Executive Coaching for High-Achieving Leaders

Grow your career, lead greater impact, and establish confident presence.

Evidence-based individual, group, and team executive coaching based in Portland, serving you across the U.S.

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You’re Here Because You Want to…

Find an executive coach that gets the demands you’re juggling and offers lasting solutions for growing your career.
  • Feel confident and self-assured in your ability to lead effectively
  • Discover better ways of managing people and navigating challenging behavioral dynamics or workplace politics
  • Experience a strong connection with your team, knowing you foster trust and collaboration
  • Find a deep sense of fulfillment from building positive relationships and creating an inclusive, supportive work environment.
  • Feel capable of managing stress, navigating conflicts with grace, and making decisions that align with both business goals and the well-being of their team.
  • Effectively drive change effectively
  • Expand your vision and improve your ability to take confident action.

I Offer Executive Coaching To Help You Achieve Your Career & Business Goals With Greater Ease.

Working with me, you can…

Advance your career & those you lead

Overcome barriers to performance & wellbeing

Improve clarity, decision-making, visioning, change management, and ability to take strategic action

Increase confidence & leadership presence

Executive Coaching Focus Areas

  • Leadership Development
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Change Management
  • Developing Others
  • Leading in crises
  • Performance
  • Communication
  • Personal Wellness & Life Balance
  • Career Coaching
  • Neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, and Neurodiversity at work)
  • Managing high standards, expectations, and micromanagement
  • “Imposter Syndrome”

Executive Coaching With Lizz

Elizabeth Gentzkow, MA, NCC, Executive Coach & Leadership Consultant

Are you ready to take your leadership to the next level? As an Executive Coach, I leverage my expertise in evidence-based psychology and industrial/organizational psychology to design intentional development experiences for leaders and teams.

I work with leaders, teams, and groups across organizations using proven frameworks, techniques, and approaches that align practices with values for meaningful success.

The best skills, strategies, and tools for becoming the most effective leader are within your reach. You deserve a career that fulfills you and enables you to be your best self. Want to learn more about my background and how I help?

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Ways to Grow

Executive Coaching Options

Leadership Insights

+ 1x 360 Leadership Assessment
+ 3 Coaching Sessions consisting of:
(1) comprehensive assessment feedback session
(2) Follow Up Action-planning sessions

Tailored Executive Coaching

A full, dedicated coaching experience with a tailored coaching plan designed just for you. Regular sessions for 6 months – 12 months. Fast-track coaching 2x/week for 3 months.

Leader & Team Coaching

Comprehensive leader and team development with 360 assessments for custom leadership coaching for team members.

Benefits of Working With a Behavioral Leadership Specialist

With increasing responsibilities and less time, it’s even more important for leaders and executives to develop emotionally intelligent leadership to grow their teams and drive results.

I offer a different executive coaching experience with a comprehensive process, framework, and use of rigorously tested psychometric assessments that enable me to offer measurable, lasting change.

Reach out today and learn more!

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Growing your emotional intelligence enables you to build resilience, self-manage, and manage others more effectively.

According to the Center for Creative Leadership, there are 12 qualities and skills necessary to be an effective leader. These are just the tip of the iceberg for competencies we will cover in our coaching.

The PRocess

How Executive Coaching Works

You can work with me as your executive coach privately or request your employer to sponsor your executive coaching.

Ask me more about requesting your employer to sponsor coaching.

Executive coaching may include your employer as a stakeholder, or you can work directly with me for private coaching. Either way, your coaching is confidential. We will explore possibilities, opportunities, and define coaching goals.

I utilize the Leadership Circle Profile and other reliable and valid, scientifically based assessments to measure your current leadership comeptencies. From there we can design a coaching plan that aligns with the future you incision for yourself and your team.

The fun part! This is where the work happens. We will meet regularly at a session and cadence that fits your needs and goals. Most clients work with me 2-4 sessions per month for the first 6 months. In this phase you receive personalized support in applying new concepts and practices.

Assessment is really an ongoing process to make sure we are making the change you wish to see. Towards the end of coaching, we will evaluate your progress and create a plan for ongoing development to sustain changes.

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Transform Your Leadership With The Leadership Circle Profile ™️

Uncover your leadership opportunities with the most comprehensive, in-depth leadership assessment.

Learn the benefits of tailored executive coaching around one of the best leadership 360 reviews, utilized by some of the largest global organizations.

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Effective leadership starts within.

Executive Coaching Frequently Asked Questions

I have training and experience that goes beyond coaching certifications. With a Master’s in evidence-based Counseling Psychology, dual master’s program in Organizational Behavior and 15 years of experience advising, coaching, counseling, consulting to, and training others, my coaching hours go beyond what is required for coaching certifications.

In my Master’s I completed over 300 direct client contact hours in counseling, coaching, and organizational consulting (change management) to individuals, groups, and teams. To obtain licensure, I completed over 2,000 hours of direct counseling experience with approved supervision. Since then, I have gone on to work in higher education leadership, healthcare, consulting agencies, and private practice.

I am currently in the process of obtaining the Certified Corporate Executive Coach credential from the Center of Credentialing and Education for client peace of mind. The last remaining step is completing the coaching exam.

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Executive coaching is a personalized, one-on-one process that helps leaders enhance their performance, develop key skills, and overcome challenges. It focuses on areas such as leadership development, emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and achieving specific career goals. My coaching approach is tailored to your unique needs and aims to empower you to lead with confidence and impact.

Executive coaching is valuable for leaders at all levels, from emerging leaders to seasoned executives. It’s not just for those facing challenges—any leader looking to refine their skills, navigate career transitions, or drive greater results in their organization can benefit. Whether you’re an experienced leader, an executive, or an entrepreneur, coaching can help you achieve your full potential.

