Carla S.
Founder | Executive & Personal Coach | Consultant & Trainer at KC Light on the Journey
United States of America - 4:32 PM local time
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I am an Executive and Professional Coach specializing in resilience, workplace well-being, leadership effectiveness, and sustainable behavioral change. I bring more than 35 years of senior human resources and leadership experience, supporting executives, managers, and high-performing professionals as they navigate complex organizational challenges and elevate their impact.

My expertise spans executive coaching, leadership development, labor and employee relations, conflict resolution, team dynamics, and organizational effectiveness. Using evidence-based approaches—including Motivational Interviewing (MI), cognitive-behavioral strategies (CBT), emotional intelligence frameworks, and solution-focused coaching—I help clients strengthen decision-making, increase self-awareness, and lead with composure in fast-moving, high-stakes environments.

I work with leaders across corporate, federal, nonprofit, and technical fields who are seeking to grow their influence, improve communication, develop their teams, or navigate transitions. My coaching empowers clients to overcome barriers, expand their thinking, and implement behavior changes that lead to stronger workplace relationships, improved performance, and more intentional leadership.

With a strong background in training and facilitation, I design and deliver learning experiences on leadership, conflict management, communication, and career development. My facilitation style blends clarity, insight, and practical application to ensure that learning translates into real results.

I bring a strengths-based, trauma-informed coaching approach that fosters safe, meaningful, and growth-centered conversations, empowering leaders to show up with clarity, authenticity, and purpose.

Work Experience
Instructor | Leadership, HR & Employee Relations Programs (Contract)
Graduate School USA
Contract
Jul 2023 - Present
2 yrs 9 mos
Founder | Executive & Personal Coach | Consultant & Trainer
KC Light on the Journey
Self Employed
Jul 2020 - Present
5 yrs 9 mos
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Education
Baker University
Bachelor's Degree
Human Resources Management and Services
Skills
Communication Skills
Leadership Coaching
Mediation
Employee Relations
Labor Relations
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Guidance and Expertise Provided

Driven by a passion for helping leaders grow, I bring 38 years of experience in leadership, human capital, labor and employee relations. As a certified mediator, ADR specialist, and professional coach, I help individuals lead with clarity, manage complex workplace challenges, strengthen communication, navigate transitions, and build high-trust, resilient environments where people and performance thrive.

Expertise Areas

Health & Wellness

Work Stress Management
Stress Management
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Personal Growth and Self-Improvement
Confidence and Self-Esteem Building
Personal Development
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