Coaching for Professionals Who Know They Need It but Haven’t Made It Happen
- Lisa Fitzpatrick

- Sep 23
- 3 min read
You know coaching can help. Maybe you’ve thought about it, maybe you’ve tried it before. And yet it often ends up at the bottom of the to-do list, or life gets in the way, and the needle doesn’t move. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Busy professionals, whether experienced or stepping into bigger roles, often struggle to pull themselves out of the day-to-day, even when they know they need the space, perspective, and support coaching provides.

It’s sometimes easier to focus on reactive busy work rather than deeper, strategic work, but that rarely delivers real value or meaningful results.
Then imposter syndrome can kick in: “Will I look incompetent?”
In coaching, you’ll find a trusted, non-judgmental space. Yes, making changes can be hard, but staying stuck can hold back business results, your growth, and your team’s success. The higher you go, the lonelier it can get, as you continuously put on a face of competence. You’re human, and you deserve space for growth!
Step Into the Visionary Role
Coaching isn’t about adding more ad-hoc tasks to your list - it’s about creating space and structure to:
Step out of the daily grind and think bigger
Lead as the visionary, not the doer
Expand your capacity, grow personally, and create environments where both you and your team thrives
Keep developing the soft skills essential for the changing work landscape
Pause and be fully present in a world full of constant alerts
Even if past attempts at coaching didn’t stick, the right approach helps you focus on what truly matters. It’s about action and realistic accountability that moves you forward.
Growth is a stretch, and your mental muscles need exercise to develop fully.
What You’ll Gain
Working with a coach provides clarity and results in a way that’s realistic for busy professionals:
Clarity: Cut through the noise and focus on what adds value
Structure and action: Turn ideas into practical, achievable steps
Accountability: Keep moving forward in a way that fits your reality
Draw out ideas: Tap into your own insights and potential
Emotional intelligence: Lead your team with empathy and influence
Confidence in change: Navigate uncertainty, whether it’s employee retention, new technology, or growth opportunities
More personal time: Gain space for hobbies, family, and life outside work
Coaching gives you the space to step back, reflect, and act with purpose. It helps you move from reacting to leading, with structured, practical, results-driven support.
Leaders who embrace coaching create a growth mindset culture and 80% of companies say a growth mindset among employees directly drives profits (Forbes, 2024).
For Professionals Looking to Grow and Lead
Whether you’re leading a team now, stepping into a bigger role, or growing your career, your work isn’t just about doing.
It’s about:
Seeing the bigger picture
Expanding your vision and influence
Creating an environment where you and your team can succeed and feel safe
Growing your impact in a sustainable way
Feeling supported and confident
Communicating with clarity and impact
Ensuring you are aligning and moving in the right direction
Take the Step
You don’t need to have it all figured out before starting. Coaching isn’t about being “ready.” It’s about starting, stepping into your potential, gaining clarity, and creating lasting impact for yourself and your team.
Even if you’ve tried before and it didn’t stick, this time can be different.
With Lisa Fitzpatrick Coaching, you’ll lead with vision, not just effort, and achieve the results you’ve been aiming for.
👉 Take the first step today. Schedule a conversation and discover how focused, practical coaching can transform the way you lead.



