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Executive Coaches In California

Executive Coaching FAQs

Executive coaching is for leaders who want to improve how they perform, manage, and make decisions. Sessions focus on communication, time management, strategic planning, and work-life balance with measurable results.

700% ROI

Average return on investment reported by executives

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Company Benefits

Companies that invest in executive coaching see stronger leadership, better productivity, and improved profits.

Key Outcomes:
  • Clearer communication and team alignment
  • Faster decisions and shorter project cycles
  • Improved retention of key talent
  • Stronger succession planning

Individual Benefits

Executives build stronger leadership skills, improve time management, make better decisions, and find work-life balance.

Personal Gains:
  • Clearer focus and fewer time-wasting meetings
  • Executive presence without theatrics
  • Practical tools for conflict and feedback
  • Confidential thinking partner

What is an executive coach?

Common misconception: Executive coaches don't need to be experts in your specific field. Their role is to help you think differently, challenge assumptions, and see blind spots—not do your job for you.

Strong coaches bring leadership experience, coaching training, and a clear process for goal setting and accountability. Good coaching isn't therapy or consulting—it helps you produce your own best answers and follow through.

The best sign you have the right coach: You think better after every conversation, and you keep your promises to yourself.

How does executive coaching work?

The Psychological Safety Impact

Executive coaching improves psychological safety within teams—the sense that people feel safe to speak up, share ideas, and take risks without fear. When leaders model curiosity and clarity, teams contribute more.

When psychological safety improves:
  • Teams share risks earlier
  • Managers catch issues sooner
  • Meetings shift from reporting to problem-solving
  • Steadier delivery with fewer bottlenecks

Typical Process:

1
Intake & Goals
Clear outcomes and baseline
2
Regular Sessions
45-60 min weekly/biweekly
3
Progress Tracking
Monthly metrics and notes

What's the ROI of executive coaching?

Near-term gains:

  • Faster decisions
  • Shorter project cycles
  • Fewer escalations
  • Improved win rates
  • Stronger retention

Risk reduction:

  • Fewer failed hires
  • Less compliance issues
  • Reduced conflict recovery time
  • Better board relationships

Many leaders find the investment paid for itself with just one or two wins—a retained employee, an unblocked project, or a saved account.

AI in Executive Coaching

Can AI help?

Yes, for drafts, summaries, practice prompts, and research. AI saves prep time so coaching focuses on judgment and behavior change.

Learning AI?

A coach can help you build an AI learning plan with use cases, tools, and guardrails that fit your role.

AI as coach?

Use AI as an assistant, not replacement. Bots miss context and can't hold you accountable like humans can.

Why leaders hesitate to use executive coaching

Cost concerns:

Start with one outcome that would pay back the fee—keeping a key person, saving a project, or landing an account.

Time constraints:

Coaching saves time by removing unnecessary meetings and fixing recurring issues. Most leaders gain hours weekly within a month.

Vulnerability fears:

Coaching is private with clear confidentiality rules. Good coaches create safe spaces for direct conversation.

Fit concerns:

Sample two coaches and pick the one who helps you think better in the first meeting.

Common Questions About Executive Coaching

I'm overwhelmed and struggle with my role. Can an executive coach help me?

Yes. Coaches work with leaders facing high pressure and stress. You'll build a plan that sets priorities, reduces context switching, and protects time for deep work. Many leaders report clearer focus and calmer weeks within the first few sessions.

I have a high-potential employee who lacks motivation. Can I hire a coach for them?

Yes. Many CEOs and HR leaders hire coaches to help high-potential employees sharpen skills and grow into leadership roles. The coaching targets ownership, communication, and delegation while keeping work grounded in business outcomes.

I was promoted to management but only have technical experience. Can a coach help?

Yes. This is common for skilled professionals like engineers, IT leaders, accountants, and physicians. You'll learn tools for setting direction, giving feedback, and running meetings, plus executive presence for peer and stakeholder interactions.

