Cherie Silas, MCC, Author at Tandem Coaching

Improving Your Relationships: The Role of a Relationship Coach

The boardroom was silent as the CTO finished his update. His strategy was brilliant, but his team’s morale was plummeting. One by one, talented directors had resigned, citing a toxic environment. The CTO was stunned – how could a leader so competent in strategy struggle so much with relationships? This dilemma is all too common […]

Setting and Achieving Meaningful Goals: A Coaching Approach for Leaders

One morning not long ago, I sat across from a CEO who felt overwhelmed. She was juggling dozens of priorities, yet still felt a gnawing worry that her most meaningful goals were slipping through the cracks. This scenario is common at the top. C-level leaders and senior executives face intense demands – quarterly targets, back-to-back […]

Boosting Your Confidence and Self-Esteem Through Coaching

TL;DR – Key Takeaways: •Confidence is a skill: Even top executives can build confidence and self-esteem with practice and the right support. Coaching provides tools to reframe negative inner dialogue and overcome self-doubt. •High-pressure leadership: In stressful situations, strong confidence helps leaders stay composed, decisive, and effective . Self-assured executives inspire trust and resilience in […]

Reflective Practice in Coaching Supervision for Growth

Coaching supervision is a collaborative, reflective process in which coaches work with a qualified supervisor to continuously improve their coaching through dialogue and feedback (ICF Definition of Coaching Supervision). Unlike one-off training, supervision is an ongoing professional support mechanism that helps coaches maintain high standards, ethical integrity, and self-awareness in their practice. This research overview […]

Navigating Career Transitions with an Executive Coach

When asked to rank life’s toughest challenges, senior leaders put “making a transition at work” at the very top – ahead of bereavement, divorce, and health issues . Stepping into a higher leadership role, switching industries, or even launching your own venture is exhilarating, but also high-stakes. Various studies show that 38% to over 50% […]

Overcoming Executive Burnout: How Coaching Helps Leaders Find Balance

The Reality of Executive Burnout A Growing Crisis: Burnout is on the rise even in the C-suite. Recent surveys show that nearly 70% of executives have considered quitting for roles that better support their well-being . In one study of healthcare leaders, 75% reported feeling burned out in the past six months and 93% believed […]

Is Executive Coaching Right for You?

If you’re an executive or technology leader facing complex challenges or seeking an edge in your performance, you might be wondering: Is coaching right for me? The answer from many top leaders is a resounding “yes.” In fact, even high-profile tech executives have embraced coaching. Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, called hiring an executive […]

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Coaching vs Therapy vs Consulting: Key Differences Guide 2025

“Cherie, I need help, but I’m not sure what kind of help I need.” The message came from Lisa, a marketing director who’d found me through LinkedIn. During our discovery call, she laid out her challenges: struggling team performance, her own burnout, unresolved anger from a toxic previous job, and ambitious revenue goals she couldn’t […]

[FREE] ICF Team Exam Sample Question: Study Tips Included

The ICF Team Coaching Certification Exam is a crucial step for coaches seeking to demonstrate their ability to work effectively with teams. Unlike individual coaching, team coaching requires a systemic approach, balancing multiple perspectives, navigating complex team dynamics, and upholding ICF ethical standards. If you’re preparing for the ICF Team Coaching Exam, this guide will […]

8 Top Executive Coaching Trends Future Leaders Should Know

Business leaders today are discovering what sports stars have known for years—that having a coach makes you better at what you do. Executive coaching used to be something only a few companies offered their top leaders. Now, you can find it everywhere, from small businesses to major corporations. Many companies see coaching as a smart […]