HOW I ADD VALUE TO YOUR LIFE
I believe we all deserve to enjoy our life including our work.
My vision is a public service model that delivers high value to communities led by people who have purpose and joy in the work they do.
I help public service leaders gain clarity and take aligned action by focusing on three foundational elements: self-awareness; mindset and energy management. Together, we build systems that create results.
Every leader's inner work lays the groundwork for a truly fulfilling life. As your partner, I am here to support you in leading yourself and others with clarity, intention, and empathy.
You hold the power to transform not only your own life but also the organizations and communities your serve. Together, we can create meaningful change—one action at a time.
SERVICES
Group Coaching Program
Intentional Leader
Fall 2024 cohort full. Next intake starts early 2025.
This group coaching experience elevates your self-leadership, creates clarity and increases your confidence.
For new managers, supervisors or team leaders currently employed in public sector organizations, who have been in a formal leadership role for less than 3 years.
Only 8 individuals
8 one hour long virtual group coaching calls
A growth toolkit to support you developing a growth mindset
Bonus: If you sign up by September 23, you will receive a FREE 1-on-1 coaching session.
MY WHY
My love of public service began when I was a highschool volunteer at my local public library. In over two decades of learning and growth in local government, the most rewarding part of my job has always been seeing others succeed in achieving their dreams. I led teams to achieve strategic priorities, I trained and mentored both inside and outside my organization and always looked for opportunities to create new services and programs so that both employees and communities could grow.
I felt a deep desire to expand my reach and increase my impact. This led me to become a Certified Executive Coach and launch my business, Connect to Grow.
I support people in public service organizations in their effort to get to know themselves better, communicate more clearly and take deliberate steps towards becoming their best selves. My public service focus is based on the belief that those leaders are in positions which can significantly influence the wellbeing of our communities and I have something of value to offer that can help them achieve their goals and dreams.
I design and deliver transformational development programs and support leaders. My approach blends psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, mindfulness and business management practices to bring the change people desire. The body and mind is one, that is the lens I work from.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Simona is an insightful coach who listens, offers guidance and asks thoughtful questions that challenges your way of thinking. This has been a transformative experience that has positively impacted both my personal and professional life.
Mary O'Connor, Partnership Development Representative at BiblioCommons
Working with Simona has been an incredible coaching experience for me and has helped me grow both personally and professionally. Her expertise, guidance, support, and action orientation have challenged me in new and refreshing ways.
Lina Marinova, Senior Manager at Town of Oakville
Simona is a gentle and skilled coach who adeptly walked me through a pivotal moment in my life where I was seeking a change with an abundance of grace and conviction.
Jessica Mulder, Project Lead at Toronto Public Library