In the high-stakes environment of 2026, leadership is no longer just about strategy and execution; it is about psychological agility, emotional intelligence, and radical resilience. As an elite-level accredited coach (CPC, CPRC, ACC, CFAA), Beth Siegert at Bon Dakini Healing has spent over 35 years observing the fine line between burnout and breakthrough.
To bridge that gap, professional coaches utilize a variety of executive coaching techniques and executive coaching models designed to dismantle limiting beliefs and rebuild a leader’s capacity for impact.
Below, we explore 12 transformative techniques that Beth integrates into her practice to help C-suite executives, directors, and emerging leaders thrive.
CPC, CPRC, ACC, CFAA
Before diving into specific exercises, it is essential to understand the frameworks that guide the process. These models provide the “roadmap” for the coaching journey.
The GROW model is the gold standard of executive coaching models. It stands for:
Goal: What do you want to achieve?
Reality: Where are you now?
Options: What could you do?
Way Forward: What will you do?
By following this sequence, Beth helps leaders move from abstract desires to concrete, actionable plans.
For leaders focusing on cultural transformation, the CLEAR model (Contracting, Listening, Exploring, Action, Review) emphasizes the interpersonal relationship between the coach and the leader, ensuring that every session is rooted in mutual trust and clear expectations.
One of the most potent leadership coaching exercises involves gathering anonymous feedback from a leader’s peers, subordinates, and superiors. Beth uses her background in executive finance and IT to help clients parse this data without getting defensive. This technique uncovers “blind spots”—behaviors that the leader is unaware of but that are affecting the entire organization.
An expert coach doesn’t provide answers; they ask the questions that the leader has been avoiding. Techniques like “The Five Whys” help get to the root cause of a leadership plateau. Instead of asking “How do we increase revenue?” Beth might ask, “What part of your leadership style is currently acting as a bottleneck for your team’s creativity?”
Leaders often operate under “limiting stories”—beliefs like “I’m not tech-savvy enough for 2026” or “If I show vulnerability, I lose authority.” Cognitive reframing is a technique used to challenge these narratives and replace them with empowering truths. This is particularly effective for those in recovery, where reframing “failure” as “data” is vital for progress.
Borrowed from Gestalt therapy, this exercise involves the leader speaking to an empty chair as if it were a difficult board member, employee, or even their own “inner critic.” This allows the leader to externalize conflict and practice difficult conversations in a safe, controlled environment.
Burnout often occurs when a leader’s daily actions are misaligned with their core values. This technique involves listing personal values (e.g., Integrity, Innovation, Connection) and auditing how much time is spent on each. Beth helps clients realign their schedules to reflect their true mission.
Developed by Marshall Goldsmith, this technique involves the leader choosing a specific behavior to change (e.g., “becoming a better listener”) and involving their stakeholders in the improvement process. It turns the entire office into a support system for the leader’s growth.
In the high-pressure world of IT and Finance, leaders often live “in their heads.” Somatic coaching techniques help leaders tune into physical signals of stress—such as a tight chest or clenched jaw. By recognizing these signals early, a leader can regulate their nervous system before making a critical decision.
This exercise asks the leader to rank their satisfaction in various domains: Career, Health, Recovery, Family, and Personal Growth. It provides a visual representation of where the leader is “out of balance.” For Beth, this often includes a focus on the “Recovery” spoke, ensuring that professional success doesn’t come at the cost of personal sobriety or mental health.
To build empathy, a key requirement for leadership in 2026 Beth guides leaders through role-reversal exercises. The leader takes on the persona of a frustrated employee or an unhappy client. This shift in perspective often leads to “Aha!” moments that data alone cannot provide.
This is a high-impact, practical exercise. The leader identifies:
Stop: What legacy behaviors are no longer serving the team?
Start: What new habits (like weekly 1-on-1s) need to be implemented?
Continue: What am I doing well that needs to be scaled?
Beth uses her intuitive approach to guide leaders through a visualization of their “Future Self” three years from now. By working backward from that successful vision, leaders can identify the specific hurdles they need to clear today to reach that destination.
Every leader is the protagonist of their own professional story. Beth helps clients view their current challenges as the “inciting incident” or the “climax” of their journey. This technique provides the psychological distance needed to view obstacles as necessary steps for growth rather than permanent roadblocks.
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I originally worked with Beth about 25 years ago where she was a trusted member of the leadership team in a new (and subsequently highly successful) financial institution. There, I picked up on her mission-oriented nature. Since then, I have observed how she has taken her natural talents and combined them with extensive life and work experience to create a refined and effective coaching service.
NJ Information Technology, LLC
Flexible. Intuitive. Responsive. Caring. Just a few words to describe the abilities that Beth possesses. Beth enabled me to clarify my thoughts on my career transition and identify what I needed to do to move my business forward.
Real Estate Corporation
I engaged Beth to help me discover why things weren’t going better at work. To my surprise, I learned that I see and speak to myself often in subtle undermining words while feeling that I am not appreciated. Beth was able to help me quiet my internal dialog. She taught me how to meditate and to bring a calm state into the workplace. Relationships grew, support grew, and I became more outgoing and more comfortable at work. I started to be included in more and more projects which led to promotions. I thank Beth for these very positive benefits.
Attorney, New York
The effectiveness of these executive coaching techniques lies in the “Responsiveness” of the coach. Beth Siegert doesn’t use a “one-size-fits-all” toolkit. Because of her background in recovery and high-level corporate sectors, she knows when a client needs the analytical rigor of a GROW model and when they need the deep, intuitive work of cognitive reframing.
When a leader undergoes these exercises, the “ripple effect” is felt throughout the company:
Clarity of Thought: Overcoming mental clutter leads to sharper strategy.
Cultural Shift: A leader who practices empathy and accountability inspires the same in their team.
Resilience: Organizations led by coached executives are better equipped to navigate the economic shifts of 2026.
The transition from a functional manager to a transformational leader requires more than just reading books or attending seminars. It requires the disciplined application of proven leadership coaching exercises under the guidance of a master practitioner.
Beth Siegert’s mission at Bon Dakini Healing is to empower you to overcome the unique obstacles of the C-suite. Whether you are navigating the complexities of finance, the rapid evolution of IT, or the personal journey of recovery, these techniques provide the framework for your success.
Are you ready to experience these techniques firsthand? Book a discovery session with Beth Siegert and begin the process of transforming your leadership for 2026 and beyond.
Find clear and concise answers to the most common questions. If you need assistance, explore our FAQs for quick solutions.
The GROW model and 360-degree feedback are usually the best starting points for new executives to establish a baseline of their current performance and future goals.
Models like GROW are task-oriented and linear, while models like CLEAR or Narrative Coaching focus more on the relationship, culture, and internal psychology of the leader.
Yes. Techniques like Values Alignment and Mindfulness are dual-purpose; they strengthen professional leadership while reinforcing the personal resilience needed for long-term recovery.
The world of 2026 demands more than just “management.” It demands visionaries who are self-aware, resilient, and ethically grounded. Executive coaching is the vehicle that takes you from where you are to where you have the potential to be.
With over 35 years of experience and a unique blend of corporate savvy and personal wisdom, Beth Siegert is uniquely qualified to guide you through this journey. Don’t just navigate the future—shape it.
Ready to transform your leadership? Explore the executive coaching programs at Bon Dakini Healing today and discover how Beth Siegert can help you overcome obstacles and achieve elite-level success.
