Step Into Your Leadership Potential
I’m Jen. I'm a leadership coach and career transition consultant helping leaders unlock their potential and make confident decisions and build resilience for sustained well-being.
With CPCC/PCC credentials and senior HR experience in New York and Australia, I blend real-world insight with coaching that turns clarity into action.
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What my clients are saying :
Jen is simply the best. I worked with her during a rocky patch in my career and other things as well. Jen was excellent at helping me develop the skills I needed to gain clarity, and understanding in my next steps while focusing on my core values. She has a genuine approach and takes the time to read between the lines, getting to the core of the situation/circumstance etc and then work from there. She cares so much about the people she works with, and is the most amazing listener. Jen is a joy to work with and I highly recommend her for leadership and personal coaching! - Whitney G.
Jen is adept at listening through the muck and getting to the crux of one's professional challenges. She brilliant at listening well and gently pushing one's boundaries so that they reach their professional potential. I'm thankful for Jen's practice and highly recommend her to others looking to reignite their leadership journey. - Jonathan W.
I am very pleased to endorse Jen Ryan for her talents as both a leadership and personal coach. She has a winning approach of combining the innate gift of listening( especially with the heart), solid and diverse life / work experiences , and a serious training acumen. All in all this makes her both intuitive without being presumptuous , knowledgeable without being prescriptive , and compassionate without being sentimental .
I endorse her whole- hearted and mindedly. - Trey W.
I worked with Jen at a time when I needed help with a career transition. Through exercises, discussion, and coaching, Jen assisted me in putting words to surprisingly deep-seated needs and values. Jen asks insightful questions; those questions guided me to answers to both those obvious things I had overlooked, and to new ideas and realizations. When I felt comfortable in my new-found self-knowledge, Jen helped me develop tools and strategies to consult my inner truths when confronted with future decisions. Jen is a joy to work with and I am fortunate to have had her guidance in my self-discovery - Russell S.
The Leadership Gap
Are you experiencing any of these challenges?
As an emerging leader:
- Struggling to trust your instincts and make confident decisions?
- Finding it hard to move from peer to boss, and influence others even when you know the best solution?
- Wanting to grow in your career but lacking clarity on the next steps?
- Needing accountability to turn intentions into results?
As a seasoned leader:
- Feeling uncertain about your decision-making in high-pressure situations?
- Don't know how to inspire and motivate your team effectively?
- Knowing you have more potential but unsure how to unlock it?
- Struggling to stay resilient and sustain well being in such volatile times ?
You're not alone. The gap between where you are and where you want to be can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to stay that way.
Your Path to Breakthrough Results
My proven coaching approach helps you bridge the gap between potential and performance through four key elements:
Deep Awareness & Powerful Questions Through curious, genuine inquiry, I help you gain crystal-clear insight into your authentic leadership style, strengths, and the patterns that have been holding you back. Powerful questions open up new possibilities.
Creative New Perspectives Discover fresh insights and breakthrough thinking that shifts how you see challenges and opportunities. My unique perspective, shaped by global corporate experience, opens up new ideas in a way that is creative and sustaining.
Focused, Results-Driven Actions Transform insights into concrete, strategic actions that move you toward your goals. Drawing on my consulting background, I help you take specific actions that will get the results you are seeking.
Heart-Centered Connection & Support Experience coaching that combines accountability with genuine care. I focus on what truly inspires you so you can make an even bigger impact in your world—and I promise we’ll have fun along the way!
Leadership & Personal Coaching Services
Leadership Coaching One-on-one coaching designed for emerging or seasoned leaders ready to bring their authenticity to their leadership. Hone your leadership impact, develop heart-centered leadership skills and the ability to inspire others through genuine connection and clear, compassionate communication. Combining strategic business understanding with HR insights for maximum impact.
Career Transition Coaching Specialized support for leaders and individuals experiencing career changes, promotions, or major professional transitions. Drawing on my experience both coaching individuals inside global companies and externally through organization restructures, I provide a unique mix of coaching and consulting advice to help you navigate change successfully.
Your Coach & Partner in Growth
I’m a leadership coach and career management consultant who helps emerging and experienced leaders unlock their potential, build critical leadership skills, and increase their impact.
