Kay Hughes

Leadership coach · Frisco, TX · in person and virtual

Credentials they list: SHRM SHRM-CP, HRCI PHR

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"I help accomplished leaders navigate leadership challenges and take smart actions that drive measurable results." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Single Coaching Session
leaders		 1 session · 45-minute 1:1 coaching session via Zoom · Insights into leadership dilemma · Understanding of what to shift · Tailored first step to move forward on request
Multi-Session Coaching Package
leaders		 Multiple 1:1 coaching sessions · Thought partnership · Accountability ally · Support to create lasting results on request
Executive Coaching for Organizations
leaders in organizations transitioning from growth to maturity		 Customized 1:1 coaching partnership · Leadership development aligned with business priorities · Stakeholder involvement · Optional 360-degree assessment · Targeted feedback on request
Leadership Coaching Multi-Session Partnership
leaders		 10 sessions · 10 x 1:1 coaching sessions via Zoom · 1 x personalized assessment report · Email and text support between sessions · Learning resources (as applicable) · Custom exercises (as applicable) on request

As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.

How they compare

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Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInnonoyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersnonoyesyesyesyes
Job search strategynonoyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changenonoyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnonoyesyesyesyes
Personal brandnonoyesyesyesyes

How they work

Process
Assess current situation and context · Define aspirational vision and goals · Design personalized strategy · Act and refine strategy through implementation · Evaluate effectiveness and plan for sustained success
Assessments
360-degree assessment (optional)
Before coaching
Strategic HR Partner and Trusted Advisor to Executives, Global Fortune 500 tech companies (20 years)

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
Resume4 to 8 hours for a strong base, then about 30 minutes per posting. Callings can tailor it to each job.You are staying in the same field and level and have recent results to cite.You are changing field or level, coming back after a long break, or many applications brought no interviews.
Interviews3 to 6 hours of practice out loud per interview process. Callings can prepare you for each job you track.Early rounds in a format you know.Final rounds, panels, a new kind of role, or you tend to freeze.
Job searchA target list, a weekly plan and steady outreach. Callings builds the weekly plan and tracks every application, free.Interviews are coming in.Three months without traction, or a senior search that runs on your network.

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Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
  2. If I land a job partway through, what happens to the sessions I have not used? (multi-session package)
  3. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  4. Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)
  5. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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