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CA Executive Coach Shannon Cogen

Shannon Cogen JD

Executive Coach, Leadership Coach
8.5 Noomii Score
Rated 5.0 out of 5 3 reviews
I help leaders at mission-driven organizations hone leadership skills, achieve their vision and find balance. I can help you find your dream job or make your current role the job of your dreams. See Full Profile →
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    Location: San Francisco, California 94123

    CA Executive Coach Phil Barker

    PCC Phil Barker MA, MBA, PMP, Scrum Inc. RAC, Scrum Alliance CSP-PO, CSP-SM

    Executive Coach, Leadership Coach, Performance Coach
    8.5 Noomii Score
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    I coach business professionals on their journey from individual contributors to leadership roles. I help my clients design and implement technical and tactical skills to obtain their targeted goals. See Full Profile →
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      Location: Irvine, California 92618

      Allison Scott

      ACC Allison Scott BA, ACC, Certified Executive Coach, Sales Executive, F500 Leadership Experience

      Executive Coach, Performance Coach, Leadership Coach
      8.5 Noomii Score
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      If you are a Director or VP in a F500 leadership role, I understand you. First we need to clear your mind so you can think. You may be in a new role or are trying to maximize your current position. See Full Profile →
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        Location: Huntington Beach, California 92648

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        Paul Jaconette, MPH, ACC

        ACC Paul Jaconette, MPH, ACC BA, MPH

        Executive Coach, Leadership Coach, Career Coach
        8.5 Noomii Score
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        I coach and develop managers, supervisors and executives to be leaders of their teams. I coach physicians and nurses who are in management positions but have no formal training. See Full Profile →
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          Location: Santa Barbara, California 93105-2536

          Ethan Starke

          Ethan Starke MBA

          Executive Coach, Business Coach, Leadership Coach
          8.5 Noomii Score
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          A high-performing founder or creative leader at a turning point—successful on the outside, but craving clarity, reinvention, and alignment for what comes next. See Full Profile →
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            Location: Los Angeles, California 90038

            Mehrdad Moayedzadeh

            MCC Mehrdad Moayedzadeh BS, MCC, CPCC

            Performance Coach, Executive Coach, Relationship Coach
            8.5 Noomii Score
            Rated 5.0 out of 5 15 reviews
            Looking for a breakthrough in your career or business? Struggling to perform at your peak? Fears or lack of confidence limiting your success? Dealing with professional or personal relationship issues? See Full Profile →
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              Location: San Francisco, California 94111

              Holly Campuzano

              Holly Campuzano Licensed Real Estate Broker, Licensed Nurse

              Executive Coach, Business Coach, Life Coach
              8.4 Noomii Score
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              Hi Profile Tech and Media Professionals who are in Recovery or may need to be in Recovery needing to make a strategic Life Change. See Full Profile →
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                Location: San Luis Obispo, California 93401

                Vibha Sharma

                Vibha Sharma Conscious Business Coach Certification

                Executive Coach, Spirituality Coach, Family Coach
                8.4 Noomii Score
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                I coach female entrepreneurs/professionals/Stay at home Moms from all walks of life. I help my clients live a peaceful, fulfilled life while finding a healthy balance between work, relationships, and See Full Profile →
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                  Location: San Ramon, California 94582

                  Hoan Do

                  Hoan Do Doctorate of Business Administration

                  Leadership Coach, Life Coach, Executive Coach
                  8.6 Noomii Score
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                  You as my client: 1. Have a big dream but don't know how to get started. 2. Are coachable, which is to be willing to take boldest actions 3. Are a person of your own word. See Full Profile →
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                    Location: Los Angeles, California 90035

                    Zachary Simms

                    Zachary Simms

                    Executive Coach, Business Coach, Leadership Coach
                    8.4 Noomii Score
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                    I coach Executives in the C-suite or preparing to move into it, entrepreneurs and senior business leaders. I help my clients become more organized, more confident, and more balanced at work and home. See Full Profile →
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                      Location: San Francisco, California 94106

                      Mitch Simon

                      Mitch Simon J.D.

