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Acknowledgement versus praise – and why it matters
One of the most important shifts for a leader is understanding the difference between praise and acknowledgement. When people feel truly seen – not just praised – their confidence grows from within. And so does your impact as a leader.

Dave Veale
2 min read


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

Dave Veale
2 min read


Kevin's story: Leading through uncharted territory
Kevin wasn't new to leadership coaching. Over 20 years in management, he'd worked with three different coaches, recognizing early that leadership could feel isolating. But this latest transition demanded something more.

Dave Veale
2 min read


How misconceived psychological safety could be harmful to your wellbeing
Misconceptions about psychological safety can have unintended consequences. In this thought-provoking piece, Kelly VanBuskirk explores how confusing emotional comfort with psychological safety can hinder honest feedback, stunt growth, and erode workplace resilience — and why humility may be the missing link.

Kelly VanBuskirk, KC, PhD, C. Arb.
3 min read


Our youth leadership program expanding to schools
This winter, a pilot of Vision Coaching's Accelerate youth leadership program at middle school outside Saint John, N.B. helped 15 students unlock confidence, courage and connection in just four weeks.

Dave Veale
1 min read


The LEADing Edge: Transforming tough conversations
Active listening has become a staple of leadership training but it often misses the mark.

Dave Veale
3 min read


Creating safe spaces for people to flourish
Lately, one theme keeps coming up in the work we do at Vision Coaching – psychological safety.

Dave Veale
3 min read


The LEADing Edge: Embracing a failure-forward culture
We’ve seen firsthand how transformative it can be when leaders create an environment where failure is not just accepted, but embraced.
Marilyn Orr and Kelley Russell-DuVarney
2 min read


Exploring the power of one-to-one leadership coaching
At its best, coaching is a deeply personal journey that helps individuals tap into their full potential.

Dave Veale
3 min read


A crazy million-dollar idea takes flight
I rang up the United Way and told them about this “crazy idea.” After some discussion, the Million Dollar Pledge was born in 2017.

Dave Veale
3 min read


The LEADing Edge: Understanding the mental health crisis
We're facing a significant mental health crisis, a situation that existed even before the pandemic but has escalated dramatically since.
Marilyn Orr and Kelley Russell-DuVarney
3 min read


Remembering Mom: A trailblazer, an inspiration and the real reason I became a coach
My mother, Catherine ‘Kip’ Veale, passed away on July 29th after a full life of trailblazing, advocacy, and empowering others.

Dave Veale
4 min read


New youth leadership program set to launch
Vision Coaching is delighted to partner with a youth organization to launch Accelerate, a youth leadership offering designed for girls.

Dave Veale
1 min read


A decade-long journey of fascinating conversations
I find it hard to believe that 10 years have gone by since we launched The Boiling Point podcast.

Dave Veale
3 min read


What's your personal best?
“If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.” – Anonymous Quote I recently completed my first 10 km race. I’m 55 years old and...

Lianne Krakauer
2 min read


Inspired by a leader who lives his values
I was inspired recently by the actions of a friend, Jake Palmer. Jake is a real estate agent I’ve known for many years. He’s well-known...

Dave Veale
2 min read
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