Services for Organisations

Training, Coaching, Consultancy, Keynotes

Helping Global Leaders and Multicultural Teams Thrive

I help organisations develop the leadership skills, communication skills and cultural intelligence needed to succeed in increasingly international workplaces.

Through evidence-based training, executive coaching, keynote talks and tailored development programmes, I support leaders and teams in strengthening collaboration, navigating complexity and creating healthier, more effective ways of working.

My approach combines Positive Psychology, behavioural science and extensive international experience to create practical learning experiences that lead to meaningful and lasting change.

A free, no-obligation 30–40-minute conversation to discuss your organisation’s challenges, goals and whether we are a good fit.


Supporting Organisations Through Today's People Challenges

Organisations are increasingly navigating complex people challenges — from developing leaders and supporting international talent to building stronger collaboration across diverse teams.

I help organisations address challenges such as:

  • Developing confident and effective leaders

  • Improving communication and collaboration across teams

  • Strengthening psychological safety and trust

  • Supporting multicultural and international teams

  • Building resilience and sustainable performance

  • Developing emotional intelligence and self-awareness

  • Supporting employees through change and career transitions

Together, we identify the most relevant approach for your organisation, your people and your objectives.


Solutions for Leaders, Teams and Organisations

Whether you are looking to develop leaders, strengthen collaboration, support international talent or create a healthier workplace culture, I offer tailored solutions designed around your organisation’s needs and objectives.

From focused interventions to longer-term development journeys, I combine training, coaching and facilitation approaches to create meaningful learning experiences and lasting behavioural change.

Workshops and Team Training

Developing the skills that help people and teams perform at their best

Interactive and practical learning experiences designed to strengthen the human skills that drive effective collaboration and performance.

My workshops combine evidence-based insights, reflection, discussion and practical tools that participants can immediately apply in their day-to-day work.

Possible topics include:

  • Leadership and self-leadership

  • Emotional intelligence (EI)

  • Cultural Intelligence (CQ)

  • Communication and difficult conversations

  • Psychological safety and trust

  • Working effectively across cultures

  • Confidence and resilience

  • Wellbeing and sustainable performance

Sessions can range from short interactive workshops and keynote-style sessions to full-day programmes and multi-session learning journeys (contact me to discuss, or see existing workshops here).

Executive Coaching

Helping leaders navigate complexity and unlock their potential

Leadership becomes increasingly complex as responsibilities grow. Executive coaching provides leaders with the space to reflect, gain clarity, strengthen self-awareness and develop the mindset and behaviours needed to lead effectively.

Coaching can support:

  • New and emerging leaders

  • International assignments and transitions

  • Leaders managing multicultural teams

  • Communication and relationship challenges

  • Executive presence and confidence

  • Sustainable high performance

Each coaching journey is tailored to the individual while remaining aligned with organisational objectives.

Keynote Talks

Inspiring audiences with evidence-based insights and practical strategies

My keynote talks combine research, personal experience and practical tools to help audiences reflect differently and take meaningful action.

Possible themes include:

  • Leadership in an increasingly complex world

  • Psychological safety and inclusion

  • Confidence and self-doubt

  • Thriving in international environments

  • Communication across cultures

  • Wellbeing and resilience

Ideal for conferences, company events, leadership days and employee development initiatives.

Tailored Development Programmes

Creating deeper impact through a personalised approach

Some organisational challenges require more than a single session.

I work with organisations to design tailored development programmes combining workshops, consultancy, coaching, facilitation and follow-up support.

This approach is particularly valuable for:

  • Leadership development initiatives

  • High-potential programmes

  • Multicultural teams

  • Organisational transitions

  • Building stronger collaboration and communication

Together, we create a solution that fits your people, your culture and your goals.


Trusted By Organisations, Teams and Professionals Worldwide

I'm proud to have worked with organisations, universities, associations and international communities across Europe and beyond, supporting leaders, teams and professionals from a wide range of industries and cultural backgrounds.

Associação das Família de Diplomatas Portugueses

I have also worked on a private capacity with professionals from companies and organisations such as:

What Clients Say

"Natalia delivered an outstanding work-life balance training for a truly diverse and international faculty members at Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences that was both insightful and practical. Her expertise in helping expats and international professionals navigate their personal and professional lives abroad is truly commendable. The strategies she shared have been instrumental in enhancing our team's productivity and overall well-being.

Highly recommend her coaching services!"

Rauf Abdul

Head of School of Business, HR Business Partner,

Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences

"Very inspiring and useful workshop. I recommend to everyone"

Melike A.

Participant

"Natália delivered the workshop 'Building Your Mental Fitness' to our staff members, a multicultural group of academic and professional staff members of diverse age groups. It was a pleasure to collaborate with Natália on this.

Not only did she deliver an engaging and well-prepared, interactive session, she also actively supported us in finding and designing a suitable topic, covering various interests. Her flexibility, support and proactiveness made the preparation and organisation, as well as the post-workshop evaluation, a very smooth and easy-going process.

She strikes the perfect balance between sharing her expertise and knowledge, and being able to customise and create something that fits with your organisation's needs."

Maike Zürcher

HR Manager,

Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences

"Every professional should attend this kind of workshop, not depending on path and type of career. It opens different perspectives.”

Vitalija P.

Participant

"I highly recommend Natália Leal as an outstanding speaker for training and workshops focused on cross-cultural understanding and communication. During the recent 'Bridging Cultural Difference' online workshop, which I attended [and co-organised] through Lean In NL, Natália delivered an exceptional experience that deepened my understanding of cultural dynamics and offered practical strategies for intercultural connection.