Common topics include leadership development, emotional intelligence, communication skills, conflict resolution, strategic thinking, work-life balance, managing stress, and navigating organizational change. Additionally, I address specialized areas such as neurodivergence in leadership and creating psychologically safe workplaces.

Confidentiality is a cornerstone of my coaching practice. All sessions and discussions are completely confidential, meaning that what you share will not be disclosed to your organization, supervisors, or anyone else. If your employer is involved in your coaching, I will be transparent with you and your employer about the information shared and not shared regarding your coaching. This allows you to explore your challenges and growth areas in a safe, supportive environment.

While both executive coaching and therapy can involve personal development, they serve different purposes. Coaching is designed to help you achieve specific professional outcomes, such as improving leadership skills or navigating a career transition. Therapy, on the other hand, addresses mental health issues and emotional challenges that make it difficult to engage in life effectively. My background in counseling enriches the coaching process by bringing a deeper understanding of human behavior, but the primary focus remains on professional growth.

Absolutely. I’ve worked with many chief officers across various industries.

Yes, I work with anyone who would like to refine and grow their leadership.

There are many personal and professional benefits to developing emotional intelligence. Here are some of the benefits to growing your emotional intelligence.

  1. Stronger Relationships: Leaders with high emotional intelligence build deeper, more trusting relationships with their teams, fostering an environment where collaboration and open communication thrive.
  2. Improved Decision-Making: By understanding and managing their emotions, emotionally intelligent leaders can make more thoughtful and balanced decisions, even in high-pressure situations, leading to better outcomes for their organizations.
  3. Increased Employee Engagement: When leaders demonstrate empathy and recognize the emotions and needs of their team members, employees feel valued and understood, resulting in higher levels of engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
  4. Enhanced Conflict Resolution: Emotionally intelligent leaders are skilled at navigating and resolving conflicts within their teams, using empathy and effective communication to address issues before they escalate, leading to a more harmonious and productive work environment.
  5. Resilience and Adaptability: Leaders with emotional intelligence are better equipped to handle stress and adapt to change, maintaining their composure and guiding their teams through uncertainty with confidence and stability.
  6. Positive Organizational Culture: By modeling emotionally intelligent behavior, leaders can influence the broader organizational culture, creating a work environment that prioritizes respect, inclusivity, and continuous growth, ultimately driving long-term success

If you’re a leader looking to enhance your skills, overcome challenges, or make a greater impact in your organization, executive coaching could be an excellent fit. It’s particularly beneficial if you’re facing specific issues like career stagnation, leadership confidence, or managing a team through change. If you’re unsure, I offer an initial consultation to discuss your needs and determine if coaching is the right approach.

You results are dependent on how much effort you put in to your coaching experience. Results are never guaranteed, but most clients see significant benefits and results in their lives, teams, and careers.

The results of executive coaching include, but are not limited to, improved leadership effectiveness, enhanced emotional intelligence, better decision-making, and greater confidence in your role. You can also expect to develop stronger relationships within your team, navigate challenges more effectively, and achieve your career goals with greater clarity and purpose. It’s common to see positive changes in your personal life as a result of developing these skills.

Fees and rates vary based on the scope of our work. Private coaching rates are different than corporate sponsored coaching due to the additional work involved for providing corporate sponsored services with stakeholders.

I believe in making executive coaching and leadership development accessible and affordable. Ask me about current rates and how to make executive coaching accessible in your budget.

Client Success

Lizz Made Me a Better Leader

Lizz made me a better leader. I have worked with Lizz twice, both times at critical points in my career. Under her coaching, I was able to clarify for myself what matters most and what path makes the most sense. After working with Lizz I understand myself at a much deeper level and, as a result, am better able to connect with others and lead my team. Anyone looking for executive coaching should be looking at Lizz.
Mark Fries, Associate Vice President Digital Marketing – BMC Software

Lizz is Fantastic to Partner With

Lizz is fantastic to partner with on your career journey. She is insightful and provides actionable guidance backed with useful materials and resources. With her assistance, I was able to do my homework to advance toward my goals and come to sessions with questions that we could dive into deeper detail. She listens intently and effectively unpacks and explores that with you to bring greater insights and resources to bear. While I wasn’t able to work with Lizz for long before her maternity leave, she did have a strong positive impact and I consider a resource I would engage when she is again available in the future.
Rachel Bonistalli, Lead Marketing Manager – BMC Software

Career and Life Changing

I always looked forward to my sessions with Lizz. Working with Lizz not only changed my career, it changed my life. She gave me a new perspective and approach to working with people- it truly makes a difference. The confidence I’ve gained in navigating challenges and building relationships is simply invaluable.
M.L. – Chief Technology Officer, Private Technology Company

Lizz Has Been Invaluable to My Business Success

Lizz Gentzkow is exceptionally knowledgeable. I have worked with Lizz over the past 10 years, and have found her ability to identify key areas of growth an opportunity to be invaluable my business success. Her ability to think strategically is a real asset to anyone working with her.
Elise Jones, PhD, Neurotherapist

She Made Reaching My Goals Very Possible


Lizz’s coaching gave me structure and guidance on my career options, and what best aligned with me as a person and my goals. With her help, I was able to find what I was looking for. Lizz is encouraging and provides excellent resources. She made reaching my goals feel very possible by addressing my fear and discouragement. Working with Lizz helped me see not only that I was a strong contributor, but also that I had developed a strong positive reputation with the people I had worked with in the past, which had such a positive impact on my confidence! Lizz is a great sounding board – her ability to offer insight helped me to consider alternatives I wouldn’t have otherwise thought of, which has had ongoing benefits for me to this day.
Sarah S., Finance Industry Leader

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