Sally Diab Barakat
Executive Coach
- Time constraints
- Competing priorities
- Unshakeable feelings of guilt
- Relentless pressure to perform
- Time constraints
- Relentless pressure to perform
- Unshakeable feelings of guilt
- Competing priorities
We live in an increasingly complex world where sources of stress abound and are relentless in making their presence a mainstay in our lives. Whether or not we are aware of it, the pressure to achieve harmony in our lives can have a significant impact on our motivation and engagement. My practice is focused on partnering with leaders to clarify and articulate what is most important to them. Together, we work to strengthen their capacity to seize opportunities, address challenges, and more effectively channel their capabilities to achieve desired outcomes.
Helping you thrive
Helping you thrive
What I Do
As a Coach, I am passionate about collaborating with individuals and teams to identify the path that most resonates with their values and shifts their energy to achieve their goals and create greater satisfaction, purpose, and balance in their lives. I care deeply about my clients, and I am dedicated to empowering them to evolve through positive change.
As a Strategy and HR professional experienced in both the public and private sectors, my areas of expertise include partnering with organizations to facilitate transformations, promote long-term growth, and coach teams toward optimal productivity.
As an adept relationship builder with a natural communication approach, I have been fortunate to work with executives and companies from a broad-spectrum of industries in different regions of the world. Working in diverse markets has cultivated my cultural awareness to understand and acknowledge the context in which people work. Specific sector expertise includes oil and gas, consulting, financial services, and entrepreneurship.
Intuition and empathy are at the heart of my work which includes championing women-led businesses through mentoring, coaching, and advocacy. Drawing from my personal experience, I recognize the importance of supporting the distinct needs and challenges faced by women working in fields where they are underrepresented, as well as all leaders transitioning into new – and perhaps unfamiliar – markets or geographies.
I completed my undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto, completed my coach training at a graduate level at Royal Roads University, and I am accredited by the International Coaching Federation.
Services
1:1 Coaching
For those looking to lead more effectively, to focus more clearly, or to strike a better balance across all facets of their lives, a customized coaching plan based on your goals can help address ongoing concerns and prepare you to meet the challenges ahead.
Team Coaching and Workshops
Effective teams maximize the benefits of collaboration. Tailored workshops foster trust and innovation and promote engagement. The workshops focus on methods to enhance communication, resilience, alignment, and prioritization to drive results.
What it’s like to work with me
Sally helped me move through blocks I wasn't aware were holding me back. She challenged my assumptions and kept me focused and aligned on my path to creating my business and ideal life. Her support included helping me to better manage my work priorities, maintain focus and navigate any challenges that are thrown at me. Sally is an active listener, structured thinker and overall joy to work with. I left our sessions feeling energized and focused on doing what I needed to achieve my personal and career goals. Our work together has made me a more confident, stronger, and empowered person.
Adjunct Professor, Board Member, Founder
Working with Sally has exceeded my expectations. She’s used her knowledge and experience to offer guidance and explore my goals. Sally was able to guide and direct me and hold me accountable to meet goals I have set for myself. Her enthusiasm, insight, strategic thinking, and experience have helped me grow professionally and personally. Sally’s coaching and professionalism helped me grow as a leader. I’m grateful for our time as her passion and support has improved my performance and helped me achieve better results.
PM, Healthcare Technology
My experience in working with and knowing Sally as a leader allowed me to see her in action as a natural coach who exhibits a high degree of professionalism and vested interest in delivering better outcomes. I have been impressed by Sally’s ability to influence and engage with senior executives, her strong communications skills and commercial mindset which have been instrumental to achieving success for teams and organizations.
Senior HR Executive, Banking
Sally is a remarkable coach. She is direct and forthright with her clients, and keeps them accountable for their next steps with humour and warmth. She believes in her clients’ capacity for doing amazing things and holds them capable for what they are meant to do. Sally’s intelligence and laser focus allows her to identify issues quickly and accurately, and her work ethic assures her clients’ best interests are kept top of mind and their needs are met.
Director of Development, Non-Profit Organization
