Be Curious Coaching | Kia Mahira Te Whakaako

Kia ora

I’m a mother and a wife, of Rarotongan and Ngāpuhi descent. A career of teaching and learning has led me to start Kia Mahira – meaning ‘Be Curious’. Be Curious is a tenet I have used in my life to inspire me and work hard till I find solutions.

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I’m passionate about diversity, whanau, education, connection, and identity and all of these play an important role in the work I do. I am skilled in coaching, education, facilitation, and learning management,  a certified Executive Coach and am currently writing a research thesis for Master of Education Leadership focussed on 'listening as a leadership skill'.

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My coaching has grown out of a love of learning, a fascination with identity and connection, and a desire to help. I want to help facilitate your growth and the growth of your team.

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Kia Mahira centralizes three core Māori values in our coaching.

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• Whakawhanuangatanga – the process of establishing relationships, relating to others

• Mahi ngā tahi – working together, collaboration, cooperation

• Whanake – to grow

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As someone with over 20+ years of experience in education, I know there are times when you lose your curiosity, times where you are stuck in a dilemma or times when you know your team could be performing better.

Kia Mahira is there to inspire you to remain curious and aid your growth.  

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Naku te rourou nau te rourou ka ora ai te iwi

With your basket and my basket, the people will live.