"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" - Mary Oliver, "The Summer Day"
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" - Mary Oliver, "The Summer Day"
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?
- Mary Oliver
I help strivers find their joy
Heather Joy Swenddal, PhD
Founder, StriveJoy Coaching
Hello! I'm Heather, a management professor at the University of Illinois and an executive coach supporting leaders at all levels.
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As a professor, I work with students on the cusp of great careers, helping them craft their purpose and prepare for the world of work. As a coach, I bring this focus to professionals, helping them navigate career challenges, unlock their potential, and ascend with power, purpose, and joy!
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Working with me
I help my coaching clients strive for joy, pursuing what this means for them. I also help them strive with joy. As your coach, I'll help you find meaning and satisfaction on the path to great achievement. Working together, we can...
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Identify the work that brings you joy -- and the work that definitely does not!
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Navigate workplace challenges and conflicts in ways that prioritize your joy.
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Develop a clear vision of your purpose -- or purposes -- in life.
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Dream big about the career you want, and develop a plan for achieving it!
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In each 60-minute coaching session, we'll work on the specific goals that you identify. I'll ask you questions to help you gain perspective and unlock new ways of addressing challenges and achieving your goals. We can meet regularly to support your ongoing progress or occasionally for targeted support with specific challenges: It's up to you! All sessions are $225/hour, with a 30% discount for early-career professionals (up to 10 years post-graduation) and those working in the nonprofit, government, and education sectors.
Book a session
I meet clients in 60-minute sessions using the calendar below. Please choose a time that works for you: A meeting link will automatically be generated. Feel free to email me at heather@strivejoycoaching.com to schedule your session via email if you prefer.