"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader."
"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader."
My clients seek change and growth in their lives and careers. Some start with a clear coaching focus, such as 'I want to develop an impactful, authentic leadership style.' Others start coaching with significant uncertainty but recognize that it is time for a change in their lives, even if they don’t know what that will be yet.
I coach from the belief that each of us will be more successful and more fulfilled when we operate with our skills, strengths, experiences, and values front and center. I provide space for exploration and growth, empowering clients to make meaningful progress.
As an executive and leadership coach, I draw upon my 25-year career as a financial services executive, as well as my training as a certified coach (ICF ACC), to collaborate with organizations and individual leaders seeking to enhance skills, progress careers or discover how to make a larger impact at work and beyond.
I offer coaching engagements to individuals as well as organizations. My areas of focus include executive coaching, leadership skills, personal and team development and career clarity. I pride myself on customizing coaching and consulting engagements to meet the needs of my clients.
Michele Garnett, Deputy Director, The Advocate for Human Rights
Working with Cheryl has been transformative. Cheryl's insightful, challenging questions and uncanny ability to hear what I am (or am not) saying has helped me break through areas I've struggled with for years. She is always prepared, focused, and on point, making every hour valuable. Her thoughtful and empathetic mindset and sense of humor allows me to be honest and look forward to our coaching sessions. I would highly recommend Cheryl to anyone looking for a coach who not only understands them but also empowers them to become the best version of themselves.
Mary, Financial Services, VP, Global Sales Leader Performance
I began my work with Cheryl at a critical time as I was looking for a new job after many years at the same company. Her coaching helped me to navigate the selection and negotiation of job offers, making a 90-day plan for a new role and planning for longer-term success. As I encountered a variety of challenges, Cheryl helped me discover valuable insights and provided a different perspective that opened my thinking while also encouraging me to own my successes and maintain my confidence. She was an essential part of my career transition.
Wendy, Director of Merchandising and Inventory Planning
I highly recommend Cheryl Mills as a career coach, particularly for those at a crossroads in their careers. After over 25 years in the same industry, I was feeling burned out and took some time off to reflect and reassess my priorities. Initially, I thought I wanted a complete career switch, moving away from anything that resembled my past roles. Cheryl is an attentive listener, skillfully guiding our conversations in a way that helped me draw my own conclusions based on my strengths, weaknesses, values, and passions.
One of my previous responsibilities was something I felt I needed to avoid in my next role. Through our sessions, however, I realized I actually enjoyed the work. Cheryl helped me see that it wasn’t the work itself that was draining but rather the culture and environment I had been in. With her support, I gained clarity on what I needed to thrive: a smaller, innovative environment that fosters creativity and impactful work. Cheryl's guidance was invaluable in helping me realign with my career and personal values.
VC, Vice President, Financial Services
Cheryl is a friendly, nonjudgmental advisor that listens and helps to evaluate thoughts and ideas around career goals. Her expertise in this area has helped to frame realistic career goals that are aligned to my values. She reviewed my resume and gave suggestions that increased response rates by 45%. She also gave suggestions on what roles to target based on her assessment of my past experience, my current goals, and my values. With her coaching, I've attained a new opportunity that is better aligned to who I am as an individual. I look forward to continuing my career journey in a company culture that is more suited to my personal definition of career happiness and success. Cheryl is a valued partner in my career journey.
Tony Williams II, Program Director
What I found the most beneficial about coaching with Cheryl was her clarity and attention to detail. Regardless of the topic we discussed in our coaching session, she was always able to get to the heart of the issues and how I could work to improve the situation.
Lauren, Program Manager, Non-Profit
Cheryl was absolutely wonderful to work with. Sher listened to my points of view and reframed some of my thinking in a positive way. She also challenged some of my thinking in a very respectful way. Working with Cheryl helped me learn more about myself and my abilities to be a leader - she helped boost my confidence as well!
Raekwon F., Graduate Student
Coaching with Cheryl has been truly transformative. Having a coach who is genuinely invested in ME and committed not only to listening but also to providing actionable steps has empowered me to take control. Cheryl makes me feel safe, seen, and understood. I am thrilled for the positive changes I continue to experience with Cheryl!
Exploration Session
30 mins | Complimentary
This session provides you with a sample coaching session and an opportunity to ask any questions you may have. https://calendly.com/cheryl-cmillscoaching
