What is coaching?
Coaching is first and foremost a partnership. A coach’s job is not to advice, consult, or therapize (those are different things), but rather provide support and hold space. A coach listens, and asks questions, following the client’s lead. It’s a process of discovery, one that is done in a supportive and intentional container for growth.
Coaching is not my main gig, but I find the principles of coaching are incredibly valuable to my personal and professional relationships. As a leader, I act more as a coach than a captain, focusing on building bonds so I can understand how to show up, provide support, and work together. It helps me ask better questions, find deeper insights, and stay in the process rather than rush to a solution. It's about exploring the stories we have and want to tell about ourselves.
I am the go-to person in my friends and family for a pep talk, a gut check, and perspective shift. It’s a great joy and, frankly, an honour to be given this role as it requires tact, empathy, and strong communication. (And sometimes incredible patience and tenderness).
How coaching fits into my life & work
My Approach
Sessions are client-centric and client led. I am there to listen and play back what I’ve heard. This helps us get to the centre of our work together, recognize patterns, and set a path forward.
Active Listening
This starts with questions. I get curious with you, providing space to wonder out loud. As we dig deeper, we start to reveal areas for growth, your gifts, and your blueprint for building something new.
Supportive Curiosity
The work we do doesn’t need to be serious all the time! Finding a moment for levity, laughter, and play helps us adjust to change, find lightness in the dark, and create deeper connections.
Humour & Play
Areas of interest
Self-discovery
&
self-expression
Exploring your unique approach to creativity
Strengthening agency team communication & relationship building
Testimonials
“I was a bit intimidated at the prospect of speaking to a life coach initially, but you will be delightfully surprised at how easy it is to start feeling a sense of focus and direction even after just one conversation with her.” - Kat, worked together for 3 sessions
“Working with Amanda is fantastic. She is so easy to talk to and so respectful. It probably has changed the course of my life for the better and this is the type of self work everyone should be doing!” - Tory, worked together for 5 sessions
“I learned so much about myself! Being able to talk openly in a safe and engaging space allowed me to better understand my motivational style and how to restructure my goals so they suit how I actually work. I was able to reflect on what is really important to me...that was transformational.” - Liz, worked together for 5 sessions
“Amanda creates a safe space to dig deep by actively listening, meeting me where I am , and asking insightful questions that help me see the value in my experiences. I always feel motivated, inspired and empowered after our sessions together.” - Jel, fellow coach
I received my certification from Lumia (formerly JRNI) in March 2021