Professional coach Paris - Delphine Joubert
Turn your professional challenges in Paris into development opportunities.
Individual and team coaching for executives and managers - RNCP & ICF certified
The specific challenges facing executives in Paris
Ultra-competitive environment
The density of the Parisian economic fabric generates intense competitive pressure. Between innovative start-ups in the 2nd arrondissement and major groups in La Défense, executives and senior managers have to constantly prove their added value and stand out from the crowd in a constantly changing ecosystem.
A frenetic pace
The Parisian tempo demands rapid decision-making, marathon days between strategic meetings and optimised transport journeys. This constant intensity can lead to tension and questions about work-life balance.
Frequent transitions
Mergers, acquisitions, reorganisations, head office relocations... Parisian companies are changing at a rapid pace, creating a constant need for management teams and managers at all levels to adapt.
Multicultural diversity
Managing teams with varied profiles, navigating different corporate cultures, adapting to Parisian business codes and international expectations... these are all managerial challenges specific to the French business capital.
Tight executive job market: support as the new differentiator
executive recruitment in the Paris Region
A rude awakening after a decade of euphoria. For the first time since 2000, executive employment in the Paris region is in massive decline. From 330,000 recruitments in 2023 to 303,400 in 2024: the "party is over" and 2025 - 2026 look even more difficult.
executives in Île-de-France, i.e. half of all French executives
This concentration is unique in the world, making the region the national driver of executive employment. However, despite this exceptional pool of executives, 54% of companies in the Paris region are still struggling to recruit.
of early redundancies among large companies in the Paris region
Since 2019, organisations with more than 50 employees have seen a marked increase in the number of trial period terminations. In industry, this increase has even reached +41%. This is a strong indication of the limits of onboarding, even in the best-structured organisations.
Delphine Joubert, your partner in success
Nationally and internationally recognised expertise
RNCP and ICF certifications : My expertise is recognised in France with RNCP certification (Répertoire national des certifications professionnelles) and internationally with ICF certification (International Coaching Federation). These two accreditations guarantee the quality and ethics of my coaching.
In-depth training : I've taken two individual and team coaching courses, totalling around 250 hours, and every year I continue to dedicate time to developing my coaching practice and posture.
Continuous supervision : Since launching my business, I have chosen to be supervised by a pair of psychosociologist coaches during seven days of group supervision a year. This approach guarantees the consistent quality of my work.
Absolute confidentiality : Your discussions take place in a totally secure environment, which is essential if you are to address your strategic thinking and sensitive issues.
Measurable results We'll work together to define clear objectives and a personalised follow-up to measure your progress in concrete terms.
A pragmatic approach adapted to Paris
Knowledge of the Paris market : My experience as an executive in Paris-based companies and my day-to-day work give me a good understanding of the specificities of the Parisian business world, its codes and its challenges.
Geographical flexibility : I can travel to your company anywhere in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, or meet you in my Paris office (15th arrondissement), depending on your preferences.
Adapting to your constraints My approach is tailored to the realities of the professional world in Paris.
My support as a professional coach in Paris
For companies in Paris
Coaching for new recruits and preventing integration failure
Intensive support for executives and senior managers to get to grips with the critical first few months. With over 37% trial period terminations in major Parisian companies, this tailor-made approach secures your strategic recruitment.
Supporting managerial change
Individualised support during mergers, reorganisations or digital pivots to maintain the commitment of individuals and teams. I support managers and managers of managers in mastering the new soft skills and interpersonal skills that are essential in a globalised economy and with the growing role of AI. Note, Unow 2025 Barometer and Neobrain synthesis: over 70% of HR managers in the Paris region identify behavioural and interpersonal skills as priorities in the age of AI and increased digitalisation of organisations.
Highly effective team coaching
Optimising collaboration and collective leadership, taking into account the specific characteristics of Paris: hybrid, multicultural teams, ambitious objectives and a fast pace. My work focuses on collective dynamics, improving modes of cooperation and transforming tensions into drivers of optimal efficiency.
Benefits for your company
- Secure your recruitment investments by drastically reducing integration failures
- A collaborative approach: working in tandem with HR teams to ensure shared management and measurable, tangible results.
- Funding: Eligible for OPCO and skills development plan funding.
