Testimonials

Diplomat - Ambassador of Canada

I am writing this recommendation to express my sincere gratitude to Stéphane Courtemanche for his exceptional coaching and guidance over a period of 18 months, from April 2017 to October 2018. His support was instrumental in my professional development and directly contributed to the achievement of my short- and medium-term career goals.

Short-term success

Mr. Courtemanche played a crucial role in helping me navigate the challenges of returning to Canada after nearly 9 years as a Canadian diplomat, for a demanding leadership position. He provided me with valuable advice on managing relationships with senior management, communicating effectively with a large team (over 50 people), and building trust with direct reports and stakeholders. In addition, Stéphane's guidance on physical presence, including posture and voice control, significantly improved my ability to deliver impactful messages and brief senior officials, such as Assistant Deputy Ministers, Deputy Ministers, and Ministers.

Medium-term career progression

Stéphane Courtemanche's coaching extended beyond immediate challenges, helping me develop a long-term vision for my career goals. Through targeted coaching, I was able to acquire the leadership skills and executive presence necessary to be recognized as a suitable candidate for cross-sector and potential Head of Mission (HOM) positions.

The success of Stéphane Courtemanche's coaching is evident and has been decisive for me. In 2019, I was selected for the HOM pool, then appointed Canadian Ambassador to Uruguay (2019) and Morocco (2023).

Stéphane Courtemanche's expertise as a coach goes beyond technical skills. His ability to motivate, inspire, and provide honest feedback has created a supportive and empowering environment that has allowed me to thrive. I highly recommend Stéphane Courtemanche's coaching services to anyone looking to achieve their professional goals.

Isabelle Valois

Executive - education sector

Working with Stéphane Courtemanche was an enriching and transformative experience. From the very beginning, Stéphane established a relationship of trust through his active listening and his ability to encourage reflection. Under his guidance, I not only achieved all of my objectives, but I also developed a deeper understanding of my strengths and weaknesses.

Stéphane has a particular talent for asking thought-provoking questions, allowing me to discover innovative solutions and overcome personal and professional challenges. His reading recommendations have been particularly invaluable, helping me to continually progress and improve my skills.

Thanks to her coaching sessions, I was able to clearly identify my goals and develop concrete action plans to achieve them. Her strategic approach and ability to transform conflict situations into growth opportunities have greatly contributed to my professional development.

I highly recommend Stéphane to anyone looking to improve their leadership and overcome organizational challenges with a thoughtful and proactive approach.

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