Leadership Coaching for Women Who Hold Everything Together
Lead With a Lighter Grip
Most leadership coaching asks you to care less.
One-to-one leadership coaching rooted in the four core pillars of One Toolbox Leadership™: Boundaries, Communication, Consistency and Resilience.
Together we’ll figure out what’s truly yours, hand off the rest and keep your
exceptionally high standards, at work, at home and in your community.
I’ll show you how to carry less.
One-to-one leadership coaching rooted in the four core pillars of One Toolbox Leadership™: Boundaries, Communication, Consistency and Resilience. Together we’ll figure out what’s truly yours, hand off the rest and keep your exceptionally high standards, at work,
at home and in your community.
Is everything still running through you?
If it is, you’re probably exhausted, and the people around you have quietly stopped stepping up.
Leadership coaching with me gets to the root:
what you’re carrying that was never yours, and why you keep picking it back up.
You keep your exceptionally high standards. You stop doing it all yourself.
- Doing it yourself because it’s faster than explaining it.
- Taking back what you handed off because it wasn’t done right.
- Being the one everyone turns to, at work, at home and in your community.
- Lying awake running tomorrow’s list, yours and everyone else’s.
- Feeling out of control the minute one thing slips, even though you’re holding it all.
Leadership coaching with me gets to the root:
what you’re carrying that was never yours, and why you keep picking it back up.
You keep your exceptionally high standards.
You stop doing it all yourself.
If everything runs through you, nothing runs without you.
Real leadership isn’t measured by how much you hold. It’s measured by what keeps running when you step away. The goal isn’t for people to say, “I don’t know what we’d do without her.” It’s for you to finally think:
“Wow... they’ve got this. And I’ve got room to breathe.”
Real leadership isn’t measured by how much you hold.
It’s measured by what keeps running when you step away.
The goal isn’t for people to say,
“I don’t know what we’d do without her.”
It’s for you to finally think:
“Wow... they’ve got this. And I’ve got room to breathe.”
If everything runs through you,
nothing runs without you.
I’m Kelly Mitchell, ICF-Credentialed Leadership Coach and Recovered Control Freak
It doesn’t fail because the advice is wrong. It fails because it hands you a new model, a workbook and a list of things to do differently, without ever touching the reason you hold on so tight.
I work one-on-one with capable, dependable women who carry everything, at work, at home and in their communities, and who are ready to put down what was never theirs without lowering their exceptionally high standards.
I spent 30 years in my family’s business. I became CFO at 25, and I was the boss who trusted no one to do it right. Yes, I’m an ICF-credentialed leadership coach. Yes, I’m a Certified Resilience Coach. But the real value I bring is recognition.
I know what it feels like to grab it before anyone else can. I’ll catch you the moment you take it back, because I used to do it too. And I know exactly what it takes to stop.
Together, we sharpen the four core skills of One Toolbox Leadership™ until letting go stops feeling like losing control, and starts feeling like leadership.
Because when you stop carrying everything, you finally have room to lead.
It doesn’t fail because the advice is wrong. It fails because it hands you a new model, a workbook and a list of things to do differently, without ever touching the reason you
hold on so tight.
I work one-on-one with capable, dependable women who carry everything, at work, at home and in their communities, and who are ready to put down what was never theirs without lowering their exceptionally high standards.
I spent 30 years in my family’s business. I became CFO at 25, and I was the boss who trusted no one to do it right. Yes, I’m an ICF-credentialed leadership coach. Yes, I’m a Certified Resilience Coach. But the real value I bring is recognition.
I know what it feels like to grab it before anyone else can. I’ll catch you the moment you take it back, because I used to do it too. And I know exactly what it takes to stop.
Together, we sharpen the four core skills of One Toolbox Leadership™ until letting go stops feeling like losing control, and starts feeling like leadership.
Lead with a lighter hold
Let others carry their share, even when they do it differently than you would. That’s how you finally get room to breathe, at work, at home and in your community.
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Start with an honest conversation
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We begin with the end: where you want to be. Then we work back and sort out what’s truly yours, and what you grabbed because no one else does it right.
How to put down what isn't yours
Keep your standards. Lighten your grip.
If you’re holding on to everything because no one else will do it right, it’s time to let some of it go.
Sharpen four existing tools
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You don’t need a new leadership model. You need to stop doing it all yourself. We’ll sharpen four core skills, Boundaries, Communication, Consistency and Resilience, so you can hand off responsibility, say exactly what you expect and stop taking it back. That’s when letting go stops feeling like losing control.
Ready to lighten your grip?
Boundaries that Protect: We identify what’s truly yours to carry, and where you’re grabbing responsibility no one asked you to take.
