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Coaching Insights


The Strategic Advantage: Why Top Leaders Invest in Coaching
If you are a mid-career professional feeling stuck or a leader navigating increasing complexity, you have likely considered coaching. But you may still be wondering: Is it worth the investment? To understand the ROI, we must first define the engagement. The International Coach Federation (ICF) defines coaching as “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential." This is not reme
Mary Ellen
Dec 1, 2025


The Most Courageous Move Isn't Always Climbing Higher
After 25 years as a financial services and data professional, I made a decision that surprised even me. I stepped away from corporate life. Not because I had burned out. Not because I had failed. But because I had succeeded—and realized that success on someone else's terms wasn't enough anymore. The Pivot No One Expected For two and a half decades, I navigated high-stakes environments, built strategic relationships, and delivered results under pressure. I knew how to read a r
Mary Ellen
Aug 18, 2025
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