In this honest and far-reaching conversation, executive coaching expert Maureen Hewitt sits down with Rita Kirwan – a seasoned marketing director with a dynamic career spanning industries, acquisitions, and leadership change – to explore the real, often unseen impact of coaching.
Over 15 years of working together, they’ve moved through career transitions, corporate restructures, and periods of deep personal growth. This conversation highlights just how essential a trusted coaching relationship can be in building leadership confidence, emotional intelligence, and navigating today’s complex business world.
What You’ll Learn
- How coaching builds confidence and clarity in executive decision-making
- Why emotional intelligence is a leadership essential, not a soft skill
- How to stay grounded through change, growth, and high-stakes leadership challenges
- The ripple effect of coaching across culture, teams, and trust
- How to prepare for leadership in an AI-driven world
Timestamps
- 0:00 – Introduction
- 1:00 – Coaching as a Career Catalyst
- 5:00 – Emotional Intelligence in Real-Time
- 10:00 – Challenges Leaders Face in Today’s World
- 15:00 – Navigating Change and AI
- 20:00 – Culture, Teams & Trust
- 30:00 – The Future of Coaching & Leadership
Who Should Watch
Whether you’re a business leader, aspiring executive, coach, or HR professional, this video offers a rare look into how coaching supports leadership development from the inside out.
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