About Killian O' Leary
Killian is extremely passionate about Coaching and empowering others. He has been a practising Coach for a number of years now at this point and is relentless in his pursuit of helping others to realise their full potential.
He specialises in –
Executive Leadership, Career Coaching, Recruiter Coaching & Talent Management Coaching (for Corporate organisations).
Killian is vastly experienced at managing High-performing teams and has Coached many Senior Executives both through his Coaching business and in his previous role of ‘Senior Recruitment Manager’ at Irish Recruitment firm – ‘Berkley Group’. He is now focused 100% of his time to carrying out the role of ‘Chief Success Coach’ at ‘ProgressCoaching.ie’
Killian’s Coaching strives to set people up for success in when it comes to Goal-setting. He is an advocate of the ‘Co-active Coaching’ model which sets out a culture of – Confidentiality, Trust, Empowerment, Honesty, Two-way engagement, Collaboration and Accountability.
Having graduated from UCC with an ‘Honours Degree in History & English’ and subsequently, a ‘Higher Diploma in Marketing’, Killian has built up over 15 years Professional experience delivering first-class service to clients & candidates within the ‘Financial Services’ & Recruitment sector. He is an excellent Relationship-builder, a skill which has helped him to build a strong brand as an empathetic and empowering Professional Coach.
Killian’s Coaching Qualifications include the following
- ‘Accredited Diploma in Executive & Leadership Coaching’.
- ‘Component Certificate – ‘Advanced Leadership & Professional Coaching Practice & Ethics’.
- ‘Certificate in Career Coaching’.
- Component Certificate – ‘Coaching Models of Practice’.
- ‘Black-belt in Internet Recruitment’ (Credential ID: 10012) – Awarded through ‘Social Talent
Killian is passionate about delivering a fit-for-purpose Career & Talent Attraction Coaching offering both to individuals and corporate clients.
Killian utilises his coaching skills to empower clients to realise their own goals and his re-assuring presence provides the environment for people to try new things again and again until success is achieved!
Killian is truly passionate about Coaching people and he places huge importance on key terms such as – Resilience, Empowerment, Flexibility, Empathy and Active Listening. His coaching style is to probe into clients potential by utilising his intuitive and curious nature to fully stretch his clients during coaching.
Killian is fully committed to life-long learning & completed an ‘Accredited Diploma in Executive & Leadership Coaching‘ & a “QQI Certification in – Professional Coaching Practice & Ethics” through the ‘Positive Success Group’. He found the practical Coaching practice element of these courses a key benefit of the courses and took a lot of learnings from them. Killian has already seen the benefit of undergoing these programmes in his subsequent Coaching interactions with clients.
Killian’s message to potential clients is very clear – “If you have a Goal and you are looking to make progress towards it, then that’s the first step. Building your awareness around your inner potential, values, tolerations and challenges can help bring about tangible change in your Career, Work environment, Personal life etc..”
The ‘Coaching process’ begins with an initial ‘Chemistry Check‘ call, where we ascertain if ‘Progress Coaching’ can help you get to where you want to get to. Once there is a mutual agreement that we can add value, then we seek to put the Coaching agreement in place.
Conversely, if we feel that our ‘Service offering’ is not best placed to help you, then we will offer details of alternative Coaching services for you to consider!
Why Progress Coaching
Our Services
Coaching Clients
‘Progress Coaching’ can help people from ALL backgrounds reach their goals. You may be an individual with a personal goal, you may be a graduate looking for your first job, an employee looking to gain promotion / new job, you might be returning to work after a long absence OR you may be a Manager / Company Director seeking to improve your own performance or that of your team.
Coaching Style
Killian‘s approach is focused on developing a mutual trust-based partnership with his clients (following the ‘Co-active Coaching’ model) through asking probing and powerful questions which will stretch the potential within clients and ultimately help them realise that long-term transformative change in their behaviours resulting in successful outcomes across their Careers, Teams or Organisations.
He fully believes in the power of people’s potential and his approach is centred on supporting his clients to achieve their desired goals. He is specifically focused on helping clients to create a shift from a Fixed to a Growth mindset, helping them to build the necessary muscle and agility to navigate their way through this journey.
Testimonials
During the initial process to find a new job in Ireland for a relocation family process, first of all Killian helped me to improve the quality of my CV and LinkedIn profile, advising me depending on the intended audience. Killian also helped identify key words to use to describe my key skills, responsibilities and roles.
Killian advised how important it is to put myself in the mind of the intended audience/reader to see how my profile would fit within an organisation.
Killian also worked with me to help identify quality recruitment agencies.
He showed empathy and interest in my professional and personal situation - a re-location process put on hold due to COVID. Killian was always very responsive.
He also provided me with helpful and communication advice during a long and difficult recruitment process with a hiring manager.
I would highly recommend Killian as an excellent and accomplished career coach
Josep Maria Pujals
Career Coaching Client
To work with a career coach is something that I never thought I would do. Based on the recommendation of a friend I spent some coaching time with Killian. I was a bit sceptical at first, but I quickly realised that Killian is an excellent coach and mentor.
He helped me to clearly outline my own objectives and I often find myself referring back to his advice.
Killian is focussed, honest, generous and above all trustworthy.
Karl Jones
Career Coaching client
"Killian has been my trusted go to recruitment partner for over 8 years, during my time at tech company Core HR Killian frequently delivered superior service, often under extremely tight deadlines.
Killian ensures professionalism at every stage and takes the time to thoroughly understand the requirements of the open position along with the company culture and team dynamics, he therefore provides only quality candidates for consideration.
