Do you think differently from others? Are you ready to bring your unique perspectives into the world? Do you want to be the best version of yourself at work?

Coach Anna can help.

 

Welcome to Adachi Labs, LLC

Leadership Development | Consulting and Coaching | Community Engagement


 

Anna Adachi-Mejia, PhD, CPCC is the Principal of Adachi Labs, LLC.

Dr. Anna Adachi-Mejia is a creative professional coach, innovative facilitator, and detail-oriented consultant. She applies tools from multiple disciplines to inspire productivity, innovation, and creativity.

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Anna Adachi-Mejia, PhD, CPCC

Professional Coach | Facilitator | Consultant

 
 

Work with Coach Anna to optimize your workplace culture.

 

Advice Column: Ask Anna Banana™

 
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Keynote Topics

 
 

Programs, Pods, and Techniques

 

Flow Bright Leadership™ Program

How can you juggle time/resource/expectation demands as you navigate staff needs, board/trustee/funder needs, and your own ways of doing this?

Develop skills to help your leadership to flow brightly.

 
 
 

P.L.A.Y Now™ Pathway to Leadership Program

What do kids have that adults forget along the way? A sense of wonder, curiosity, and play.

Learn about and practice five things that leaders can do to improve their workplace culture through the P.L.A.Y. Now™ Pathway to Leadership Program.

 

Prolific Productivity™ Pod

Join Anna for online group sessions where we focus on the things that you need to accomplish to be the best version of yourself!

 

The technique of Smile, Laugh, Breathe™

The technique of Smile, Laugh, Breathe™ is a way to ride through the awfulness of a situation as you work on your next steps to make things right for yourself.

 

 

Labs

Why “Labs”? Labs are a place for experimentation, discovery, and innovation. Labs are a place where you have a chance to try something new that has never been done before. Labs are a place to explore what might be possible.

 

Improving Workplace Vibes Lab

Productivity, Innovation, Creativity

 

Leadership Lab

Coaching, Consulting, Leadership Development

Laughter Lab

Applied Improvisation, Laughter Yoga, Tools for Resiliency and Healing

Meeting Facilitation Lab

Board and Staff Retreats, Focus Groups, Advisory Groups

 
 
 
 

More about Anna {she/her/hers}

 

Anna’s Values

Collaboration | Community | Creativity | Empathy | Flexibility | Inclusiveness | Kindness | Humility | Patience | Playfulness | Responsibility | Thoughtfulness

 
 

Testimonials:

 

“Before working with Anna, I was struggling to stay on top of my academic writing tasks and was feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of work. Working with her has been a game-changer for me. With Anna's guidance, I've been able to develop a structured approach to my writing, which has significantly improved my productivity. I'm now able to break down large projects into manageable chunks, set realistic deadlines, and stay focused on my goals. This has allowed me to complete my projects on time and with greater ease. Anna has also helped me to improve my writing skills in a range of areas, from grammar and syntax to organization and clarity. She has provided me with personalized feedback and guidance, which has enabled me to refine my writing style and produce high-quality work. Perhaps most importantly, Anna has helped me to develop a sense of confidence and self-assurance in my writing abilities. Her positive outlook is contagious. She has encouraged me to take risks and try new things, which has allowed me to grow as a writer as I continue to build my experience in a variety of research designs. The impact of working with Anna has been felt across all aspects of my academic life. I've seen improvements in my manuscript writing, survey design skills, power point and poster presentations, my ability to communicate complex ideas, and my overall sense of well-being. I feel more capable and confident, and I'm excited to see where my writing takes me in the future. I would highly recommend Anna's services to anyone looking to improve their writing skills, increase their productivity, and achieve their academic goals. She is knowledgeable, supportive, and dedicated to helping scholars succeed, and I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with her.”

— Academic Researcher

 

Said to Anna during a Leadership Coaching session:

“I really appreciate talking this out with you…I wouldn’t [otherwise] have been able to get here.”

— Community Leader

“I like where you are going with this…”

— Organizational Leader

“You helped me to jumpstart creating my syllabus. Now I have different ideas and I will not be bored with my class prep!”

— College Lecturer

 

Said to Anna during or after a meeting:

“I remain amazed at your ability to take technical data and industry specific topics and hone in on what’s important, what to focus on, and what really matters.”

— Vice President

‘You are the Queen of ‘let's make it work.’”

— Organizational Management Expert

“Superb work today, as always!  Many sincere thanks for your positive energy, astute listening, and rich, immediate visuals capturing all key information from today's strategy session.”

— Social Impact Expert

 

Said to Anna regarding an evaluation report:

“The results, your analysis, and the information in this is incredible. Thank you for your time and thoroughness. I can't thank you enough.”

— Assistant Professor

 

“Anna is sharp with facilitation, super smart, grounded…fantastic!”

— Community Leader

 

“Anna has incredible organizing and facilitation skills.”

— Community Influencer

Anna is able to tailor needs of the individuals she is working with. I haven’t felt I need to adapt, rather Anna adapts her approaches to meet each need. I am feeling more confident, focused, and supported since working with Anna. I look forward to our sessions, knowing they are going to be fun, active, and productive!
— Writing Coach Client
I love Anna’s imaginative approach to coaching. She got to the deeper issue with which I’m struggling almost immediately - I think even before I did! If you’re open, curious, and willing to explore and play, Anna is the coach for you!
— Sharon in Vermont
 
 
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Anna invigorates me to think broadly and richly about my strengths and choices. She will challenge you to harness your future and make it now.
— Danielle, Vermont
Anna is a natural born cheerleader, helping you feel empowered to take risks and savor the best parts within
you.
— Maria, Massachusetts
Anna helped me to develop tools that I utilize in my everyday life. Through visualization processes, coupled with kinetic activities, I now have easily accessible methods to bring myself to now, to the present, to the very moment I am in. This practice has made me less anxious and more hopeful for the future. I recommend her as a coach who is a kind, humorous, and perceptive human being.
— Cara, New Hampshire