Executive Coaches In United States
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.
Average return on investment reported by executives
Company Benefits
Companies that invest in executive coaching see stronger leadership, better productivity, and improved profits.
- 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.
- 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.
- Teams share risks earlier
- Managers catch issues sooner
- Meetings shift from reporting to problem-solving
- Steadier delivery with fewer bottlenecks
Typical Process:
Clear outcomes and baseline
45-60 min weekly/biweekly
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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Rosendale, New York 12472
8454307413
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Los Angeles, California 90008
2023654204
Jonathan Roberts PhD PhD, Emory University Coaching Diploma, Certifications - 360 Degree Assessment, D.I.S.C, Myers Briggs
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Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
4048251213
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Executive Coach United States
Brandon Brown BA, M.Ed. | Certified Change Management Professional | Growth Partner | Coach | Consultant | Developing targeted solutions to increase revenue
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New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
5043606898
Scott Nadler
Oxford University and PCC, International Coaching Federation
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Washington, District of Columbia 20008
2028411777
Jeff Samford
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Glen Allen, Virginia 23059
804-612-0582
David Taylor-Klaus MCC CPCC
✔Master Certified Coach, ✔Certified Professional Co-active Coach, ✔Certified Team Performance Coach, ✔BS Psych U Penn, ✔Successful Serial Entrepreneur
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Atlanta, Georgia 30306
(404) 822-9688
Dan McCormack
Smart Collaboration Accelerator (SCA), Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner (IPEC), Certified Legal Manager (CLM), Co Author, CLM Study Guide
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Boston, Massachusetts 02116
781-820-1401
Smitha Shetty
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Bedford, New Hampshire 03110
Chris Roberts
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San Francisco, California 94114
(415) 562-4061
Jane Lowenstein BA, MS, ICF aligned, MSW, job search, impact and confidence, leadership, career performance, relationships, conflict, 25 years experience as a coach.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19003
610 246-7004
Ari Jason PhD, Master Certified Leadership Coach. 20 Years Experience in Business and Coaching
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Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506
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Barbara Valentine Certified Performance Technologist (CPT)
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El Dorado Hills, California 95762
925-258-4001
Jonathan Holloran
ACC, Certified Executive Coach, Certified Life Coach, Summit Certified Professional (ProfileXT)
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Asheville, North Carolina 28803
(757) 589-1564
Jeff Caldwell
Newport Beach, California 92660
(949)677-9699
William Rees
BA, Inspired Life + Mindset Coach – ICF Certified + Credentialed
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Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
612-721-3190
Vanessa Tennyson
BS, Columbia Certified Coaching Professional (3CP), Certificate in Business Excellence (CBE), Senior HR Consulting Professional (SHRM-SCP)
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Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416
612-704-3600
Cheryl Gowdie - Ph.D., MBA
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West Palm Beach, Florida 33414
954-708-7659
Michael Lechner, Ph.D.,ACC
BS, MA, PhD, Board Certified, American Board of Professional Psychology, Organizational and Business Psychology
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St. Augustine, Florida 32092
8103383231
Andrea Wedell BA, Certified Executive Coach Training, Certified ACSTH life coaching, Certified DISC, Certified 360 Reach Assessment
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Petaluma, California 94952
4152591255
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