Vision Coaching Inc.

Vision Coaching Inc. Trusted Coaching. Measurable Results. Use a coach approach to enhance the core leadership competencies that already exist in you and your team.

We envision a world that values and is transformed by creative, resilient and compassionate leadership. We work with leaders who are committed to taking risks, have the courage to lead by example, who think big and who make things happen. We facilitate this transformation through coaching, teaching coaching skills, and using a coach approach to build leadership capacity.

There’s no shortage of leadership content.But the most useful ideas tend to come from what’s actually happening in the w...
04/16/2026

There’s no shortage of leadership content.

But the most useful ideas tend to come from what’s actually happening in the work.

The conversations. The patterns. The challenges that don’t always have clear answers.

Fresh Ideas is where some of that thinking gets captured each month.

If that kind of perspective resonates, you can subscribe here to get the newest edition next week.

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Loneliness at work isn’t always obvious.It can show up in quieter ways: lower engagement, reduced focus, people pulling ...
04/09/2026

Loneliness at work isn’t always obvious.

It can show up in quieter ways: lower engagement, reduced focus, people pulling back from conversations or collaboration.

In a world that moves quickly, it’s easy for connection to become an afterthought. But for leaders, it’s something that needs to be designed with intention.

How people feel at work shapes how they contribute, how they engage and how they perform over time. And leaders play an important role in designing those environments.

If you’re thinking about how to strengthen connection within your team, this is a helpful read:
https://theconversation.com/loneliness-at-work-matters-more-than-we-think-265845

There’s a lot of conversation right now about what AI will replace. But one thing that continues to stand out is what it...
04/07/2026

There’s a lot of conversation right now about what AI will replace. But one thing that continues to stand out is what it can’t replicate.

A recent Forbes article, “The Power of Presence: The Hardest Skill in the Room,” suggests that as AI takes over more structured work, the leaders who stand out will be those who can read a room, build trust and make decisions in real time.

It’s a helpful reminder that some of the most important work happens between people, not the work that’s accomplished quickly with a prompt.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/pennyabeywardena/2026/03/12/the-power-of-presence-the-hardest-skill-in-the-room/

Most organizations focus on senior leaders or frontline teams.But according to Vision coach Stew Pollard, the real press...
03/26/2026

Most organizations focus on senior leaders or frontline teams.

But according to Vision coach Stew Pollard, the real pressure point is somewhere in between.

“Strategy gets created at the top and ex*****on happens at the front line,” he says.

“But everything has to flow through this bottleneck called middle managers.”

With more than 25 years of experience in engineering, operations and change management, Stew has seen where things actually break down — and why.

If strategy isn’t turning into action, this might explain why.
Read more: https://www.visioncoachinginc.com/post/the-leadership-gap-in-the-middle

Leadership doesn’t usually fall apart loudly.It gets heavy quietly.You’re still performing. Still deciding. Still leadin...
03/25/2026

Leadership doesn’t usually fall apart loudly.

It gets heavy quietly.

You’re still performing. Still deciding. Still leading.

But the thinking feels crowded. The clarity takes longer to find.

That’s often the moment leaders reach out for one-to-one coaching.

Not because they need advice.
But because they need space.

To slow down. To think clearly. To hear themselves again.

One-to-one coaching creates that space.

And from there, better leadership follows naturally.

Like to learn more? This piece explores the real impact of one coaching conversation:
https://na3.hubs.ly/y0pl6c0

Leadership can feel different under pressure.Decisions carry more weight. Expectations grow. And the path forward is not...
03/24/2026

Leadership can feel different under pressure.

Decisions carry more weight. Expectations grow. And the path forward is not always clear.

A recent article in Harvard Business Review, What Authentic Leadership Looks Like Under Pressure, explores what this looks like for leaders today.

Not having all the answers, but staying grounded in values. Communicating clearly, even when things are uncertain. Showing steadiness and care when the stakes are high.

It’s a helpful reminder that leadership is not just about decisions.
It’s about how those decisions are experienced by others.

If this resonates, this article is worth your time. And if our coaches can help you navigate leadership issues, message us.

Explore the full piece here: https://hbr.org/2026/03/what-authentic-leadership-looks-like-under-pressure

Strategy often looks clear from the top.But as Dave Veale shares in a recent article, whether it actually gains traction...
03/19/2026

Strategy often looks clear from the top.

But as Dave Veale shares in a recent article, whether it actually gains traction often depends on what happens in the middle.

Middle managers carry the weight of turning strategy into action. They help teams understand priorities, navigate change and keep things moving forward.

When these leaders are supported, especially with coaching skills, something shifts. Conversations improve. Ownership grows. Strategy starts to move.

If your organization is thinking about how to strengthen ex*****on, this is an important place to look.

Read more: https://www.visioncoachinginc.com/post/where-strategy-either-sticks-or-stalls

Ever notice how some leaders seem to carry everything themselves?They solve. They decide. They step in.And slowly, they ...
03/18/2026

Ever notice how some leaders seem to carry everything themselves?

They solve. They decide. They step in.
And slowly, they become the bottleneck.

The Coach Approach shifts that dynamic.

It helps leaders develop people who think, decide, and take ownership.
It’s a powerful way to lead and a learnable skill.

Sign up for the next Using the Coach Approach™ cohort here:
https://na3.hubs.ly/y0nntb0

Sometimes the most supportive thing a leader can do is not jump in.Asking the right question can build confidence far mo...
03/12/2026

Sometimes the most supportive thing a leader can do is not jump in.

Asking the right question can build confidence far more than giving the right answer.

That’s the heart of the Coach Approach to Leadership.

And when leaders learn to use it well, everything changes.

This webinar series explores why staying in your lane is a leadership strength:
https://na3.hubs.ly/y0n9Qj0

Imagine a meeting where one employee belittles another.Everyone notices. The room goes quiet.But the manager says nothin...
03/12/2026

Imagine a meeting where one employee belittles another.

Everyone notices. The room goes quiet.

But the manager says nothing.

A recent article in The Conversation explores what happens in moments like this. Research shows that when leaders fail to respond to harmful behaviour, employees rarely see silence as neutral. They see it as a decision.

That perception can quickly damage trust, morale and engagement.

Managers may hesitate because they believe giving employees space will help them resolve the issue themselves. But the research suggests the opposite. Inaction often creates more harm than imperfect action.

Leadership is not only about what we do. It is also about when we choose to step forward.

We see these situations in coaching conversations with leaders.

If your organization is navigating challenges around leadership and culture, we can help.

Read the article here: https://theconversation.com/what-happens-when-managers-dont-act-new-research-reveals-the-consequences-can-be-severe-271477?utm_campaign=180578258-Fresh%20Ideas&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=21509649&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9L5QBCx3pSmVBNKEc-8z22jZNDs_9Hlk43yJgIMlCRRoEvloH0VaXnZ05R7Wl0ZM6V12lYSHRTC7nM_L4DfmCHYiKOshJvPI3aNDpzVtZwCS8Nxm0

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