JANUARY 2025

Exploring the power of one-to-one coaching

Last fall, I wrote about the passing of my mother. In the time since her death, I have found myself navigating one of the most difficult periods of my life.

Navigating grief while continuing to lead Vision Coaching was, needless to say, a challenging balancing act.

Thankfully, I had Barb Richards in my corner. Barb has, for years, been my coach. And her help over the last couple of months has highlighted the power and effectiveness of coaching.

Her ability to create a safe, supportive space – allowing me to process my emotions and focus on what mattered most – was incredibly helpful.

She not only helped me find clarity during one of the most challenging periods of my life, but she has also guided me in strengthening my leadership skills over the years and fostering my personal and professional growth.

This experience has once again emphasized just how much power leadership coaching has to transform lives.

The breakthrough that changed everything

Get ready to be inspired!

In the next edition of Fresh Ideas, we’ll introduce you to Brett Gallant, the forward-thinking founder of Adaptive Office Solutions.

From tackling HR challenges to strategically refocusing his business, Brett’s coaching journey transformed both his mindset and his bottom line – leading to remarkable growth and renewed purpose.

Discover how Brett embraced coaching to unlock his potential and build a thriving, scalable business.

Don’t miss this first installment of our ongoing series featuring Vision Coaching clients who’ve made the leap to success.

The LEADing Edge:

Mastering the art of smart risk-taking

By Marilyn Orr and Kelley Russell-DuVarney

Vision Coaching

In today’s business world, where change happens at breakneck speed, mastering smart risk-taking is no longer optional – it’s essential.

As executive coaches, we work with leaders across industries who understand that staying competitive requires more than playing it safe.

The most effective leaders know how to take calculated risks that fuel innovation and growth.

This is the second article of three in our series on failure and innovation, and today we’ll explore how to embrace risk wisely, learning from failure along the way.

Smart risk-taking isn’t about being reckless – it’s about pursuing intelligent risks that yield meaningful outcomes. Here’s how successful leaders do it:

Opportunity-driven inquiry: Before diving into any risk, ask, "Is this worth pursuing?" Use further questioning to uncover unexplored areas of opportunity.

Bolstering your leadership through active listening

From the Boiling Point archives, tune into Active Listening Is A Conscious Choice featuring guest Crystal Trevors, who shares her journey of hearing loss to highlight how active listening needs to be a conscious choice you make. Hosted by Vision Coaching's Emily Rodger and Dave Veale, this episode explores the importance of active listening in effective communication and personal connections. Listen or watch this episode from the Boiling Point webpage or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.

Inc. Magazine features How to Navigate Uncertainty in 2025 With Values and Empathy, a practical guide on using deeply felt values to drive purpose, build habits, and strengthen leadership over the first 90 days of the year.

Harvard Business Review features Five Mistakes Managers Make When Giving Negative Feedback, offering actionable advice to help leaders navigate challenging performance conversations with clarity, care, and confidence.

Forbes has Leadership: A Journey Of Growth, Not A Stamp Of Birthright, challenging the notion of innate leadership, advocating for leadership as a cultivated skill developed through learning, experience, and adaptability.