The people make the industry
I work with leaders and organisations in the superyacht industry on the people side of business — including leadership, working relationships and organisational change.
I bring an independent perspective to help understand what is happening and find the best way forward.
The human side needs expertise as well.
The superyacht industry is built on exceptional technical expertise, craftsmanship and high standards. But much of what determines how well an organisation functions happens between people.
Leadership, communication, working relationships and change all require an understanding of human behaviour.
This is where my expertise complements yours.
LEADERSHIP
You want to better understand how you lead, communicate and affect the people around you — and develop an approach that works for you and your team.
RELATIONSHIPS
Communication or collaboration is not working as well as it could, and you want to understand why and improve the way people work together.
STEPPING INTO LEADERSHIP
You are taking on leadership responsibility for the first time and want to understand what your new role requires and how to make it your own.
COMPLEX QUESTIONS
You need someone alongside you who can listen, challenge your thinking and help to see the bigger picture.
Experience in the industry.
Expertise in human behaviour.
Where I add value
My work centres around three areas where understanding human behaviour helps people and organisations function better.
01 - LEADERSHIP
Understanding how you lead, communicate and make decisions, and developing the skills and awareness needed to lead others effectively.
02 - PEOPLE & RELATIONSHIPS
Understanding what drives people, what affects communication and collaboration, and working on what is needed to improve how people work together.
03 - CHANGE & ORGANISATION
Understanding how organisational decisions and change affect people, and helping navigate the human side of change so that people and the organisation can move forward.
I start by listening.
Every situation is different. Before deciding what is needed, I want to understand the question, the context and the people involved.
I listen, ask questions and bring an independent perspective. Together, we get clear on what is happening, what needs to change and what will help move things forward.
What follows depends on the situation. It might mean individual support, working with a team or addressing a wider organisational question.
DIANA DE BRUIN | INDEPENDENT STRATEGIC PARTNER
A career in the industry.
A fascination with people.
The superyacht industry has been a constant throughout my career. I’ve worked closely with senior leadership, managed complex stakeholder relationships and been involved in international projects and events.
Over the years, I became increasingly interested in what drives people, how we influence each other and what helps people work well together.
I founded Suited Support to give the people side of the superyacht industry the attention and expertise it deserves — so that both people and organisations can perform better.
Diana challenges my thinking.
That can be confronting sometimes but I know it is exactly what I need to gain a broader perspective and make better decisions.
— Captain, Superyacht Industry