What Clients Say

I reached out to Amy shortly after stepping into a new leadership role. While I was excited about the opportunity, I quickly realized that leadership comes with an entirely different set of challenges than being an individual contributor.

I was navigating a team of people who had previously been my peers, managing very different personalities and working through complex team dynamics. At the same time, I found myself participating in leadership level meetings where I wanted to communicate more effectively, contribute with confidence, and develop the kind of executive presence that inspires trust and credibility.

Communication had always been an area I wanted to strengthen, particularly when it came to articulating my thoughts clearly, providing feedback, knowing when to push back, and leading difficult conversations. I wanted to better understand how executives think, communicate, and make decisions so I could grow into the leader I aspired to be.

I had known Amy professionally for years and always respected her. Her success, experience, and perspective made her someone I trusted and admired. When I found myself facing the challenges of a new leadership role, she was the first person I thought of for guidance. Looking back, investing in coaching with Amy was one of the best decisions I could have made.

One of the biggest shifts I've experienced is becoming more aware of the patterns that have shaped how I show up as a leader and communicator. Through Amy's coaching, I realized that some of my hesitation to speak up, challenge ideas, or fully own my voice stemmed from experiences much earlier in life. In particular, uncovering how a childhood experience of being laughed at impacted my confidence and sense of psychological safety was incredibly eye opening. It helped me understand that some of the behaviors I carried into adulthood weren't simply personality traits, they were learned responses.

Amy helped me look at situations through a different lens and challenged me to think differently about myself, my leadership, and my potential. While changing lifelong patterns takes time and intentional practice, I am already seeing meaningful progress in how I communicate, advocate for myself, and show up in professional settings.

Beyond the mindset work, Amy provided practical tools that I use regularly. From frameworks for setting boundaries and delivering feedback to thoughtful journaling exercises that encouraged deeper self reflection, every session left me with something actionable. She didn't just help me understand why I operate the way I do, she gave me strategies to create lasting change.

I still have plenty of room to grow, but I feel more self aware, more intentional, and more confident than when I started. The growth I've experienced over the last 6 months or so has been invaluable, and I know it will continue to impact both my career and personal life for years to come. 

Amy creates a space where you feel supported, challenged, and empowered all at the same time, which is a rare combination. If you're serious about becoming a stronger leader, communicator, and version of yourself, I can't recommend working with her highly enough.

-Natalya McCool, Associate Director Talent Acquisitions