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Great leadership isn’t about doing more—it’s about leading from who you are.
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I help leaders stop performing and start leading from who they really are—with bold clarity, grounded compassion, and energy that fuels their vision.
My mission is to transform leaders from the inside out, guiding them to lead with integrity, impact, and authenticity. With a blend of deep coaching methodologies and real-world experience, I partner with clients ready to elevate their leadership and make a lasting difference.
VANESSA YU
leadership coaching
when you work with me, you don’t just become a better leader—you become a force of nature.
workshops
Collaborative sessions that leverage collective wisdom, encouraging leaders to learn from and with each other
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group coaching
Interactive experiences designed to foster team growth, enhance communication, and build resilient leadership cultures
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One - one coaching
Personalized sessions to deepen self-leadership, uncover core values, and align actions with your authentic self
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services
I worked with Vanessa one-on-one, and it has been an incredibly valuable experience. She has helped me build confidence in my ability to achieve my business goals and recognize my successes, even in challenging times.
Through our coaching, I’ve learned how to manage my long to-do list, be more present, and carve out time for myself—without the guilt. What surprised me most was how coaching has benefited me both professionally and personally. Vanessa creates a supportive space that encourages growth without pressure, making it easy to talk through challenges and find clarity. I highly recommend working with her!
Stacy Leyk, Owner/CEO Speech and Learning Center
Working with Vanessa has been one of the most impactful experiences in my leadership journey. Through our coaching together, I’ve learned the power of curiosity; how to ask better questions, pause, and truly listen. These may sound like simple tools, but they've transformed the way I communicate and advocate for my team. I feel more confident and more engaged with the team as a whole. I’ve even received unsolicited feedback from several colleagues who have noticed and appreciated the growth in my leadership. That kind of affirmation is incredibly meaningful, and it’s a direct result of the work we’ve done together. I’m incredibly grateful for this partnership and the impact it’s had on both my personal and professional growth.
Ryan Colis, Partner/COO, Alterra Advisors
I came into my coaching relationship with Vanessa skeptical but knowing I
needed some outside guidance and expertise in my career. I didn’t know what to ask for or expect from coaching. I just knew I needed something. From that inauspicious beginning something wonderful grew.
Vanessa understood me right away. She didn’t try to push techniques or jargon, instead she listened, reflected back what she heard and offered new frameworks for approaching a given challenge. I would trust Vanessa with any challenge, professional or personal. With her help, I broke with some patterns of behavior that drained my energy and developed new ones that have infused my life with more energy and opportunity.
E.B. Media Executive
Vanessa Yu led our firm and a leadership team from our professional organization through the 5 Shadows of Leadership workshop, and the experience was outstanding. The workshop received glowing reviews, with participants appreciating the perfect balance of theory and practical exercises that led to meaningful skill development. Vanessa has a unique ability to create a comfortable and engaging space, encouraging open dialogue that drives real growth. She fosters a safe and supportive environment where vulnerability is welcomed, and transformation happens. I highly recommend Vanessa for any leadership team looking to grow and thrive.
Robert McHaney, Chief of Integrative Planning,
The Goodman Corp.
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