Leadership Unleashed

In most organizations, the picture looks clear from the top. Senior leaders set direction. They define strategy. They outline priorities and paint a vision for where the organization is headed.

Danae has witnessed Vision grow from a small group of coaches into what she describes as “a constellation of incredible coaches” working with leaders across sectors. Over the 20 years, Danae developed her own range of work and collaborations in coaching, but she has remained with Vision throughout the entire journey. The broader understanding of coaching has also changed dramatically, she says. When she began her coaching career, many organizations were still learning what

Many organizations invest heavily in developing senior leaders. Others focus on building skills for frontline employees. But the leaders in the middle – the ones responsible for translating strategy into action – are often left to figure things out on their own.

Resilience gets talked about like it’s something you either have or you don’t. I don’t think that’s true. In leadership – and in business – resilience isn’t a personality trait. It’s built in moments when you could reasonably decide you’re out.

As a long-time leader and now a leadership and executive coach, I’m seeing some very consistent patterns across organizations of all sizes and structures.

As a founding partner of Acre Architects, Monica Adair has built a mission-driven design practice from the ground up – growing from two people to 17, tackling increasingly complex projects and earning national and international recognition along the way. But leadership at that scale doesn’t stand still. Over more than a decade, Monica has returned to executive coaching with Vision time and again – not because something was wrong, but because it helped her lead with clarity th

When Dr. Pablo Ruda Vega, a senior attending cardiac surgeon at University Hospitals Cleveland, began feeling increasingly unsettled in a leadership role within his department, he struggled to pinpoint why.

Vision Coaching is pleased to welcome Jill Carroll, an executive coach and seasoned senior leader who brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in the Canadian telecommunications sector.

Every January, leaders are encouraged to think big. New goals. New habits. New resolve. And yet, by mid-month, many of those intentions quietly fade. Not because they weren’t sincere – but because intention alone is rarely enough to carry us forward.

When Colúm Connolly stepped into leadership coaching, he was carrying a bold ambition he hadn’t shared widely – a private stretch goal to double his company’s revenue in a single year. It felt, even to him, like a long shot. But coaching helped him turn that ambition into a real outcome by creating clarity, discipline and accountability around every step.

Anne brings more than 20 years of experience guiding seasoned leaders and executive teams through complexity, strategic transitions and cultural transformation.  Her work spans continents – Canada, the United States, Europe, South America and India – and industries from energy and aerospace to finance, pharma and beyond.

That search is what ultimately led me to Vision Coaching. The sense of belonging I found here has been grounding. It has given me purpose, momentum and, honestly, a feeling I hadn’t had in a long time: that I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.

In its latest issue, Robert Simmonds Magazine profiled Vision Coaching’s leadership partnership – a behind-the-scenes look at how Dave Veale and Peter Stoddart have shaped the company’s evolution. The article offers an inside look at the decisions, mindset shifts and shared values that continue to drive Vision’s growth. Read the full story below.   And if you like the piece, find more articles from Robert Simmonds Magazine online .

Every so often, coaching creates a connection that changes the course of things – for both people involved. That’s what happened when I first met Pete Stoddart. He was a successful Saint John entrepreneur who was considering selling his position in a successful restaurant group and exploring new business opportunities. I had the privilege of coaching him during that period, and from the very first conversation, it was clear Pete was ready for a new chapter – one built on p

With more than 30 years at WorkSafeNB under his belt, Tim had a clear ambition: "I didn't want us to be just one of the strong executive leadership teams. I wanted us to be the strongest."

Staying in your lane is not just a productivity strategy – it’s a leadership mindset.

When Peter Stoddart first discovered leadership coaching, he didn’t expect it to change his life or his career. But it quickly changed how he led – and what he did next. He loved Vision Coaching so much, he bought (half) the company.

Founder Dave Veale reflects on Vision Coaching’s 20-year journey – from a business to a community built on connection, belonging and trust – and why that spirit continues to power its success.

Vision Coaching is delighted to welcome to our roster Jonathan McCready, an accomplished executive coach who helps leaders in high-stakes, people-first industries build trust, strengthen communication and thrive under pressure.

I’ve had the privilege of working closely with the leadership team of an organization that’s been committed to building a culture of coaching and connection. That work isn’t just theoretical. It shows up in how they treat each other. Recently, it has shown up in how they treat me – not just as a coach, but as a valued member of their tribe.