Drawing on senior HR roles with global firms in New York and Australia—and partnerships across Fortune 100s, multinational tech, health, and travel—I bring real-world business insight to every engagement.
As a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and Professional Certified Coach (PCC), I’m known for powerful questions that spark “aha” moments and a being/doing approach that turns clarity into action. I’ll help you navigate change, make clear decisions, and lead with confidence—always anchored in who you are and what you value (and I’ll help you uncover your values, too).
I’m an Aussie, a beach lover and curious traveler, a hike-and-trail novice, and a global citizen who works with clients worldwide.
My Background: I'm the Founder of Life First Coaching and have dedicated my career to helping seasoned and emerging leaders recognize the power of bringing their own brand of authenticity to their leadership. My approach combines coaching, career management consulting, and a being/doing mindset, together with a strategic understanding of business and HR implications.
Prior to my coaching practice, I held senior HR management positions with global companies in both New York and Australia, where I helped leaders and teams develop their leadership effectiveness. This corporate experience gives me deep insight into the real challenges leaders face and the practical solutions that work.
My Passion: I'm passionate about asking powerful questions and bringing a unique perspective that opens up new ideas for my clients in a way that is curious, genuine, creative and sustaining. I focus on heart-centered leadership, clear compassionate communication, deep relationships and strong connection.
My Approach: I help leaders take specific actions that will get the results they are seeking. We work together to focus on what truly inspires you so you can make an even bigger impact in your world, build resilience and enjoy sustained wellness.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your leadership impact, or you're experiencing career transition, I’m here to guide and support you every step of the journey - with a little fun along the way.
Real Results Through Real Partnership
What You Can Expect:
- Enhanced Self-Awareness: Deep understanding of your strengths, values, and growth areas
- Improved Decision-Making: Greater confidence in making important choices
- Stronger Leadership Presence: Increased ability to influence and inspire others
- Goal Achievement: Consistent progress toward your most important objectives
- Better Work-Life Integration: Alignment between your professional and personal aspirations
- Lasting Change: Sustainable habits and mindsets that support continued growth
The Difference You'll Feel:
- More clarity about your direction and priorities
- Increased confidence in your abilities and decisions
- Greater sense of commitment to your career
- Improved relationships and communication
- Consistent momentum toward your goals
Is This Right for You?
You're a great fit if you:
- Are a leader or aspiring leader committed to growth
- Have professional (or personal) goals you're serious about achieving
- Are ready to invest time and energy in your development
- Want both insights and practical tools for change
- Value accountability and structured support
- Are open to new perspectives and approaches
You're ready to:
- Take an honest look at where and how your leadership style is having impact
- Commit to consistent action toward your goals
- Embrace feedback and coaching as tools for growth
- Invest in your development as a leader
Ready to Step Into Your Potential?
Your Free Discovery Call Includes:
- Assessment of your current leadership development goals
- Identification of key opportunities for growth
- Overview of how coaching can accelerate your progress
- Determining whether we're a good fit to work together
No pressure, no urgent “sign up now” messages, just a genuine conversation about your goals and how to achieve them.
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Learn More About My Approach
I offer 6 month packages of 12 coaching sessions which include:
- 45 minutes of coaching per session
- Unlimited email access to me
- 2 x 15 minute life-line calls
- Tools, tips and resources to strengthen your learning and discovery
Common Questions
- How long does coaching typically last? Most clients work with me for 6 months, though some prefer longer-term partnerships. We'll discuss what makes sense for your goals during our discovery call.
- What's the time commitment? Sessions are typically 45 minutes, held bi-weekly. Between sessions, you'll have action items and reflection exercises that may take 30-60 minutes per week.
- Do you work with both leadership and personal goals? Absolutely. I believe leadership and personal development are interconnected. Many clients work on both simultaneously, as growth in one area often supports growth in the other.
- How do you measure success? Success is measured by your progress toward the specific goals we establish together. We'll regularly assess your growth in awareness, actions taken, and results achieved.
- What if I'm not sure what I want to work on? That's exactly what our discovery call is for. Many clients start with a general sense of wanting to grow their leadership but aren't sure of the specifics. I'll help you gain clarity on your priorities and goals.