For executives and senior managers in Paris
Successfully taking up a new post and avoiding integration failure
Master the codes and political issues of your new Parisian environment. Develop your influence strategy to successfully integrate during those critical first few months in a market where 30% of executives fail because the graft didn't take hold quickly enough. (Harvard Business Review 2025)
Steering your managerial transformation
Mastering the new skills of hybrid leadership and change management. Adapting to changes in management in Paris, where 74% of HR managers consider these skills to be essential for success (Baromètre 2025 des compétences des primo-managers - Cegos Group, Centre Inffo synthesis, August 2025).
Negotiating mobility from a position of strength
Build your career differentiation strategy in a market that has turned (-8% recruitment in 2024). Turn sector tensions into career opportunities despite tougher recruitment conditions.
Benefits for you
- Avoiding failure in the first 100 days
- Develop your differentiation strategy to negotiate from a position of strength despite the market downturn
- Continue to develop your potential for managerial and leadership transformation
Testimonials
How does your career coaching work?
Where do we meet?
On your company premises : I can travel to any part of Paris and the inner suburbs to suit your business needs.
In my Paris office: Paris 15th district.
Hybrid format : Possibility of alternating face-to-face and distance (video) sessions according to your needs and schedule.
Professional coaching process
DIAGNOSIS & SCOPING
First exchange free of charge (30 minutes to 1 hour)
Analysis of your situation, presentation of my method and validation of our compatibility.
Setting measurable objectives
Co-construction of your project with concrete indicators and personalised planning.
ACTIVE SUPPORT
Regular one-to-one sessions (1h to 1h30)
Pace adapted to your needs, with practical tools and exercises between sessions as required.
Personalised follow-up
Ongoing adjustments as you progress and your challenges evolve.
ANCHORING & AUTONOMY
Objectives achieved
Concrete evaluation of results and consolidation of new practices.
Action plan for the future
Empowerment strategy and resources to continue your journey.
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Professional coaching throughout Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Operations in all Paris arrondissements and the inner suburbs
Whether you're located in the La Défense business district, in the start-ups of the Sentier (2nd arrondissement), the head offices of the Champs-Élysées (8th arrondissement), the companies of Boulogne-Billancourt or the offices of Neuilly-sur-Seine, I'll be there to support you.
Easy access: My office at La Motte Piquet Grenelle is easily accessible by metro (lines 6, 8, 10) and bus (line 80), with the possibility of parking for Vélib, scooters and cars.
Adaptation to Parisian constraints: possibility of early morning or late afternoon sessions.
Proximity and responsiveness: rapid response to your questions.
Ready to give your professional life a new lease of life?
The time has come to take action
Whether you're questioning your professional future, preparing to take on a strategic position, or looking to optimise the effectiveness of your teams, coaching can make all the difference.
- 24-hour response to your request for an appointment
- No-obligation first appointment
- Confidential 30-minute discussion
- Personalised analysis of your situation
- Presentation of the support method
What is the average length of a coaching session?
The duration varies according to your objectives and situation. Start-up coaching generally lasts 3 to 6 months (6 to 12 sessions), while career transition coaching can last 6 to 12 months. We'll work together to define the optimum duration during our first meeting.
How much does business coaching in Paris cost?
For individuals: Individual coaching from €150/hour, depending on your coaching project.
For companies: A personalised quote is provided for each assignment. Many companies finance coaching via the training plan or the OPCO.
What is the difference between coaching and training?
Training imparts knowledge, coaching reveals your potential. In coaching, you remain the expert on your situation, while I bring a method and a questioning approach to help you find your own solutions adapted to the Parisian environment or your mobility needs.
What happens during the first contact?
An initial discussion of 30 minutes to 1 hour is offered to analyse your situation, present my method and validate our working compatibility.
How do I make an appointment?
Contact me directly by phone on +33 6 62 50 23 69by email delphine@djoubert.co or via the contact form. I prefer direct contact to fit in with your schedule.
I'm an English speaker. Do you offer coaching in English?
Yes, I am certified bilingual professional coach. I coach in both English and French, using English almost as my mother tongue. This linguistic expertise enables me to provide effective support to expatriates, international teams and executives working in a multicultural environment in Paris.
Yes, I'm a certified bilingual coach and speak English almost as fluently as my native French. I regularly support expats and international executives based in Paris.
Is coaching only face-to-face?
I offer a range of methods to suit your needs: face-to-face in Paris or by videoconference. With my clients operating in different time zones, I have developed expertise in remote support that is just as effective as face-to-face.