Adam Birnbaum
Executive coach · Chicago, IL · in person and virtual
Credentials they list: ICF ACC, ICF PCC
Services
| Service | What is included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Search | on request | |
| Executive Coaching CEOs, senior leadership teams, and individual C-suite leaders |
Support navigating personal and professional challenges · Self-awareness, communication skills, and leadership presence development | on request |
| Leadership Team Alignment Senior leadership teams |
Real-time team coaching during decisions, conflict, and competing priorities | on request |
| Conflict Navigation | on request | |
| Executive Assessments | on request | |
| Succession Planning | on request | |
| Executive Transitions | on request | |
| Board Readiness | on request | |
| Strategic Planning CEOs and senior leadership teams |
Clarifying directional priorities · Resolving unspoken friction · Aligning resource allocation · Tailored operating rhythms using frameworks including OKRs and EOS | on request |
| