Executive Leadership, Career + Life Coaching
Move your personal progress bar.
Come in raw and ready to explore what’s possible for yourself.
What Are You Hungry For?
You’re ready for coaching if you’re ready for the following:
Believing that ease, balance + wellbeing are actually available to you
Practicing self-compassion without sacrificing ambition
Discovering your purpose and then finding ways to live it
Living authentically to deepen your connection to yourself and others
Getting unstuck + creating momentum on new paths
“While we all have strengths and talents to help us thrive, be well, and create a positive future, the realization of our potential depends on our intentional actions and the ways in which we shape and co-create the contexts that support or restrict our capacity for growth and thriving.”
— Dr. Nicole Ja, Founder of Mighty Catalyst + Certified Coach
“Nicole is absolutely wonderful. I was lucky enough to do a series of coaching sessions with her, and every time I walked away feeling more in control, empowered and just more 'centered'. She is an incredible listener, and so good at getting you to see both the good and bad patterns in how you function professionally. She pushes you, but always with so much gentleness and compassion.”
- Faculty of Psychology, Santa Clara University, PhD, Cornell University
Working with Dr. Nicole Ja
We co-design the coaching relationship. Because no two people are alike, no two coaching engagements will be, either.
You receive loving challenge and gentle accountability—core components of meaningful change that are nearly impossible to get when going it alone.
With over a decade of expertise as a human development researcher at top institutions, I’ve honed my curiosity like a sharp tool and use it to excavate blockers and impediments to success, both for individuals and organizations.
Coaching is available via zoom, by phone, or in-person
“Nicole and I have been on a professional development journey that has not only strengthened my skills at work, but has supported how I show up in my personal life. She has an unwavering belief in me and my abilities, and more importantly, she is so tactful at knowing which questions to ask me. Through her questioning and “noticings,” I am able to find the solution and/or determine next steps to move forward.
When I enter our sessions I have so many topics I want to address and my heart is full of doubt. However, when our session is over the noise has simmered and there’s so much clarity on what I need to do and how to take care of myself, so I can show up for my team and do my best work.”
- Director of Academic Affairs, College Track
Who is Coaching For?
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Leaders and Executives
- Refine leadership strategies
- Foster a positive organizational culture
- Enhance decision-making and problem-solving skills
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Mid-Career Professionals
- Boldly make a career change or seeking new opportunities
- Break through career plateaus
- Balance work and personal life effectively
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Students and Emerging Adults
- Recent graduates entering the workforce
- Young adults exploring career and educational options
- Individuals seeking to build confidence and resilience
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Career Seekers and Professionals
- Find clarity on your next career path
- Enhance leadership and management skills
- Strategic direction for entrepreneurs and business owners
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Community Leaders and Advocates
- Individuals leading community initiatives and projects
- Advocates seeking to drive social change and impact
- Community organizers looking to enhance leadership skills and effectiveness
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Personal Development Enthusiasts
- Anyone navigating significant life transitions or changes
- Those striving for personal growth and self-awareness
- Individuals seeking to set and achieve meaningful personal goals
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Parents and Caregivers
- Individuals seeking to balance family responsibilities with personal goals
- Caregivers looking for support in navigating challenging family dynamics
- Parents aiming to foster a nurturing and supportive environment
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Teams and Organizations
- Workgroups aiming to improve collaboration and communication
- Organizations seeking to build high-performing teams
- Departments looking to align team goals with organizational objectives
“Had someone told me that working with a coach would be this illuminating, this empowering, and actually this fun, I likely wouldn’t have believed them.
But after working with Nicole, specifically through processes using embodiment and identifying values, I have a clearer understanding of myself, from which I can make more sound decisions.
Yes, it’s hard work. But like any work, your team matters. You want Nicole on your team.”
- Past Head of Community, Codeacademy + Schoolhouse.world Tutoring (founded by Sal Khan Academy of Khan Academy)
