Leadership development and coaching for ambitious women
We Support Women Leaders, Executives and Entrepreneurs to Rise and Thrive
empowering leaders, transforming culture
our commitment to advancing female leaders, executives and entrepreneurs
At Coach for Success, we're dedicated to advancing women in senior leadership and fostering inclusive workplaces. We empower women to embrace authenticity and develop an unshakable sense of self.
We support mid-to-senior level leaders and scaling entrepreneurs through pivotal growth phases, helping them adopt new ways of thinking and acting.
Our blend of personalized coaching, leadership training and peer support creates a safe space to challenge assumptions and shift beliefs. Using a people-centered, neuroscience-driven approach, we enhance cognitive growth, emotional intelligence and adaptive leadership—equipping women to thrive in uncertainty and high-pressure environments.
Our Services
Your Goals Are Our Priority
Whatever you aspire to achieve—no matter how ambitious— we're here to support you. Our programs foster cognitive growth, develop new behaviours and adaptive skills you need to succeed.
Leadership Coaching
Experience personalized executive coaching designed to stimulate neurological development and accelerate your leadership growth. Through a thought-provoking partnership, you'll breakthrough your setpoint and unlock a new level.
Leadership Development
Join our open enrollment programs and small-group training, specifically designed for women leaders and entrepreneurs. These sessions explore common challenges, foster meaningful dialogue and develop essential senior leadership skills.
Leadership Communication
Master the art of impactful communication through dynamic workshops. Learn to build trust, practice radical candor, manage conflict and deliver feedback with confidence.
Who We Work With
At Coach for Success, we partner with ambitious, purpose-driven women taking on more accountability and rising to a new level of leadership.
We work with mid-to-senior level leaders, executives, and scaling entrepreneurs who are navigating pivotal moments in their leadership journey — whether stepping into more senior roles, preparing for executive positions or driving new growth in their businesses.
Our clients know what got them here won't necessarily get them there. They're eager to start on their leadership development journey. They trust us to provide the tools, strategies and support they need to embrace authenticity and lead with confidence in today’s complex, fast-paced environments.
Whether you’re rising through the ranks or transforming your organization, we’re here to help you achieve lasting success and create a legacy of exceptional leadership.
Our Approach
At Coach for Success, we use diverse leadership development coaching techniques to gain deeper insights into our clients' challenges and growth opportunities. As communication experts, we help our clients deepen their emotional intelligence and refine their leadership communication skills.
Our approach ensures clients gain new insights into their challenge areas and develop effective strategies to overcome obstacles. By addressing the root cause of challenges and building sustainable skills, our clients achieve their goals faster.
Backed by over 400 hours of training and 10 advanced coaching certifications, our founder specializes in active listening and asking powerful questions that inspire meaningful change.
Why Choose Us
We understand the complexities of modern leadership and the critical role people-centered leadership plays in driving engagement and building high-performing teams.
Our clients trust us to support them through the often difficult growth phase from middle manager to senior leader, or upstart entrepreneur to scaling business owner.
Wherever you are in your leadership development journey, our personalized approach ensures that you receive tailored support to thrive in your unique role. By partnering with us, you’ll achieve lasting transformation—both for yourself and your organization.
Start Your Journey to Success
Let us help you identify your growth edge and unlock your full leadership potential. Once you do, not only will you achieve your goals, you'll create a thriving, highly-engaged team. Connect with us today to get started on your journey to success.
Testimonials
Amanda Shaw, Chief Marketing Officer, ARTA
Ijaz Rahim, Associate Director, Federal Provincial Relations
Ijaz Rahim, Associate Director, Federal Provincial Relations
In six months, Sarah has helped me make significant progress in my leadership development. I’ve learned how to empower my direct reports while balancing accountability, compassion, and responsibility. She is an excellent resource on my journey toward being a more effective leader. I highly recommend her.
Ijaz Rahim, Associate Director, Federal Provincial Relations
Ijaz Rahim, Associate Director, Federal Provincial Relations
Ijaz Rahim, Associate Director, Federal Provincial Relations
Sarah coached me to draw on my own experience and knowledge to craft effective solutions which gave me confidence in my ability to tackle future hurdles. I found Sarah to have a diverse toolkit she could use to help me think through issues and get to the central problem I was trying to solve rather than focusing on symptoms. I found tremendous value in working with Sarah and recommend her.
Nakul Sukhija, Relationship Manager, Business Banking, BMO
Nakul Sukhija, Relationship Manager, Business Banking, BMO
Nakul Sukhija, Relationship Manager, Business Banking, BMO
I had the privilege of working with Sarah as my career coach. As an accomplished executive and experienced leader, Sarah provided invaluable guidance during a period of uncertainty about my career path, helping me to develop my confidence and leadership skills.
Sarah maintained an approachable and open-minded attitude, demonstrating genuine concern for my success. Her coaching methodology combined both heart-centric and pragmatic approaches, drawing on her real-world expertise and experience. Overall, Sarah's highly effectiv
e coaching approach offers a practical and results-oriented method for leadership coaching. I unreservedly recommend her services to anyone seeking to enhance their lead
ership skills and advance their career.
Sian svendsen, management supervisor, City of Edmonton
Nakul Sukhija, Relationship Manager, Business Banking, BMO
Nakul Sukhija, Relationship Manager, Business Banking, BMO
Sarah brings a welcoming and appreciative leadership coaching style to her relationship with her clients. What makes her coaching different is that she has a caring approach and revolutionizes your way of thinking in building your leadership competencies.
Sarah is a seasoned professional both in private and public industries and has a background in leadership coaching and the specialized field of neurolinguistics. She is skilled in her work and has the ability to really weave each session into the other and utilize a reassuring approach in bringing out the best in us leaders.
As a woman in my mid-career, the leadership coaching sessions helped to coax me into exploring my perspectives, reaffirm my leadership approach and also allowed me to breakthrough into other leadership practices that will support me in the future. This was a very profound experience. It made me reaffirm that my leadership style is reflective of who I am and to stay true to myself. It gave me the confidence to use my current approaches with validation, as well as add in new techniques and approaches that will complement my strengths.
Accelerated Executive Path
At Coach for Success, we support women leaders in developing the essential People and Power Skills needed for executive leadership. We will help you hone your leadership communication, emotional intelligence and executive presence.