Executive & Leadership Coaching Lead Authentically & Influence with Impact
Discover Leadership That Feels Right—and Leads to Success
BEING A TRUE LEADER
Ready to Grow into a Confident & Authentic Leader with Leadership Coaching ?
Enhance your influence, lead with clarity, and build a leadership presence that’s both powerful and authentic with Leadership Coaching at Lead With Authenticity.
At Lead With Authenticity, I help professionals in all stages of their careers transform hesitation into confidence, overwhelm into clarity, and inauthenticity into leadership that genuinely resonates. Through ICF-certified leadership coaching, you’ll learn to communicate with impact, navigate workplace challenges, and step into the leader you were meant to be.
program DESIGNED FOR SUCCESS
Let's Explore the Personalized Leadership Program
Lead With Authenticity Program
- Presence & Influence Builder for that Calm Authority
- Authentic Leadership Design for Being Your Best Self
- Resilient Leadership for Bouncing from Setbacks
This program fits your needs and rhythm—whether it's 3, 4, or 6 months, the pace is yours.
Executive Presence Accelerator Program
- Build trust and authority as a leader
- Influence decisions and lead with impact
- Shine in front of clients, colleagues & leadership
Want to stand out in every room? This program will get you there.
OUTCOMES OF THE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Your Measurable Return on Leadership Investment
Master Influence and Authority
Gain the confidence needed to influence the C-Suite and the Board, securing buy-in for your strategy.
Learn to manage major political conflicts and quickly clear the deep organizational roadblocks that slow growth.
Sustain Peak Focus & Performance
Build unwavering resilience and maintain sharp focus for long-term success, even under relentless pressure.
Set and Drive Your Clear Vision
Move beyond managing tasks to become a true visionary leader, giving your organization a unified direction.
Ready to finally move from managing to authentically leading people? Let’s do it together!
Case Studies
Real Results from Leadership Coaching
From Overwhelmed to Empowered: A Managing Director’s Transformation
When the Managing Director of a construction company reached out, he was struggling to build his next level of leadership. Every decision, big or small, landed on his desk. Projects kept growing, but so did the stress.
Over three months of coaching, we worked on shifting his approach from doing everything himself to leading through others. Through this journey, he:
Strengthened his ability to delegate and trust his team
Hired and empowered a capable next-level leadership team
Began mentoring his direct reports to prepare them for future roles
The results spoke for themselves. Within the same quarter, he secured three major projects—up from the usual two—while managing them with greater ease and confidence. The constant tension and late nights gave way to focus, calm, and clarity.
By the end of our work together, he smiled and said,
“I never thought leadership could feel this peaceful.”
For me, moments like this reaffirm why I do what I do. Watching leaders rediscover balance, clarity, and confidence reminds me that work should be a source of satisfaction, not stress.
Bridging the Gap: Aligning Growth and Team Harmony
When the MD of a rapidly expanding auto parts company approached me, his business was thriving on paper — but internally, things were starting to crack. The new leadership team he had brought in to manage the growth was struggling to sustain it. Processes weren’t aligned, communication gaps were widening, and revenue leakages began to show up month after month.
Adding to the challenge was a growing clash between the new team and the company veterans — both groups were competent, but operated with very different mindsets and work styles. The MD found himself constantly mediating, torn between the urgency of growth and the stability of culture.
Over the next few months of coaching, we worked together on three key areas:
Redefining leadership roles and creating clarity in accountability.
Building trust and collaboration between the old and new teams through structured communication and feedback loops.
Strengthening process discipline to prevent financial and operational leakages.
Gradually, the internal friction began to ease. Teams that once worked in silos started engaging in open problem-solving discussions. Within a quarter, operational losses reduced significantly, and the company regained its growth rhythm — this time on a stronger foundation.
The MD later shared,
“Earlier, I felt like I was the bridge holding two worlds together. Now, the bridge has become the system itself.”
For me, it was another reminder that leadership isn’t just about driving numbers — it’s about building alignment, trust, and systems that sustain success.
Rebuilding Confidence: Leading Again After Loss and Setback
When the CEO of a small manufacturing company came to me, he was in the midst of rebuilding — both his business and himself. After the unexpected demise of his long-term business partner, he had set up a new company from scratch. But what followed wasn’t easy.
