Because the corporate world wasn’t built with women in mind.
Women in leadership face challenges that their male counterparts often don’t. The double bind of being seen as too assertive or not assertive enough. The invisible load of emotional labour. The constant negotiation between ambition and the expectations others place on you.
These are the realities and they require a coaching approach that understands these dynamics.
I work with women at every stage of their leadership journey: from those stepping into their first management role to senior executives navigating boardroom politics. The common thread is a desire to lead authentically, with confidence and credibility.
The Research
36%
of women hold FTSE 350 board roles, yet only 15% are executive directors (FTSE Women Leaders Review 2026)
81
women promoted to manager for every 100 men — the biggest bottleneck for women’s advancement (McKinsey, 2025)
48% → 29%
of women at entry level vs C-suite — the leadership pipeline drop-off (McKinsey, 2025)
30%
more likely to outperform — companies with women in executive roles (McKinsey, 2025)
“I have worked with Codruta in 2024 and it’s been a transformational journey. Codruta began coaching me at a time when I felt stuck in an unfulfilling role. Through practical conversations she helped me not only to identify the areas I needed to improve, but also to reflect on my strengths and experience and explore the opportunities available to me. I have then made the decision to change roles and sectors, and I can honestly say that it was the best decision I could make.
Codruta’s ability to guide me through my challenges and find my own solutions, in a positive, straightforward and empathetic manner, was a God send for me. It made me more confident in my abilities and improved both my personal life and my professional career.
I couldn’t recommend Codruta more! Her approach, making me feel like a friend and not a client, the deep, honest conversations, and her ability to pinpoint the underlying issues, really speaks to her experience and style as a coach and mentor.”
Client Relations Manager — Romania
Every coaching programme is tailored to your specific situation. Here are some of the areas women in leadership most commonly bring to coaching.
Enhance your visibility and voice across the organisation. Maintain your confidence and strategic influence despite scrutiny and high expectations.
Manage ambiguity and influence outcomes in male-dominated environments. Build strategic alliances, manage perceptions and expectations.
Drive engagement while fostering equity and inclusivity. Learn to say ‘no’ without guilt and delegate without anxiety.
Navigate gender dynamics and position yourself strategically without compromising your values. Your difference is your strength.
I can relate to your situation because I too was a woman navigating the challenges of leadership in male-dominated or traditionally structured organisations.
My approach combines practical strategy with genuine understanding. Together, we will work on real-world strategies tailored to your specific situation, your organisation’s culture, and your personal goals.
As a woman who has built her own business and is coaching leaders across various industries, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to every session.
2 months — a deep dive into a specific challenge
6 months — for lasting leadership growth
Monthly sessions, ongoing — for a permanent thinking partnership
Women’s coaching draws on the same frameworks I use across all my coaching work, tailored to the specific challenges women face in professional environments. Depending on your situation, you might also benefit from:
Executive Coaching if you’re already in a senior role and want to strengthen your strategic leadership, stakeholder management, and executive presence.
Career Coaching if you’re navigating a transition — returning from maternity leave, pivoting sectors, or positioning yourself for a step up.
C-Suite Coaching if you’re at board level and dealing with the unique isolation and pressure that comes with the top roles.
We’ll discuss the best approach in your free discovery call. View programme options and pricing.
