JACKIE mcconaghy

FOUNDER

The art of coaching is threaded into all facets of my life. 

I am a certified professional coach who works with people that are leading and experiencing change. I am a thought-partner who digs deep, I am a sounding board when you need to be heard, I am your cheerleader when you need encouragement, and I challenge you when you need to be different.

My first work experience was working in our family business at a young age. I learned about hard work, discipline, resilience, and dedication were key to entrepreneurship. I had strong mentorship from family members as I grew in the business. After university, I went on to take on progressively more responsible roles in human resources at a large educational institution where I learned about organizational culture, performance, strategy, vision, and execution. It is also when I started working with a coach who helped me to see my blind spots, manage my responses in tough situations, challenged my thinking and learned to take risks. I completed my Certificate in Executive Coaching (CEC) through Royal Roads University (RRU).

I have strong values around learning and growing and believe that with a little guidance, people can reach their full potential.

I had a yearning to do something different for a long time and I seized the opportunity to start Elevate Leadership Development. It is my belief that we continually grow and learn and we need different ways to stretch ourselves. I wanted to support people by providing them with a learning space that was safe, practical, thought-provoking and supportive.

To stretch myself, I completed a Masters of Arts in Leadership through RRU. My capstone project was how we can enhance cultures through relationship building. This research project created awareness for the organization through collaborative processes where everyone learned together and took responsibility for the outcomes. We were able to amplify our strengths as an organization, understand where we needed strategies to shift our practices, and pay attention to the needs of others to create a stronger community.

I have attained my Professional Certified Coach (PCC) designation from the International Coach Federation (ICF).

I uncover passions and strengths of individuals so that they can contribute in meaningful ways at work.

My education and experience helps people lead their organizations with stronger, more participative ways that rely on developing greater insight about themselves as leaders and where they can make the greatest impact.

I live to coach

I’m a cycling coach who works to instil confidence and competence in athletes. As a cyclist, I have come to appreciate the dedication and preparation it takes to compete. In sports, it is important to find the sweet spot where drive, discipline, and focus create the momentum needed to achieve your goals. I bring these elements together to take performance to a new level.

I have been a volunteer team coach for Leadership Saskatoon helping the teams to focus on the “how” they work together to ensure they are honour each other’s contributions, working harmoniously towards the same goal, and while reflecting on their individual contributions, challenges, and goals.