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10 Signs You Might Need an Executive Coach (Even if You’re a Strong Leader)

#coach #consistency #growth Apr 08, 2025

Leadership is rewarding—but it’s not easy. Even the best school and business leaders hit plateaus, get overwhelmed, or start to feel isolated.

I know I have. I've felt stuck many times and feeling stuck really stinks.

It wasn't until I hired a coach in 2014 did I begin to not just change, but transform my thinking, which accelerated my results. I can barely remember the Tom of 2019, let alone, the Tom of 2014.

Here are 10 quick signs it might be time to bring a coach into your corner:

You’re constantly reacting instead of leading with intention.
You make big decisions alone—with no one to process them with.
You have a vision, but your team isn’t moving with clarity or urgency.
You’re tired of putting out fires and want to build something lasting.
You’re repeating the same meetings, conversations, or mistakes.
You’re unsure how to grow or empower the leaders around you.
You want accountability to focus on what really matters.
You’ve hit a personal or professional plateau.