Communication that Connects: We sharpen how you hand things off, so expectations are clear the first time and you’re not tempted to take it back.
Consistency that Builds Stability: We build the follow-through and simple routines that let people step up, so things keep running without running through you.
Resilience that Carries You: We rebuild how you rest, reset and recover, so you keep your exceptionally high standards without running on empty.
What We Work On Together
Four core skills decide whether you lead with a lighter grip,
or keep holding everything yourself.
What this means for you
Because you shouldn’t have to hold everything together to prove you’re a leader.
Choosing the Right Fit
Every package starts in the same place:
an honest conversation and the four core tools of One Toolbox Leadership™.
The length depends on how deep you’re ready to go.
Investment: $225 to $450 + HST per session, depending on the size of your package and the level of leadership coaching, from personal leadership to corporate leadership. Non-profit rates are available upon request and approval. Group coaching rates are available upon request.
I don’t offer single sessions.
Real growth takes patience, hard work and commitment, and one hour won’t get you there.
- You know exactly what’s yours to carry, and you stop picking up what isn’t.
- You hand things off once, clearly, and trust people to step up.
- Your exceptionally high standards stay intact, without being held up by you alone.
- You have energy left at the end of the day, for your family, your community and yourself.
- The people around you grow, because you’ve finally given them room to.
You want to tackle one challenge that’s weighing you down
3 sessions. Focus on one area where you’re carrying too much, and leave with a clear plan to put it down.
You’re ready to change how you lead
6 sessions. Time to sharpen all four tools, practice them in real life and start handing off responsibility for good.
You want change that lasts, at work, at home and in your community
9 sessions. Deep, steady work that rebuilds how you lead everywhere, with time to slip, learn and keep going.
Every package includes
- One-hour sessions, in person when possible or virtual when distance gets in the way
- Progress and reflection check-ins along the way
- Email access to me between every two sessions
- Access to the One Toolbox Leadership™ Starter Kit
Doing It All Isn’t a Leadership Strategy.
Without the right tools, even the most capable leader ends up running on empty. That’s why my coaching is rooted in four simple tools you can use
at work, at home and in your community.
Doing It All Isn’t a Leadership Strategy.
Five Star Reviews
"I highly recommend working with Kelly!
She helped me gain clarity on my leadership goals, build confidence, and develop actionable strategies to grow both professionally and personally."
- Krista Smith
- Krysten M. Byrne
"Kelly's expertise and experience in family resilience are an invaluable resource for parents, caretakers, children and teens. I highly recommend her services!"
- Lisette Jones
"Kelly is a powerhouse.
She has bounds of energy, tackles problems head on, and will go to bat for you. Her expertise in the not-for-profit and fisheries industries is immense. You are in good hands with Kelly!"
Frequently asked questions
I'll reply within one business day
What is the difference between coaching and mentorship or advisory?
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Coaching is client-based, client-led, and client-driven. As your coach, I am here to keep you on track, help you dig deeper, and ask the questions that you are unaware of, or the questions you have been avoiding. You are the expert in your life and only you know what you want and need. I am here to help you get there. If you prefer a mentor or advisor, please reach out and I can accommodate.
What does One Toolbox Leadership™ really mean?
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One Toolbox Leadership™ was born after nearly 7 years of recreating myself as a leader at work, at home, and in community. What I learned was so simple. If I stopped chasing the next best trend, the currently sought after self-help book, just one more online courses, or another wishful podcast, I focused on strengthening Four existing skills — boundaries, communication, consistency and resilience. As a result I became a better leader.
My toolbox of 4 core skills is one I carry into every role I lead, including self-leadership. No costume changes, no more wearing multiple hats which is EXHAUSTING.
One Toolbox, One Leader, for Every Role You Lead.
Is your pricing affordable for the individual as well as for the organization?
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Absolutely! I don't believe in over-priced offerings simply because "that's what everyone else is charging". I won't under-value my services, but I'll do my best to work within your budget by customizing offerings to suit your specific needs and financial limits. Not-for-profit rates available.
What are your payment terms and methods?
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I accept cash, e-transfer, and PayPal. Payment is required at, or before, the start of each session. 48-hours notice is required in order to cancel a scheduled session. If cancellation is made less than 48-hours, before your scheduled time, you may be unable to book an additional session until payment is received for that missed appointment.
Under usual circumstances we have our initial introductory session within 7-10 days of you reaching out. Your first full session will be within 2 weeks of our introductory session. Then, most clients prefer a 2+ week window between sessions to allow time for processing, research, homework, and field testing of the skills we are working on.
How soon can I start my first coaching session with you?
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