn.”

To find out how I’ve helped others, see what former happy clients have said below. And for more on my professional and personal background, scroll a little bit more…

  • Testimonial for Mica Allan, PCC, Communication Skills, Career and Team Coach

    “Working with Mica is effective and fun. I appreciated the sharing of best practices and external resources, and the training with very creative exercises. After our journey together, my communication skills are really boosted."


    Giorgia Candiani
    Head of Data Analytics
    Blink

  • Testimonial for Mica Allan, PCC, Communication Skills, Career and Team Coach

    "I worked with Mica for two quarters specifically on my communications skills. She took a very hands on and practical approach while still leaving me in the driver's seat which I have massively appreciated. I left the sessions with tools I was able to implement in my day to day life. I can't recommend Mica enough. I am very grateful for everything I learnt with her."


    Molly (Benn) Lyy
    Manager, Partnership Strategy and Ops.
    Snap Inc.

  • Testimonial for Mica Allan, PCC, Communication Skills, Career and Team Coach

    “Mica coached me during a career transition. I was leaving a toxic work environment and seeking clarity to find a new role aligned with my values and career objectives. Mica was incredible at asking questions that made me reflect on things from a different angle, bringing fresh perspective. Mica also has a great memory and keeps connecting the dots throughout the coaching process. On top of everything, she is incredibly kind, thoughtful and a great listener. What a fantastic coaching experience!”


    Patricia Bittencourt
    Senior Business Partner
    Ecosystem

  • Testimonial for Mica Allan, PCC, Communication Skills, Career and Team Coach

    "Mica’s insights, tips, and constructive feedback have helped me navigate various communication challenges. Mica’s coaching has not only improved my ability to articulate thoughts effectively but has also boosted my confidence professionally and personally. I am grateful to you, Mica, for your time and effort, providing immensely valuable strategies and tools. Your approach, expertise and genuine commitment to my growth, has made a significant impact on my communication."


    Kalpana S.
    Zonal Sales Manager
    Envu India

My story

I was seven when I decided I wanted to be a teacher and I’ve now been happily working in learning and development for over 25 years in four different countries – the UK, Italy, Iceland and currently, The Netherlands.

In developing people’s communication skills, I’ve worked with clients in many different industries. And I coach and train people in all kinds of roles: those in their first jobs, independent contributors, managers, directors, VPs, entrepreneurs and political ministers.

All of my qualifications are focused in the education field.

I’m a qualified English teacher, CIPD certified trainer, ICF PCC coach, a certified team coach, and a licensed career coach. In addition, I’ve got two Master’s degrees – in Qualitative Research Methods and International Education. I use all of these to get the best out of others and develop their confidence, skills and knowledge. And as an ICF PCC Coach I abide by their Code of Ethics.

So, that’s the professional bit about me.

For more of a personal background, I’m originally from Edinburgh, Scotland. Marrying a lovely Viking took me to live in Iceland, The Land of Fire and Ice, and my Viking and I now live in The Netherlands, The Land of Tulips and Cheese, near the beautiful city of Amsterdam.

Finally, here are 5 fun facts about me:

🔸 I colour in to chill out
🔸 I’m a West Wing nut and have seen the series 8 times
🔸 There are 31 different kinds of tea in my kitchen
🔸 I was a freelance writer for 11 years
🔸 I’ve run 2 public speaking and debating clubs, debating in international competitions

I use these skills to help people develop their career and their communication skills, getting them seen, heard and valued in the workplace.

And there’s a whole lot of benefits from working on improving your communications skills.