Inside My Work: A Day in the Life of an Executive Coach
Ever wonder what an executive coach’s day actually looks like?
If you know me, you know I’m a Performance Coach. But what does that actually look like day to day?
I work with high-achieving leaders—executives, creatives, founders—who are navigating big decisions, leadership challenges, job transitions, and the pressure that comes with being the person everyone looks to.
My job? To be their strategic partner, helping them lead with clarity, confidence, and direction.
That means no two days look the same. Some days, I’m coaching a leader on how to cultivate a high-performance culture across their team. Others, I’m helping an executive analyze their team’s strengths, identify gaps, and plan for new hires. And sometimes, like today, I’m spending time inside one of my client’s businesses, working directly with their team.
Wednesdays are my in-office day. I have a retainer client (a creative agency) who I work with in-house once a week—it makes life as a solopreneur feel a lot less solo.
Here’s A Day in the Life With Me
9:30 AM - Pass the Mic
We start with a team ritual called Pass the Mic. This week, one of our comms leaders gave a full TED Talk on her passion for chocolate. We sampled chocolate from around the world (yes, this is work) and I left questioning every Whole Foods chocolate bar I’ve ever bought.
10 AM - Senior Leadership Team Meeting
Strategy talk, service refresh discussions, and making sure the business is moving in the right direction. High-achievers thrive in the details and the big picture—this is where we keep both in check.
11 AM - New Team Member Check-In
I meet with a new hire, a graphic designer who’s diving headfirst into strategic work. She’s already moving fast and making an impact. We bond over her studies in branding and consumerism. We talk about current aesthetic trends, how body positivity seems to have gone by the wayside. Love seeing people step up quickly.
11:30 AM - Policy Chat with London
International conversations = time zone math. Enough said. Love these chats, my weekly sanity check.
1 PM - Weekly Sync with Head of Creative Services
We talk work, life, team updates. These meetings are efficient, real, and always a highlight of my week.
2 PM - Deep Dive with Chief Creative Officer
One of my most important weekly rituals. We balance long-term vision with the day-to-day details, keeping us grounded in what’s happening now while making sure we’re steering the business where it needs to go. They’re a small team and it’s lonely at the top, so it helps to have me as a sounding board.
After 3 PM - Text from a Client/Friend
A client (now friend) texts me. We plan a drinks catch-up at The Modern. My work and relationships blend in the best ways.
5 PM - Done for the day
It’s finally still light out after 5 PM in NYC, so I’m taking full advantage.
PS - there’s a bar in the office. Perfect for after work hangs or aesthetically pleasing chats during the day.
What This Day Made Me Think About
I spend a lot of time helping my clients manage the tension between big picture thinking and right now execution. The best leaders don’t just have vision; they know how to stay present in what’s happening today while still steering toward the long-term.
This week’s deep dive with the Chief Creative Officer was a perfect example of that. You can’t run a business (or a career) on only five-year plans or only daily tasks—you need both. The balance is what keeps high achievers from burning out or feeling stuck.
How To Work With Me
Balancing long-term vision with the day-to-day isn’t just a skill—it’s a leadership necessity. It’s also one of the biggest reasons leaders bring me in as a strategic partner. If you’re navigating high-stakes decisions and need an advisor in your corner, check out Align.