Calm mind, strong heart.
I help faculty, staff, industry professionals and academic leaders transition into, out of, and within higher education by co-creating a path to flourish in the academy through professional coaching and consulting.
Are you new to working in higher education or facing new challenges?
Working in higher education is one of the most rewarding career choices in the world but it can also be confusing and frustrating. Especially during a global pandemic and time of social unrest. Faculty and staff enter the academy in many different ways, with diverse backgrounds and at different times in their life. Everyone brings different strengths to the table but sometimes it’s difficult to navigate academia and to determine how to leverage those attributes to become a cutting-edge scholar or transformative leader while also leading a happy, balanced life. I’m here to help you envision and implement your academic journey every step of the way.
Coaching for Faculty
Whether you‘re thinking about entering academia as a brand-new faculty member or are an experienced scholar exploring new directions, I’m here to help you think through your options and guide you through the world of academia, so that you can maximize your potential. Develop your most authentic self as a faculty member at any stage of your career.
Coaching for Leaders
Higher education needs inclusive and effective leaders but many are expected to step into the role with little or no training. I partner with academic leaders at any stage of their career to help them develop and implement an authentic leadership style that is aligned with their values so that they can effectively elevate their unit to the next level.
Meet your coach.
Hi! My name is Frauke Hachtmann and I’m a fully promoted, tenured faculty member at a Big 10 university with 20 years of experience in the academy, including numerous leadership roles. As part of my journey, I’ve mentored many faculty, students, and staff and discovered my passion for developing people.
I was born and raised in Germany and came to the United States as a D1 student-athlete. Because of my international background, I have always been fascinated by culture and how it affects communication, decision-making, and growth.
In addition to my academic credentials and professional experience, I am a board-certified coach focusing primarily on partnering with people and teams in higher education but also non-academic businesses and organizations.
