Your Partner in People-Centered Leadership

Thriving as a manager isn’t just about hitting targets or following policies. It’s about mastering the people side of leadership.

That means knowing how to:

Handle tough, uncomfortable conversations,
Foster trust in challenging moments, and
Create a team culture where collaboration, respect, and growth come naturally.

If the hardest part of your job as a manager is navigating the social dynamics — the team conflicts, generational gaps, trust issues or feeling the pressure to people please - I’m here for you!

I’ve worked with managers at community-centered organizations, non-profits, and foundations who feel pressure to deliver results and prove they are a capable leader.

For example, I’ve coached managers through mediating difficult conversations between team members and senior leaders from different generations, helping them bridge understanding gaps, lead with confidence, and create teams where individuals feel valued, heard, and motivated.

I help managers like you navigate the messy dynamics that come with leading a team.

Together, we’ll tackle the root causes of workplace challenges—unspoken tensions, miscommunication, power dynamics—and turn them into opportunities for growth.

You’ll be equipped with practical tools and strategies to lead with confidence and clarity, so you can stop second-guessing yourself and start focusing on what really matters: building a team that thrives.

My approach is grounded in empathy, deep listening, and getting to the heart of what’s happening in your workplace.

We won’t use quick fixes or one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we’ll help you to dig deeper, uncover patterns, and create lasting change in how you lead and connect with your team.

This process helps you become a leader who can confidently navigate challenges, build stronger connections, and inspire collaboration across your team.

With these skills, you'll not only support your team today but also position yourself for future leadership opportunities.

If you’re ready to be the kind of manager who feels confident leading and navigating the social dynamics of your team or you’re an organization that wants this for your managers, let’s connect.

Your Partner,

Founder & CEO, Phern Education Studios LLC

Reflections from those we’ve partnered with

LANEEN W.

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Whether you're coming to her as a blank slate and lost or with a solid foundation and inquiry, Abbiola has the range to help people just starting out as well as those further along in their leadership journey.
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JOANNA W.

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Abbiola has the miraculous ability to make you feel completely safe while inviting you to commit to action.
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ANONYMOUS WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT

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Abbiola's ability to ask & help us navigate the uncomfortable questions made this training super powerful!
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ANONYMOUS WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT

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"Abbiola is a dynamic and empowering consultant & coach who guides her clients seamlessly through navigating difficult topics and issues, breaking down barriers and issues while enlightening and fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility.
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