CERTIFIED EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP COACH

Becoming Your Best Self

I’ve had the opportunity to work in 17 countries and to serve as an Executive Leadership Coach to a wide variety of leaders all over the world. During our time together, I often ask them what value our sessions bring them. They often say, “It’s the ONLY time I step off the treadmill, pause and reflect on who I am as a leader and who I want to become. The focus is on me. That time and space is invaluable.”

As a coach, I create an open, transparent, non-judgmental, confidential and trusting environment that encourages leaders to become their very best selves and take up the pen to be the authors of their professional and personal lives.

Dive Deeper Into My Coaching Style

Here’s a detailed look into my beliefs, structure, and process – all the words are my own and reflect how I coach leaders to clarity, confidence, and growth.

My Purpose and Coaching Philosophy

My Approach – The How and What

My Coaching Style

My how is to make sense. What that means is that I am good at solving problems and making sense of complex and challenging situations. I can take in lots of data and information and make it understandable and useful. This is in the spirit of helping leaders do this and move forward. My what helps you get to a clear solution – everything has to be crystal clear. I want to help you reach a place of clarity and understanding before decisions are made and leaders can move forward with a clear plan of action.

The Ideal Fit

Coaching Engagement Structure

How the Coaching Works

Each coaching engagement is unique and can be customized. Engagement is generally are a 3, 6 or 9 - month packages, meeting bi-weekly via Zoom or Teams. We will have an initial conversation about your ultimate goal and it what might look like and give you. I’ll want to begin with an on-line Assessment like the Gallup StrtengthsFinder or Why Institute’s Assessment. Either of these will provide us both with considerable information about you, your motivation and unique talents.

Executive Leadership Coaching Testimonials

"Melinda Bickerstaff fundamentally changed the trajectory of my career. She uniquely blends deep operational insights gained as a Fortune 100 C-level executive, strategic acumen from top-tier management consulting, and profound expertise as a globally recognized leadership coach. Melinda’s unparalleled credentials—including her distinction as a Fulbright Scholar, the highest International Coaching Federation designation, and leadership roles such as CHRO and Chief Learning Officer for notable Fortune 100 corporations—position her among the most elite executive coaches worldwide.

Her strength lies not just in coaching beliefs, behaviors, internal narratives, and leveraging personal strengths, but also in connecting this strategic guidance directly to actionable, tactical steps within the corporate environment. This approach makes each coaching session immediately impactful, leading to tangible results. Over several years of working with Melinda, I experienced a measurable 10–20% increase in productivity and a profound enhancement in job satisfaction. For driven leaders operating in highly competitive environments, engaging Melinda means accessing one of the world’s finest leadership development minds, equipped with both the credibility and practical experience to accelerate professional growth and organizational impact."

Principal Director, Leadership and Culture Lead

Global Consulting Firm

“Reflecting on our coaching sessions, I can honestly say that I had never experienced such a structured form of coaching before at our company. The most significant takeaway for me was learning the importance of staying composed under pressure and reframing direct questions into more insightful ones. No why questions. This skill has not only allowed me to gather better information but also helped in de-escalating situations that could have otherwise been challenging.

Your guidance in reshaping my approach to questioning has truly evolved my capacity as a leader within our Company. It’s a skill set that continues to influence my interactions and leadership style positively.

I would definitely recommend coaching to my colleagues. The benefits of targeted personal development, like we had, are immense, especially for those looking to refine specific skills or gain clarity on their professional journey.

Thank you so much for the time we spent together. Your impact is lasting and I am grateful for our time.”

Associate Director, Product Pillar Lead

Global Consulting Firm

“I want to express my deepest appreciation for the outstanding support you have provided as a leadership coach in our organization. Your guidance was instrumental during my challenging times, helping me uncover my strengths and find a new role that aligns with my capabilities and aspirations. Your ability to facilitate reflection on my contributions and address operational challenges has been invaluable.

From our very first interaction, it was clear that you brought a wealth of knowledge and a unique approach to coaching that made a significant difference. You were always approachable and easy to talk to, creating a comfortable environment for open and honest discussions. Your preparation for each session was evident, and you consistently came with actionable next steps, ensuring that our time together was both productive and forward-looking.

Your support extended beyond just professional advice; you helped me navigate through personal development challenges as well. You encouraged me to look within and recognize the skills and strengths I had overlooked. This holistic approach to coaching has had a profound impact on my growth, both personally and in my business endeavors.

Your contributions have been a cornerstone in my development, and I truly enjoyed and valued our working relationship. The tools and perspectives you provided will continue to guide me long into the future.

Thank you for everything you have done. Your impact on my career and personal development has been immense, and I am deeply grateful for the time and effort you invested in me.”

Associate Director, Global Strategy Lead

Global Consulting Firm

“The most valuable aspect of the Acquisitions Program were the tools my coach (Melinda) referenced and provided me. This was my first coaching experience so I did not have access to this includes things like the StrengthsFinder and the Personal Board of Directors to help navigate my career. This insight helped guide my navigation plan and how to interact with others and new team members to my advantage for help and assistance where I may not have done that without my coach.”

Managing Director