[…] As the speaker in a diverse, mixed-nationality group, Natália created a welcoming and inclusive virtual space that encouraged meaningful conversations among attendees from various cultural backgrounds. This diversity greatly enriched the experience, providing each of us with the unique opportunity to engage directly with people from other countries and expand our perspectives.

[…] Natália's warmth, expertise, and genuine passion for her work shone through every aspect of the workshop. […] I would highly recommend Natália Leal to any organization or community seeking to enhance cultural competency and support the success of international professionals."

Emily Chang

Event professional | Product marketing & management

Head of Events for Lean In Network Netherlands

"Very well structured and to the point.”

Laura B.

Participant


20+ Years of International Experience | Supporting Professionals from 30+ Nationalities |

Delivering Programmes Across Europe and Beyond | Tailored to Every Organisation


Why Organisations Choose to Work With Me

Effective development goes beyond delivering engaging workshops or coaching sessions. It requires understanding people, creating psychological safety and translating ideas into practical action.

My approach combines scientific evidence with genuine human connection to create learning experiences that are engaging, relevant and designed for lasting impact.

Evidence-Based

Grounded in Positive Psychology, behavioural science and coaching methodologies, my work combines the latest research with practical application.

International Perspective

Having lived and worked across different countries, I combine first-hand international experience with Cultural Intelligence (CQ) to help leaders and teams collaborate more effectively across cultures.

Tailored to Your Organisation

Every organisation is different. Rather than delivering off-the-shelf programmes, I design each engagement around your people, culture and objectives.

Interactive and Practical

Participants don't just gain new insights—they leave with practical tools and strategies they can immediately apply in their work.


A Human-Centred, Evidence-Based Approach

Meaningful development happens when people are not only given new knowledge, but also have the opportunity to reflect, practise and apply what they learn.

My approach combines evidence-based frameworks from Positive Psychology, behavioural science and coaching with practical exercises, meaningful conversations and real-world examples.

Whether working with leaders, teams or international professionals, I create learning experiences that are engaging, reflective and focused on lasting behavioural change.


Partnering With Training Providers

Many organisations work with trusted learning partners to provide specialised expertise for their clients.

I collaborate with training providers, consultancies and learning organisations that are looking to expand their learning and development offering with expertise in:

International leadership

Multicultural communication

Emotional intelligence

Psychological safety

Positive Psychology

Executive coaching

I can support your programmes as an:

Associate trainer

Facilitator

Executive coach

Specialist speaker

With a combination of professional expertise, international experience and an engaging, practical delivery style, I help create learning experiences that resonate with diverse audiences.

If you are looking for a partner to strengthen your leadership and people development offering, I would be happy to explore how we could work together.


Frequently Asked Questions

Do you customise programmes for each organisation?

Yes. Every organisation has different goals, challenges and audiences. I adapt each engagement to your context, whether you are looking for a keynote, a workshop, executive coaching or a longer-term development programme.

Do you work with international and multicultural teams?

Yes. This is one of my key areas of expertise. Having lived and worked internationally for over 20 years, I understand the opportunities and challenges of multicultural workplaces and globally mobile professionals.

Do you deliver sessions online or in person?

I offer both online and in-person sessions, depending on your organisation’s needs, location and objectives.

What size groups do you work with?

I work with different group sizes, from smaller leadership teams to larger audiences for keynotes and company events. The format and approach are adapted depending on the number of participants and desired outcomes.

Can you combine training, coaching and follow-up support?

Yes. Some challenges require more than a single session. I can design tailored programmes combining workshops, coaching, facilitation and follow-up activities to support longer-term development.

Do you collaborate with training providers or organisations?

Yes. I collaborate with training organisations, consultancies and learning partners as an associate trainer, facilitator, executive coach or specialist speaker.

How far in advance should we book a programme?

Ideally, I recommend contacting me 2-3 months in advance to allow sufficient time to understand your objectives, tailor the programme and ensure the best possible experience for your participants.

Do you work with organisations outside the Netherlands?

Yes. I work with international organisations and teams across different countries, delivering programmes both online and in person worldwide.

Do you work with individuals, teams, or both?

Both. Most of my organisational work is with teams and groups — training sessions, workshops, and consultancy for a specific challenge. I also offer 1:1 executive coaching, usually alongside team-level work or for individual leaders navigating a transition.

What topics do you specialise in?

 I specialise in topics related to leadership, communication, wellbeing and thriving in international and multicultural environments.

Depending on your organisation’s needs, programmes can include:

Leadership and self-leadership

Emotional intelligence

Cultural Intelligence

Communication and difficult conversations

Psychological safety and trust

Working effectively across cultures

Confidence and resilience

Wellbeing and sustainable performance

I also design tailored programmes around specific organisational challenges and development goals.

Do you deliver programmes in languages other than English?

English is my primary working language. I also deliver programmes in Portuguese and, depending on the topic and audience, may be able to deliver sessions in French or Spanish.


Let's Discuss Your Organisation's Needs

Every organisation has different challenges, goals and people.

A Strategy Call is an opportunity to discuss your objectives, explore how I can best support your organisation's goals and see whether we are the right fit to work together.

Whether you are looking for a workshop, leadership development programme, executive coaching or a tailored solution, I would be happy to explore how I can support your organisation.

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