He is efficient and responsive and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him as a Recruitment Partner."
Karen Walsh
Talent Attraction and Recruitment Client
"Having moved to work in Ireland I got introduced to Killian who not only assisted with my job-search but became my Career coach and Mentor. Killian offers experience and insight into things that aren’t obvious and he used that knowledge to help guide me in choices and in my development. I would highly recommend Killian for those seeking Coaching help and assistance"
Chris Cashell
Executive Career Coaching Client
"Killian O'Leary is a professional who exhibits the highest standards. Killian represented me in my latest move; he took the time to get to know me. He assured me he had a great relationship with the hiring manager in the company in which I was interested. He did. This was clearly evident in how he represented me. Killian was thorough, kept in regular contact and he made me feel valued, not just another source of income, but as a professional myself. I've had some diabolical experiences with the recuiting 'profession' over the last few months and being dealt with in such a thorough, methodical and process-driven manner was truly excellent. I have no hesitation in recommending Killian ."
Senior Director - Head of Global Operations at Johnson Controls
Executive Career Coaching Client
"I was put in touch with Killian through a mutual friend and had a series of coaching sessions with him over the course of about 3 months. The benefit began immediately as I suddenly had a really safe place to discuss what was going on and try to find solutions to help me through. It was different to having a close friend or family member to talk to as I could be totally honest without having to worry about them worrying about me! The sessions were , like time out from the stress of what was happening to actually assess the situation without feeling consumed by it; it was an opportunity to look for the answers within myself with guidance. Working with Killian helped me to set specific goals at a time where there was huge uncertainty in my life, it also helped me to find the positives in the situation I was in, be accountable and strive forward for what I wanted. I still take with me the lessons I learned during my sessions with Killian and can apply them to both day to day and major life scenarios."
Deirdre Griffin - Acting Business Development Manager @ Cork Chamber
Executive Coaching Client
"Killian has a light touch and an easy-going manner, but he is also very focused on helping you discover what you really want in your life and your career. With his Coaching, I was able to pursue my dream and travel solo around the world for three months. Post-coaching,
I feel braver and more confident in my ability to follow through on my dreams."
Sara de Miguel Hernandez - Risk & Control Manager
Executive Coaching Client
"I was very fortunate to have dealt with Killian for a recent career move. By listening to my needs and understanding my strengths and stated goals, Killian instantly matched me up to my ideal role. I was looking for a career move to supercharge my career and Killian was able to facilitate this very successfully. I am currently working in my ideal job thanks to the Killian and would definitely go back to him for my next job and career advice, as he was to accurately match my skills to the positions required for full job fulfilment. The communication was flawless and Killian works closely with you to get the best for you unlike others. He is resilient in his pursuit of excellence."
James McGuinness - Global IT Consultant
Career Coaching Client
"Killian ranks in my opinion as one of the best Career coaches I’ve dealt with. After almost 17 years since my last interview, Killian understood the long road that I would have to take in order to reach my stated goal which was to secure a life-changing career move which would empower me to become more challenged and successful in my professional life. I found Killian to be extremely supportive with great listening & communications skills. He constantly kept in contact both during interviews as well as the waiting period between job hunting.
There just isn’t enough of praise I could give to recommend Killian. If I were to return to the job market again or needed advice on any goals I may have, my first port of call would be Killian."
Jim Buckley - Principle SCRUM Master at Dell
Executive Career Coaching Client
"Killian is a really great Coach who is thorough in his process and he really cares about people. He helped to realise my goal of securing a new career opportunity which allowed me to kick-start my professional career. Killian took the time to listen to my needs and months worth of traction were achieved in 30 minutes with Killian. He left no stone unturned in his follow-up. To this day I recommend friends who are in similar circumstances to go see him and will continue to do so far into the future."
Barry O'Brien - Product Program Manager at Dell
Career Coaching Client
"I worked with Killian during a time when I had to make an extremely challenging life and career decisions. He helped me weigh all my options and we narrowed in on my strengths and core values to ensure that I incorporated these into my decision as well. The homework Killian assigned during each session was relevant to push me forward, to get me to the place I needed to be and feel positive. I had 4 sessions with Killian and learned a tremendous amount of skills, techniques and great resources from him for my career development and general work/life balance goals. Killian is reliable, friendly, professional, a great listener, very inquisitive, and really puts you at ease. He is comfortable and competent working in the different roles of coach and consultant, easily navigating the emotional and practical. I definitely would recommend Killian to anyone who wants to clarify their values and identify their goals, both in personal and professional life."
Karolina Krzemianowska - Yoga Teacher, Nutritional Consultant, Health Educator, Corporate Wellness
Executive Coaching Client
"In advance of an interview last year, I met with Killian to assist me with my preparation. I found his support and advice excellent.
He is a very helpful, insightful coach who provides very practical and focused advice for the situation at hand that ultimately led to a positive outcome.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Killian as a Career coach"
Paul McCarthy - IT Architecture Manager at Ervia
Career Coaching Client
"Delighted to recommend Killian as a Career Coach. Had a number of one to one coaching session's with Killian and full of idea's and practical recommendation's. Professional reviewed my CV highlighting key skill's & strength's and how best to find my ideal next role and more. Also highlighted the importance of my key document being my CV and how to deal with Recruiters and how the whole process works with his unique experience within the recruitment industry."
Brendan McCarthy - Chartered Accountant
Career Coaching Client
Address
Cork, IRL
Phone
0860279618
Email
killian@progresscoaching.ie
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