Authentic Communication & Personal Development Coaching
Clarity, Trust, and Real Growth – for People and Businesses
Communication is the foundation of every relationship – at work, in the family, or with yourself. With my coaching, you gain authenticity, clarity, and strength for your personal development.
Over 45 years of management experience
Modern coaching methods with real depth
Focus on the needs of the younger generation
MY ADVANTAGES
Your Benefits in Coaching
With my coaching, you'll receive more than just advice—you'll benefit from experience, personalized support, and practical strategies. This will help you identify your personal and professional goals more clearly and achieve them sustainably.
Individual Support
Every session is customized to your personal situation – no standard solutions, but a process that really takes you further.
Experience & Competence
Over 45 years of management and coaching experience flow into every training – practical, realistic, and well‒founded.
Authentic Communication
Learn how to present yourself clearly, use body language effectively, and convey your message with real impact.
Focus on Generation Z
Young professionals and future leaders benefit from modern methods that take current challenges into account.
Values‒Based Work
Respect, trust, and appreciation are at the center – for sustainable results that you can feel in everyday life.
My Message to You
Every person carries the potential to appear clear, confident, and authentic.
This video gives you an insight into my approach and shows why your personal development is so close to my heart.
Who is my coaching for?
My services are aimed at people who want to take responsibility and further develop their personality.
The Outcome – What You Take Away
In the end, it’s all about your personal growth. You gain clarity, confidence, and the tools you can apply immediately.
More Self-Confidence
Present yourself with greater confidence – in conversations, presentations, and when making decisions.
Authentic Communication
Learn to deliver your message clearly and convincingly – both verbally and nonverbally.
Personal Growth
Develop resilience and inner strength that support you in every life and work situation.
MY OFFER
My Offer – Coaching with Structure and Depth
My coaching is individual, practical, and tailored to the real needs of my clients. Whether in one-on-one sessions or group training – each format is designed to strengthen your personality and enable genuine change driven by yourself.
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1:1 Coaching – In Person or Online
In individual sessions (€150/hour), I support you with topics such as communication, career planning, self‒reflection, or resilience. Each session ends with reflection and concrete takeaways that you can immediately apply in your daily life.
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Group Trainings & Seminars
For teams and companies, I offer customized seminars (€800–1200/day). Topics include, among others:
• Communication training and conversation techniques
• Presentations and public speaking
• Conflict management and team resilience
• Key account management and strategic planning
• Designing effective account development plans and involving internal stakeholders
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Kommunikationstraining & Präsentation
Speaking freely, reaching people, and convincing authentically – that’s the core of my communication training. You will learn how to use body language, voice, and presence effectively to engage your audience and deliver your message clearly.
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Personal Development with Depth
Personality analyses (e.g., Enneagram, DISC) and practical exercises provide insights into your strengths, patterns, and development potential. This creates clarity in decision‒making processes and strengthens your self‒esteem and self‒confidence.
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Career and Leadership Coaching
Whether you are an emerging leader or an experienced manager: I support you in preparing for new responsibilities, reflecting on your role, and building authentic leadership strength through transparent and open communication – as an essential tool for fostering mutual trust.
About Me
Axel Graefe
For me, coaching means seeing people in their uniqueness and accompanying them on their personal journey. I don’t see myself as a sparring partner who dictates what’s better, but as a companion who listens, provides impulses, and creates space for real growth. My goal: to support you in discovering your strengths and carrying them into the world with courage.
45 years of management and leadership experience
International work experience (USA, England, Switzerland)
Trained communication coach (Nägele & Partner)
Head of the Food Institute & Technical School KIN in Neumünster
Certified expertise & individually tailored coaching methods
My Approach in Comparison
Many providers rely on quick fixes or standardized programs. My approach is different:
Other Providers
Standardized seminars without individual adaptation
Focus only on teaching methods
Short-term motivation without lasting change
Axel Graefe
Individual support & customized programs
Combination of experience & modern coaching methods
Sustainable change through practice, reflection & trust
Focus on personal development & authenticity in presence and in both verbal and nonverbal communication
How We Work Together
Structure and clarity are essential in coaching – just as much as creating an atmosphere of trust.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How does a coaching session with you work?
Coaching begins with a personal initial consultation (approx. 1 hour). After that, we develop an individual program consisting of several sessions. Each session ends with reflection and practical exercises.
Can the coaching take place online?
Yes, I offer both online and in-person coaching – depending on your needs.
Do you only work with people from the food industry?
No. While my experience in this industry is valuable, my methods are applicable across all sectors – for professionals, leaders, and private individuals.
How much does coaching cost?
Individual coaching sessions are €150 per hour. Group trainings range between €800–1200 per day. Prices are agreed upon individually.
Which methods do you use?
In addition to conversations and practical exercises, I work with personality analyses (e.g., Enneagram), sequential and spontaneous role plays, communication training, and in groups with open feedback rounds to strengthen a culture of trust.
THE ENDE
Summary
Individual 1:1 Support with Clear Structure and Measurable Progress
In my 1:1 coaching, we focus on strengthening your communication and decision-making skills – with structured sessions, reflections, and concrete impulses for implementation. The setting is personal, confidential, and geared toward sustainable change, available online or in person – depending on your needs.
Communication Training for Generation Z in Companies That Want Results
I combine 45 years of management and leadership experience with modern methods to empower young professionals and emerging leaders – especially in the food and supplier industry. The goal: authentic presence, stronger self-confidence, and improved team communication in day-to-day business.
Presentation Coaching Without the Slide Show – Convincing Free Speaking
Instead of a PowerPoint firework, we train presence, voice, eye contact, pauses, and storyline. You’ll learn to deliver messages clearly, read your audience, and respond spontaneously – for meetings, pitches, and leadership situations.
Key Account Management Coaching for Technology, Sales & Food Suppliers
For new or aspiring KAMs: structured account planning, prioritization, stakeholder management, and bridging the language gap between development, marketing, and sales. We close the typical disconnect between “tech speaks tech” and “marketing speaks market.”
Deep Personal Development – Enneagram & Practical Exercises
With solid personality analyses (e.g., Enneagram), we create orientation, identify patterns, and unlock strengths. Exercises, role plays, and feedback ensure transfer into practice – always with respect, appreciation, and genuine attentiveness.
Strengthening Resilience, Building Confidence, Gaining Clarity in Decisions
Many clients come with insecurities in communication, conflict, and career issues. Together we build inner stability, clear goals, and a confident presence – from daily stand-ups to boardroom presentations.
Coaching for Emerging Leaders – From Specialist to Confident Role
Whether you are a technician moving into sales or a young leader: we clarify your role, scope of responsibility, and expectation management – and build leadership strength that drives performance and fosters trust.
Seminars & Team Formats That Lead to Real Action
Tailored workshops for teams: conversation skills, conflict resolution, presentation practice, KAM basics. Always with a safe framework, clear structure, and exercises that work immediately in daily life – instead of generic standard modules.
Leveraging Industry Knowledge: Focus on the Food Industry & Suppliers
My background in training, development, and talent growth in food-related environments shapes my approach. I bridge gaps between generations, departments, and levels of expectation – helping to anchor performance goals in a clear and motivating way.
Trust as a Guiding Principle – Safe Space, Clear Agreements, Tangible Benefits
Initial consultation, customized program, sessions with practice and feedback, followed by integration: this creates a process that provides security and delivers results – for individuals and organizations.
