Coaching Can Change Everything

Harvard Business Reviewresearch concludes that coaching boosts productivity by 44%, while an ICF-commissioned study claims that coaching clients report a median ROI of 788%. 

Have you ever thought about what a coach could do for you? Have you had a coach who has catapulted you into a new world? I have.  

I never could have predicted how coaching would impact my life and career. Looking back, it’s been one of the biggest accelerators—not just in what I do but in how I do it.  

Coaching is about unlocking potential. According to the Harvard Business Review, great coaches help people shift their mindsets, gain clarity, and push through barriers that have been holding them back. Leaders who engage with a coach see increased self-awareness, better decision-making, and greater resilience. A Forbes article even highlights that top executives and high performers consistently work with coaches—not because they’re struggling, but because they want to maximize their strengths and create bigger impact. 

You could be the best version of yourself if you had someone who held you accountable, got you out of your head, and helped you take action on that thing you’ve been thinking about – but haven’t done yet. Maybe it’s a conversation you need to have. Maybe it’s a relationship you need to start… or stop. Maybe it’s that big move, that risk you just can’t decide if you should take. 

At The Talent Strategy Collective, we take a strengths-based approach to coaching. Instead of focusing on weaknesses and fixing “what is wrong”, we help you tap into what you naturally do best. When you build from a place of strength, you move faster, feel more confident, and create meaningful success. It’s not about ignoring challenges—it’s about managing them strategically while leaning into what makes you exceptional.  

So, have you ever thought about coaching? Whether you’re looking to grow in your current career, pivot to something new, break through a professional plateau, or just need clarity on your next move, coaching can be a game-changer. We have expert coaches at the TSC ready to help you navigate whatever crossroads you’re at. Every super performer – athletes, top CEO’s, superstars  – has a coach. Maybe you need one too! Let’s have a conversation. You’re capable of so much – let’s get you there!  
 
If you want a small insight into what coaching is like, don’t forget that we offer “Spill the Tea” with Cara @TheApiary (link to our website) on the first Wednesday of every month from 12:00 -1:00 (EST) in person and virtually. Our next one is on March 5th. Just sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/ZsKHhWdzjn  – this is an excellent opportunity to network, ask questions and connect! 

If you’re exploring new career opportunities, we’ve got you covered. Every week, we curate the latest openings in post-secondary career education, experiential learning, work-integrated learning, and roles that leverage similar or transferable skills. Here’s what’s new across Canada this week: 

🔹 Newfoundland & Labrador 

  • Student Development Officer – College of the North Atlantic Apply here (Closes March 25, 2025) 

🔹 Nova Scotia 

  • Program Pathways Navigator (Black and African Nova Scotian Students – Designated Position) – Dalhousie University Apply here (Closes Feb 28, 2025) 

🔹 Ontario 

  • Career Advisor – University of Niagara Falls Apply here (No closing date) 
  • Work Integrated Learning Manager – University of Niagara Falls Apply here (No closing date) 
  • Team Lead, Co-op Curriculum/Learning and Student Experience – University of Toronto Scarborough Apply here (Closes Feb 25, 2025) 
  • Clinical Placement Coordinator – University of Toronto St. George Apply here (Closes May 25, 2025) 
  • Career Counsellor – University of Toronto Scarborough Apply here (Closes Feb 25, 2025) 
  • Arts & Science Internship Program Co-op Coordinator (Term) – University of Toronto St. George Apply here (Closes Feb 26, 2025) 
  • Community Partnerships & Engagement Team Lead – University of Toronto Scarborough Apply here (Closes Feb 27, 2025) 
  • Manager, Educational and Employer Partnerships (Term) – York University Apply here (No closing date) 
  • Community Manager – Carleton University Apply here (Closes March 3, 2025) 
  • Lead Coordinator, Event Management – University of Ottawa Apply here (Closes March 3, 2025) 
  • Senior Coordinator, Academic Administration – University of Ottawa Apply here (Closes March 3, 2025) 
  • Director, Administration and Operations – Toronto Metropolitan University Apply here (Closes March 7, 2025) 
  • Student Experience Coordinator (Term) – Brock University Apply here (Closes Feb 27, 2025) 
  • Program Manager, Youth Programs – Brock University Apply here (Closes March 9, 2025) 
  • Part-Time Work Integrated Learning Clinic Nurse – Conestoga College Apply here (No closing date) 
  • Employment Resource Specialist (Temp) – Confederation College Apply here (Closes March 3, 2025) 
  • Director – Continuing Education, School of Business and Information Technology – Fleming College Apply here (Closes March 9, 2025) 
  • Employment Consultant – Sault College Apply here (Closes Feb 28, 2025) 
  • Employment Engagement Representative (Term 3 years) – Canadore College Apply here (Closes March 3, 2025) 

🔹 Saskatchewan 

  • Community Outreach & Engagement Coordinator (Term) – University of Regina Apply here (Closes March 6, 2025) 

🔹 Alberta 

  • Field Experience Advisor, Undergraduate Program – University of Calgary Apply here (Closes March 3, 2025) 
  • National Hub Director, XPRIZE Canada Hub – University of Calgary Apply here (Closes March 10, 2025) 
  • Program Specialist – NAIT Apply here (Closes Feb 28, 2025) 
  • Business Development Officer – Workforce Development – Bow Valley College Apply here (Closes Feb 28, 2025) 
  • Esports Community Coordinator – NorQuest College Apply here (Closes March 9, 2025) 

🔹 British Columbia 

  • Associate Director, Program Delivery – SFU (Beedie School of Business) Apply here (Closes Feb 28, 2025) 
  • Co-op and Career Assistant – University of Victoria Apply here (Closes March 1, 2025) 

Whether through career coaching or leadership development, we’d love to help you make your next big move. 

Until next week, keep building on your strengths! 

– Cara @The Talent Strategy Collective