The Executive Coaching Podcast

What if executive coaching isn't a "fix" for struggling leaders, but one of the smartest investments a company can make? In this episode, I break down why executive presence is far more than charisma or confidence in a boardroom; it's a real operational advantage that directly impacts decision-making, talent retention, and company growth. I explore how strong leadership creates faster alignment, sharper execution, and greater trust across teams, stakeholders, and investors.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/365pc2d2

What if the reason you're not landing the roles you want has nothing to do with your capability? In this episode, I go behind the scenes of what's really happening in the executive job market—what people are saying, what's actually working, and why so many talented professionals are getting stuck. You'll learn why networking alone isn't enough, why simply applying won't get you noticed, and how your reputation plays a bigger role than you think.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/5n76wa3e

Why aren't job boards landing you your next executive role—and what actually does? In this episode, you'll learn why networking is the true driver of executive-level opportunities and how most senior professionals are getting it wrong. Instead of relying on cold outreach or transactional conversations, you'll discover how roles are really created through referrals, relationships, and strategic conversations within your network.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/y42r7axp

Looking for an executive role right now and feeling frustrated with the process? The executive job search in 2026 is very different from early- or mid-career job searches, and many leaders struggle because they're using the same strategies that worked earlier in their careers. In this episode, we talk about why the executive job market is more relationship-driven and human than ever—even in a world of AI and technology.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/42d9j78c

What if the results from your first quarter are actually reflecting your leadership? In this episode, I explain how Q1 can act as a powerful mirror, revealing the difference between simply being busy and leading strategically. You'll learn how strong leaders evaluate their decision-making, identify where they may be over-functioning, and begin shifting from tactical execution to higher-level leadership.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/3zkde52u

What actually makes someone command a room, without raising their voice? Today, I'm breaking down the real rituals behind executive presence and why it's far more than charisma. If you've ever been told to "improve your executive presence" but weren't sure what that actually meant, this episode will give you clarity. You'll learn why presence isn't about being the smartest or loudest person in the room—it's about emotional regulation, decisiveness without arrogance, humility under pressure, and speaking with intention instead of impulse.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/e2su9dpe

Are you performing well but still not advancing the way you should be? In this episode, I unpack what executive presence really means at senior levels and why performance alone is not enough. You'll learn how to intentionally align the way you show up with where you're headed, why influence matters more than execution, and how misalignment can quietly stall your career. I also break down what it takes to operate in the gray—where there's no clear roadmap and no one telling you what to do—and how to build the confidence to stand firm in your thinking.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/23wcmne9

Top performers don't plateau because they lack ability; they plateau because they stop being intentional with their development. In this episode, we unpack the real cost of not investing in coaching and how 2026 can become a reset year for your leadership growth. If your role is evolving and you're staying the same, this conversation is your wake-up call.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/sa49smb4

What if your career didn't happen "by accident" but instead unfolded exactly as it needed to? In this episode, Stephanie Kusta, Vice President and Treasurer at Orveon Global, shares her career journey and the lessons she's learned about leadership, growth, and long-term thinking. Looking back, Stephanie reflects on how a seemingly unplanned path can reveal a clear throughline, one shaped by curiosity, preparation, and a willingness to invest in yourself at every stage.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/32bfbhpc

What if goal setting wasn't about fixing what's "wrong" with you but about evolving into who you're becoming? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of how I work, how I think, and why I refuse to coach from theory alone. I share my lived-experience approach to leadership and goal setting, and why I choose annual goals over New Year's resolutions every single time.

If you'd like immediate support with the issues you're facing as a Leader, then book a call with Elisia at https://elisiakeowncoaching.com/call

You can find show notes, resources, and more here: https://tinyurl.com/yb6wf95e