Is executive coaching actually worth it?
40 people answered this on the record, across 18 organisations. The change they described most often was more clients, leads or patients — 16 of 40 raised it unprompted. 16 described team, hiring or delegation wins. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-07-30. Updated as new interviews arrive.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| More clients | 16 of 40 | 40% |
| Team & hiring | 16 of 40 | 40% |
| Better systems | 14 of 40 | 35% |
| Confidence | 13 of 40 | 33% |
| Felt supported | 10 of 40 | 25% |
| Family & relationships | 8 of 40 | 20% |
- “That was just the foundation for what we would do, but we were able to build on that and integrate what the client's needs were to make sure that these executives were very well entertained.”Tya Bolton
- “We had a few event team members on site, and it just made it so much easier for us to be able to communicate throughout.”Tya Bolton
- “Working with Coach Ricky, I know how to feel more grounded, less reactive, a clear thought process.”Christie Anderson
- “We ended up talking, and he actually said, "I'd love to do a 30-minute session with you." And what we got done in 30 minutes' time was one of the most transformative moments I've had, and that led me to trust, like, "…”Keira B.
The interviews behind this answer
WatchCapturing Deep Human Experiences Through Live Professional Video Testimonial InterviewsDave Asprey, founder of 40 Years of Zen, uses Share One to capture the profound impact of high-end brain upgrades. By using live human reporters instead of static forms, Share One provides a 'white glove' experience that helps clients articulate life-changing…Dave Asprey · Share One- Transformative ListeningWatchAchieved Ten Years of Therapy Progress in a Single Fifteen-Hour ImmersionKeira B., a book publisher and TV host, credits Transformative Listening with delivering ten years of therapy progress in a single day. Through a 15-hour immersion, she processed deep-seated childhood trauma and the pressures of single motherhood, achieving w…Keira B. · Transformative Listening
WatchImmersive Charity Guitar Build for 150 Executives with Seamless On-Site LogisticsTya Bolton, CEO of a global consulting agency, reviewed TeamBonding after they executed a customized charity guitar build for 150 executives. The event featured 19 teams and integrated AI, decoration, and performance. Bolton highlighted their exceptional plan…Tya Bolton · TeamBonding
WatchCTO Overcomes Difficult Leadership Dynamics to Increase Team Capabilities and CompensationSarah Foss, a Chief Technology Officer, credits Horizon Point Inc and Dr. Sharon Melnick with helping her navigate a challenging relationship with a narcissistic boss. By identifying what was within her control, Foss successfully turned the tables to secure i…Sarah Foss · Horizon Point Inc
WatchOvercoming Imposter Syndrome to Lead with Confidence and Spiritual GroundingChristie Anderson, a clinical informaticist, credits Centerfield Coaching & Consulting for a transformative shift in her leadership. After struggling with imposter syndrome and the need to prove her worth, she achieved a grounded, less reactive mindset. Under…Christie Anderson · Centerfield Coaching & Consulting
WatchAccelerated Growth and Operational Freedom Through Strategic Accountability and Executive CoachingErin Hodges of Press Forward (reviewed as a client of Neal Conlon) achieved accelerated professional growth and operational freedom by transitioning from micromanagement to strategic delegation. By implementing Conlon’s precision systems and attending curated…Erin Hodges · Press Forward
WatchExecutive Coach Generates $100,000 in Revenue Through Quality Joint Venture IntroductionsDr. Jamey Schrier, an executive coach, credits Maximum Response Marketing for facilitating high-quality introductions that resulted in three paying clients and between $80,000 and $100,000 in new revenue. By leveraging Kevin Thompson’s ILC network, Schrier mo…Jamey Schrier · Maximum Response Marketing
WatchOvercoming Founder Isolation Through Deep Local Connections and Actionable Business HacksMarni Hale, a fractional executive reviewing Speakeasy Mastermind, reports that the group eliminated her business isolation through small, committed local chapters. She achieved significant professional clarity and growth by accessing specific AI prompts, app…Marni Hale · Speakeasy Mastermind
WatchTransitioning from Virtual Assistant to Strategic Partner Through AI Training and AutomationAngelaleah Mwangi, an assistant at Atlas Assistants, LLC, reports that the company’s specialized AI training and inbox management systems allowed her to transition from a virtual assistant to a strategic partner. By automating mundane tasks and mastering her…Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi · Atlas Assistants, LLC
What they doubted first
- “According to Sarah Foss, every single penny spent provides a return on investment that is difficult to even comprehend. She describes the commitment as one that high performers essentially need to make for themselves.”Sarah Foss
- “But I felt like I was not showing up as my best self because I was worried that they would see through me and my insecurity.”Christie Anderson
- “Marni Hale initially worried she wouldn't live up to the caliber of the powerful entrepreneurs in the group. However, she realized during her first meeting that every member brings unique value to share while simultaneously receiving value from others.”Marni Hale
Follow-up questions they answered
- Will an automated testimonial process upset high-end concierge clients?
- Dave Asprey noted that because Share One uses a live human who cares and asks the right questions, it matches the 'white glove' environment of his mansion-based program. He reported having no issues with client impressions, stating the professional process leaves a positive final taste for the investment. — Dave Asprey
- How does Share One compare to standard email testimonial requests?
- Asprey states that while getting testimonials via email is not hard, it lacks the impact of a live human interaction. He believes that when a reporter asks questions, it changes everything because the resulting testimonials are something the audience can actually 'feel.' — Dave Asprey
- Can video testimonials help with customer retention or experience?
- Yes, Asprey uses Share One as part of the 'integration process' for 40 Years of Zen. It helps clients capture what really happened during their experience before the memory fades, reinforcing the importance of the work they did for themselves. — Dave Asprey
- Is a 15-hour immersion more effective than traditional hourly therapy?
- Yes, according to Keira B., the immersion format prevents the 'cutoff' experienced in weekly one-hour sessions. This allowed her to peel back multiple layers of trauma consecutively, resulting in progress she equated to ten years of traditional therapy. — Keira B.
- Can Transformative Listening help with the pressure of being a high-achieving single mother?
- Keira B. found that the practice alleviated the 'tremendous amount of pressure' she felt while managing five children, 15 employees, and hundreds of clients. It provided a space where others could 'hold' her intensity, which she had previously carried alone. — Keira B.
- How do I know if I should try Transformative Listening?
- Keira suggests that if you feel inspired to go, your soul has already agreed to it. She notes that while the experience cannot be fully explained, it must be experienced once for the realization of safety and support to 'come online.' — Keira B.
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