Leadership Coaching
For leadership coaching in Dublin, we go beyond behaviour — using NLP and Neuro-Semantics to work at the level of how you think. Because the real lever for lasting change isn’t behaviour. It’s the mindset, meaning and self-talk running underneath it. Whether you’re a new manager finding your leadership voice or a senior executive navigating complexity at the top, this coaching creates the kind of clarity, confidence and communication that teams actually respond to.
Delivered in Dublin and online across Ireland, Zenith’s leadership coaching programmes combine 20+ years of experience, accredited NLP and Neuro-Semantics methodology, and a sharp focus on real-world results — from your very first session.
Trusted by leaders and teams across Ireland and globally — including professionals from Enterprise Ireland, IBM, HSE, RCSI, Dublin Chamber of Commerce and leading organisations in tech, finance and professional services.
“Working with Shiera at Zenith Training was a game-changer. Her mix of insight, structure, and emotional intelligence helped me sharpen my leadership, improve decision-making under pressure, and connect more meaningfully with clients. I’d highly recommend her to any executive serious about growth.”
— DK, Senior Sales Professional, Dublin
What Coaching Support Are You Looking For? Share Your Challenge
Who Is Leadership Coaching For?
Zenith’s leadership coaching in Dublin is designed for leaders at key turning points — because that’s where growth happens fastest. If you recognise yourself here, this coaching was built for you.
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What Changes — Results from Leadership Coaching
This leadership coaching programme Dublin is built around six outcomes that create real, visible change — not just insight.
The Zenith Approach — What Sets It Apart
Most coaching focuses on what leaders do. Zenith coaches on how they think about what they think about — because that’s where the real leverage is.
Every leadership challenge has a thinking pattern at its root. Our proprietary model targets the three layers that create lasting change: how you think about yourself as a leader (Mindset), how you communicate and frame your ideas (Messaging), and the deeper meaning and identity you bring to your role (Meaning). Shift those three things — and everything else follows.
Leadership Coaching Programmes — Dublin & Ireland
Every programme is designed to fit the scale and scope of your leadership goals. Here are the core formats available:
Deep, focused 1:1 coaching for leaders who want real change in how they think, communicate and lead. Sessions are structured around your specific goals, challenges and leadership context — with direct, actionable coaching from the very first session. Delivered in person in Dublin or online.
Small group coaching for leaders at a similar level — combining expert coaching with peer insight and shared learning. Ideal for leadership cohorts, high-potential programmes and teams going through organisational change. Participants benefit from both coached reflection and real-time learning from each other.
For leadership teams who want to enhance cohesion, communication and collective performance. Coaching at the team level surfaces the dynamics, patterns and communication breakdowns that hold teams back — and builds the trust and shared language that high-performing teams run on.
For managers who want to embed a coaching approach into how they lead their teams day-to-day. Teaches the practical coaching skills — questioning, listening, framing, feedback — that turn managers into genuine performance multipliers rather than task supervisors.
All Programmes Available
In-person in Dublin · Online across Ireland · In-house at your organisation
3-month · 6-month · 9-month formats available
Meet Shiera O’Brien
Shiera O’Brien is one of Ireland’s most experienced leadership coaches, with over 20 years working with leaders, executives and teams across Dublin, Ireland and globally. Her background combines accredited NLP and Neuro-Semantics coaching with real senior commercial experience — including leadership roles at IBM — giving her a uniquely grounded understanding of what leadership looks like under genuine business pressure.
Named in the Top 15 Executive Coaches in Dublin 2024, Shiera has coached more than 3,000 professionals — from first-time managers to C-suite executives. Her approach is direct, practical and grounded in the psychology of how people actually change — not just what the theory says they should do.
“Shiera has an impressive approach for tailoring sessions to meet the specific needs of each leader, ensuring that the coaching experience is both relevant and transformative. Her approach combines insightful questioning with practical strategies, enabling one to identify their strengths and areas for growth.”
— MZ, Senior Director, Dublin, 2025
Connect with Shiera on LinkedIn to read more client stories and leadership insights. Or explore her blog for practical leadership thinking.
Leadership Coaching FAQs
Common questions about leadership coaching at Zenith. Or book a free 15-minute call to talk it through directly.
Leadership coaching is a structured, outcome-driven process that helps leaders at all levels develop the mindset, communication skills and decision-making clarity they need to lead with real impact. Unlike training, coaching works at the level of how a leader thinks — shifting the internal patterns behind their behaviour, not just the behaviour itself.
Leadership coaching at Zenith is designed for new managers stepping into people leadership for the first time, mid-level leaders looking to increase their influence and team performance, senior leaders and executives refining their presence and strategic clarity, and women in leadership building voice, confidence and visibility.
Zenith offers 3-month, 6-month and 9-month leadership coaching programmes, as well as 1:1 intensive sessions. The right format depends on your goals, your role and the depth of change you’re looking for. Book a free 15-minute call to discuss what suits you best.
Executive coaching typically focuses on senior-level performance, strategic thinking and C-suite challenges. Leadership coaching is broader — it supports leaders at all levels, from new managers to seasoned executives, with a focus on how they think, communicate and develop their teams. At Zenith, both approaches use NLP and Neuro-Semantics to create lasting change.
Investment depends on the programme format — 1:1 sessions, group coaching or a full 3–9 month programme. Book a free 15-minute call to discuss your goals and get a tailored quote.
Simply book a free 15-minute call to discuss your leadership goals and challenges. Shiera will recommend the right programme format for you. You can also get in touch by email with any questions first.
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Schedule a call with Shiera to discuss your leadership coaching needs and take the first step toward leading with real clarity and impact.