Róisín Monaghan (MSc, Assoc CIPD, Assoc BPS, Professional Coach ACC)

Executive Coach, Career & Life Coach.

I am a native of Galway with over 17 years of experience in senior management roles within a Higher Education Institution (HEA). Currently, I serve as a Senior Executive Officer at an HEA in Limerick. Since 2018, I have been actively working as an Executive, Career, and Life Coach. I am also the founding member and current chairperson of the Atlantic Way Coaching Circle.

In 2017, I completed my Certificate in Professional Coaching with Coaching Development Ltd, accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF). I subsequently mentored on that coaching training programme  for the following two years. During this time, I earned the Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential and am a member of the ICF. Additionally, I hold a Diploma in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and a Certificate in Psychometric Testing from the British Psychological Society.

• MSc (Hons) in Organisational Behaviour

• B.A. (Hons) in European Studies

• Higher Diploma in Human Resources Development

• International Coaching Federation Associate Certified Coach (ACC)

• International Coaching Federation Certificate in Professional Coaching Skills

• British Psychological Society Certificate in Psychometric Testing (Associate BPS)

• Diploma in Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

• Master Coaching Programme (WBECS)

• Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Professional Development (Associate CIPD)

Since 2018, I have provided Executive, Career, and Life Coaching support to a diverse range of clients, both internal to my organisation, including students, researchers, and staff.

My private clients come from various sectors, including IT, medical, sciences, engineering, finance, human resources, operations and hospitality as well as public health and education institutions.

My coaching approach is authentic, professional, and insightful, aiming to collaborate with clients to create self-awareness and clarity regarding their life and career goals. Clients often experience increased confidence, clarity, and motivation to achieve their objectives. Alongside my external coaching business, I have extensive experience as an internal coach in a Higher Education Institution.

An excellent coaching approach is a partnership that focuses on unlocking the client’s potential and guiding them towards their personal and professional goals. My coaching approach involves several key elements that foster growth, development, and empowerment, as follows:

1. Active Listening: Truly understanding the coachee's needs, goals, and concerns by listening attentively and empathetically.

2. Goal Setting: Helping the coachee set clear, achievable, and meaningful goals that align with their values and aspirations.

3. Empowerment: Encouraging the coachee to take ownership of their development and decisions, fostering a sense of autonomy and confidence.

4. Feedback: Providing constructive, timely, and specific feedback that helps the client recognise their strengths and areas for improvement.

5. Support and Challenge: Balancing support with appropriate challenges to push the client out of their comfort zone and promote growth.

6. Adaptability: Tailoring the coaching approach to the individual needs and learning styles of the client.

7. Accountability: Holding the client accountable for their actions and progress, while also being accountable as a coach.

8. Continuous Learning: Encouraging a mindset of lifelong learning and curiosity, both for the coach and the client.

My coaching philosophy emphasises the importance of a professional, competent, and connected coaching relationship. I strive to create a sincere, genuine, confidential, and safe partnership with my clients. I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives and work, and they are inherently creative, resourceful, and whole.

I believe that clients are the masters of their own lives and possess the creativity and resources needed to achieve their goals. My role is to facilitate, reflect, and guide clients through their choices. My top three values as a coach are connection, presence, and curiosity. I am constantly curious and positive in guiding each client's journey, providing a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space built on trust, acceptance, and mutual respect. I maintain professionalism, competence, self-management, and supervision in my practice.