Dr. Mo Sattar
Coach Overview:
Dr. Mohammed (Mo) Sattar is a Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Coach. Helping leaders and organizations unlock their full potential by coaching them to elevate their leadership and team dynamics skills strategically.
With three decades of leadership experience in a Fortune 50 global organization and 16 years in higher education, Mo brings a wealth of knowledge to his role as a Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Coach. Mo seamlessly integrates emotional intelligence tools like DiSC, Five Team Behaviors, Predictive Index, PXT, and Checkpoint 360 and change management frameworks to help individuals, teams, and organizations enhance their effectiveness and achieve sustainable results.
He has coached leaders and teams in the non-profit arena, including higher education and various for-profit enterprises. Mo has coached undergraduate chairs, graduate program directors, human resource executives, the Dean of Students and Engagement, and various teams in higher education.
Statement of Coaching Philosophy:
Mo’s coaching philosophy centers on empowering individuals and teams to reach their highest potential by combining the principles of emotional intelligence, appreciative inquiry, and change management frameworks. He adheres to the International Coaching Federation (ICF) practices and standards, ensuring a professional, ethical, and effective coaching process. Mo believes that true growth and transformation come from understanding and harnessing one’s emotional landscape while navigating change effectively. Mo helps clients achieve their goals and sustain meaningful progress by fostering self-awareness, empathy, and resilience. As one of his clients noted, “At the end of the day, engaging with a coach should result in positive change, and I have found Mo’s insight and assistance invaluable in all regards.” This testimonial encapsulates his commitment to providing tailored, impactful coaching that drives lasting success.
Coaching Expertise:
Over five years of experience in leadership and team coaching in the non-profit arena, including higher education and various for-profit enterprises.
- Leadership Development: Coaching leaders to enhance their leadership skills, adapt their style to different situations, and drive team performance. This includes using tools to set the baseline, like PXT and Checkpoint 360 and verbal 360 feedback.
- Team Dynamics: Facilitating improved communication, collaboration, and team cohesion to enhance overall effectiveness and productivity.
Using tools to set the baseline and help clients create a development plan: Identifying the right assessment tools based on client needs, such as the DiSC Work of Leaders assessment, DiSC Agile EQ, DiSC Productive Conflict, The Five Behaviors framework, PROSCI-ADKAR change management model, and Six Thinking Hats.
Experience with Higher Education and/or Academic Medical Centers:
With over 16 years in higher education as a full-time faculty member and in an administrative role as a director of an MBA program, Mo has designed and delivered integrated curricula, program assessments, and courses in both on-campus and online formats. He effectively utilizes technology and professional adult learning methodologies. Recently, on June 30, 2024, he retired as Professor Emeritus.
During his academic tenure, Mo played key roles in university-level strategic and cultural enhancement strategies. He was a member of:
- Vision and Strategic Planning Committee
- Culture enhancement committee
- Pension Committee
- Faculty development committee
Representative Coaching Engagements:
Mo has been a sought-after coach by adult MBA students, alumni, and his colleagues in higher education. His experience and expertise have made him a valuable resource for individual and team coaching across various roles, including:
- Undergraduate Program Chairs
- Graduate Program Directors
- Human Resource Executive and her team
- Dean of Students and Engagement and her team
A Head of Human resources commented: “I had the privilege of working with Dr. Mo Sattar for leadership coaching, and I can confidently say it was a transformative experience. As I transitioned into my new leadership role, I grappled with various challenges and uncertainties. However, Dr. Sattar was instrumental in providing me with the necessary tools and guidance to navigate through these obstacles successfully. What truly sets Dr. Sattar apart is his genuine commitment to the growth and development of those he works with. His expertise, professionalism, and genuine passion for helping others succeed are evident in his approach. He also provided coaching to my team, and the positive feedback from my team speaks volumes about the impact of his coaching.”
Certifications and Trainings:
- Executive Coaching from the Center of Executive Coaching (CEC)
- Wiley DiSC Partner
- The Five Behaviors (Patrick Lencioni Framework) Partner
- PROCSI -ADKAR Change Management
- Predictive Index (PI) Talent Optimization
- Association of Talent Development (ATD) Change Management
Education:
- Doctor of Professional Studies, Management Major, Pace University, 2018
- S. Management, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1983
- S. Mechanical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1981
- B.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Connecticut, 1979