The transition stirred unexpected challenges. The partner’s family members began obstructing the new venture, creating emotional and operational hurdles. These conflicts, coupled with a deep sense of betrayal, eroded his ability to trust easily. Although he knew his own capability and potential, he found himself hesitant, cautious, and slower to move forward.
In his own words, he said,
“I know I have a lot of potential, but starting again after all this isn’t letting me fully grow.”
Over the next few months, our coaching work focused on rebuilding inner confidence and trust — both in others and in his own judgment. We worked on:
Processing the emotional residue of loss and conflict that had been holding him back.
Reconnecting him with his core leadership strengths and decision-making clarity.
Redefining success and growth in this new chapter, on his own terms.
Gradually, the hesitation gave way to renewed confidence. He began taking bold yet grounded decisions, re-establishing supplier and client relationships, and expanding his leadership team. The business started gaining traction again — but more importantly, he regained his sense of direction and inner steadiness.
Today, his words capture the transformation best:
“I feel like I’ve found myself again — not the old version, but one who’s calmer, clearer, and stronger.”
For me, it was a profound reminder that leadership coaching isn’t just about strategies or systems — it’s about helping leaders heal, rebuild, and rise again with authenticity and strength.
Key benefits of Executive & Leadership Coaching
Your Leadership Journey Elevated
Where Most Leaders Trip Up
Leadership isn’t just about strategy—it’s about self-expression under pressure. Many leaders feel:
- Overwhelmed by high-stakes decisions
- Exhausted from juggling expectations across stakeholders
- Disconnected from their own values
- Lacking the confidence to influence without force
How We Shift That
Through psychology, NLP, and a decade of coaching excellence:
- Unpack the story behind the overwhelm and rewire your mindset for leadership clarity
- Shape a presence rooted in values—not performance
- Create habits that boost presence, influence, and authenticity
- Build resilience that lasts beyond the next boardroom challenge
Feeling weighed down by leadership challenges or second-guessing your impact?
Leading teams, managing conflicts, and navigating organizational politics can feel exhausting.
I’ve worked with leaders who once felt stuck—questioning their confidence and purpose. Together, we transformed hesitation into clarity and self-doubt into genuine influence.
If you’re ready to lead with confidence and authenticity, let’s begin that journey.
Professional Certifications
Credentials That Back Your Growth Journey
Bachelors in Engineering
Master in Business Administration
M.A. in Psychology
Certified by International Coaching Federation
Certified in Neuro Linguistic Programming
certifications
Credentials That Back Your Growth Journey
Bachelors in Engineering
Master in Business Administration
M.A. in Psychology
Leadership Coaching FAQ – Lead With Authenticity, Lead with Shailaja Shankar
Got questions about my coaching? Find answers to queries below
Coaching is not Consulting: We do not deliver operational strategies or tell you what decisions to make (e.g., "hire this person"). We coach you on how to make better decisions and how to lead the strategic change effectively.
This coaching is designed for people who:
Already have a few years of experience and are stepping into leadership roles
Feel stuck in their career, unsure of how to break the glass ceiling
Want to influence people and develop Leadership mindset
Want to develop the presence of a Leader
I offer several tailored packages (e.g. Leadership Presence Accelerator, Career Resilience, Express Your Potential, Lead with Authenticity). Each package has a different focus, number of sessions, and fee structure. In the discovery call, I’ll share pricing, payment options, and what’s included so you can choose what’s right for you.
Though outcomes vary, clients often report:
Greater confidence in meetings, leadership settings, or challenging conversations
More clarity on direction, goals, and next steps
Stronger influence, presence, and leadership voice
Better handling of workplace stress, politics, or conflict
Career advancement: promotions, role changes, or new opportunities
Sustainable habits and mindset shifts for long-term growth
Yes — confidentiality is foundational to the coaching relationship. What you share stays between us (unless there is risk of harm to you or others). This safe space allows you to explore openly and honestly.
None at all. The discovery session is free and no-risk. If after that you decide it’s not the right time or approach for you, there is no pressure or obligation to continue.