Dr. Pamela Paspa, your thought partner in making confident and bold changes in your work and life.

Get to the Heart of Your Potential

Even though you’re crushing it as a leader, it’s still possible to feel stuck

Rarely do we have the permission or the grace to show up as our whole selves. We all deserve to have someone in our corner, helping us see new possibilities to take the next step forward with confidence.

Meet Dr. Pamela Paspa, Your Certified Leadership Coach 

I'm Dr. Pamela Paspa. As a former Stanford leadership development director and board-certified coach, I’m known for helping women leaders like you tackle change confidently and realize your full potential. Through private coaching, consulting, and leadership cohorts, I combine research-backed strategies with supportive, action-driven guidance that transforms "maybe" into momentum. And when organizational change is needed, I bring this practical, people-first approach to helping teams and companies navigate transitions successfully.

For more than two decades, I've guided 10,000+ professionals to breakthrough results across careers, teams, and companies. My process gets to the heart of what matters - creating a safe space for exploration while providing the no BS push needed for real progress. Whether you're seeking to enhance your leadership, improve team dynamics, boost retention, or drive organizational change, together, we'll create a real action plan for today’s challenges.

So if you’re ready to unstick your potential as a leader, team, or organization – let’s connect.

SERVICES

Take the Next Step with Confidence

  • Individual Coaching

    As an experienced leadership coach, I specialize in empowering individuals and teams to achieve their full potential. Through one-to-one coaching, I help leaders navigate complex challenges, leverage their strengths, and achieve clarity and confidence in their roles.

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  • Organizational & Team Coaching

    For teams, I provide customized development programs that enhance collaboration, improve communication, and align efforts for greater impact. As a certified CliftonStrengths coach, I guide individuals and teams in identifying and utilizing their innate talents to achieve measurable success.

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  • Women In Leadership Program

    My expertise in women’s career advancement enables clients to articulate their value, overcome barriers, and take purposeful steps toward their professional goals. Our Women in Leadership Program Cohort tackles these areas head-on while you develop your personal leadership portfolio.

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What to Expect

People have described my approach as feeling deeply seen and inspired to act. Whether we’re working one-on-one, engaging in group programs, or addressing organizational change, my goal is the same: to create a safe space for honest exploration while offering a direct, compassionate nudge toward meaningful progress.

Research-Based Strategies

My leadership coaching approach is grounded in 3.5 years of in-depth research on evidence-based strategies that empower women to succeed in leadership.

Direct Compassionate Nudges

I create a safe space for exploration while providing the no BS push needed to reach your highest potential.

Practical Action Plan

Break through obstacles by turning complexity into clear, confident action. Together, we’ll explore new perspectives, practical steps, and proven tools to help you move forward with clarity and purpose.

I’m All In

I'm your dedicated partner in growth and success. As your coach, I am fully committed to supporting, championing, and empowering you. Together, we'll focus entirely on your goals and the changes you want to make—with unwavering support every step of the way.  

  • Created a Pivotal Trajectory

    “Working with Pamela has created a pivotal trajectory for my leadership. Not only have I learned valuable insight to myself and my leadership style, but also what effective actions and paradigm shifts are needed to move myself and my team forward. She’s the BEST!”

    —T.J., Workplace Learning and Development

  • Confidence in Communicating My Strengths

    “Working with Pamela helped me learn to communicate my strengths and experiences with confidence.  Pamela shares practical tools and resources while asking insightful questions that are useful in directing steps toward achievable goals. I am proud of my accomplishments through coaching with Pamela. Five stars!”

    — Kelly K., Healthcare Leader Specializing in Disability and Inclusion

  • Great Insight, Thoughtful Discussions

    “Presenting an ever-evolving topic on DEI online is not an easy endeavor, and Dr. Pamela Paspa pulled it off beautifully. Thank you, Pamela, for presenting to my MGT321 Business Communications class about “Managers’ Success: Using Navigational, Social, and Aspirational Factors to Support DEI in the Workplace.” Great insight, thoughtful discussions, and left with a better understanding of workplace retention.”

    — Dr. Judith Adelizzi Parker, University of Nevada

  • Safe Space for Vulnerability and Reflection

    “Thank you for designing and facilitating our team's Strengths Coaching session. Your presentation was phenomenal and impactful. You created a safe space for vulnerability and an opportunity for our team members to reflect on the personal strengths we bring to the team. I received such great feedback from the group regarding your presentation and time spent with us.  And on behalf of the team, I want to say thank you!”

    -Keshia P., California Community Colleges

  • I’ve Increased My Confidence

    “Pamela partnered with me on transitioning into a new career. She helped me narrow down the daunting task of transitioning into a new field, helping to navigate the complexities by breaking the process down into clear, actionable steps. Doing so provided a manageable path toward achieving my goals. I’ve increased my confidence knowing I possess the skills and initiative to successfully pursue and achieve my future aspirations.”

    Rachel K., Stanford University

  • Provided Me Support, Guidance and Fierce Love

    “Pamela partnered with me on mentor coaching for certification and continues to partner with me as I grow my coaching business. She provided so much support, guidance, and fierce love in helping me with my coaching certification and afterwards, helping me articulate my why and my values. She also provided invaluable advice consulting with me on growing my business. Working together has provided the clarity and confidence I've found on this entrepreneurial roller coaster. “

    ~Ming C., ICF Certified Coach, Former Silicon Valley Tech Leader