                      Executive Coach, Leadership Coach, Team Coach
                      8.4 Noomii Score
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                      I coach executive teams and emerging leadership programs to commercial real estate, technology and investment industries. I help my clients create strategy and create high performance teams. See Full Profile →
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                        Location: Del Mar, California 92014

                        Tommy Lee Kirby

                        Tommy Lee Kirby Certified Life Coach - Life Coach Training Institute

                        Executive Coach, Relationship Coach, Health and Fitness Coach
                        8.4 Noomii Score
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                        My clients range from entrepreneurs to executives, I help my clients realize the brilliance within using genuine problem solving techniques and action plans to help rise to the next level. See Full Profile →
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                          Location: Los Angeles, California 91403

                          Patricio Fonseca

                          Patricio Fonseca BS Industrial Engineering, Behavioral Economics Certificate, ICAgile Coach ICP-ACC

                          Executive Coach, Entrepreneurship Coach, Life Coach
                          8.4 Noomii Score
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                          Entrepreneurs and wantrepreneurs who need clarity with their business and life goals, and an action plan to reach those goals. See Full Profile →
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                            Location: San Diego, California 92115

                            Mike Shatford

                            Mike Shatford

                            Executive Coach, Business Coach, Life Coach
                            8.4 Noomii Score
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                            Looking for Combining the essence of business expertise, organizational leadership, and entrepreneurship with the sheer discipline of Executive Coaching? We should definitely talk. See Full Profile →
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                              Location: San Jose, California 95110

                              Michele D'Amico

                              Michele D'Amico CPC, CELC

                              Executive Coach, Leadership Coach, Business Coach
                              8.4 Noomii Score
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                              Together we will build on your strengths and shore-up your challenges to support your efforts to successfully thrive through stress, change and uncertainty both personally and professionally. See Full Profile →
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                                Location: Los Angeles, California 91325

                                Eric Weiss

                                Eric Weiss

                                Executive Coach, Entrepreneurship Coach
                                8.4 Noomii Score
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                                I coach Technical Founders and CTOs in fast-growing, post-Series A tech companies. I help them overcome their growing pains through product-led growth, mature process, and conscious leadership. See Full Profile →
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                                  Location: San Diego, California 92122

                                  Michael Gregor

                                  Michael Gregor

                                  Executive Coach, Leadership Coach, Life Coach
                                  8.4 Noomii Score
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                                  I work with bold leaders to live in full alignment with their values and solve tough organizational dysfunction with confidence. Are you ready to think big and take action that deeply resonates? See Full Profile →
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                                    Location: Oakland, California 94609

                                    Allyson Clark

                                    ACC Allyson Clark BS

                                    Life Coach, Executive Coach, Career Coach
                                    8.5 Noomii Score
                                    Rated 5.0 out of 5 2 reviews
                                    I coach clients on how to align their goals, perspectives, and habits so they can achieve their greatest ambitions. As a coach, I will help ignite bravery and illuminate new possibilities. See Full Profile →
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                                      Location: Glendale, California 91020

                                      Dawn Pinkney

                                      ACC Dawn Pinkney RsCP - Center for Spiritual Living

                                      Executive Coach, Leadership Coach, Career Coach
                                      8.4 Noomii Score
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                                        Location: Napa, California 94559

                                        Ugis Strauss

                                        Ugis Strauss NLP Master Practitioner, Trainer, Neurokinesis Trauma/ Anxiety Management Certification

                                        Health and Fitness Coach, Performance Coach, Executive Coach
                                        8.6 Noomii Score
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                                        I help high-pressure leaders overcome ANXIETY, deal with STRESS and/or conquer BURNOUT in 90 DAYS, without talk therapy or medication. See Full Profile →
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                                          Location: San Jose, California 95122

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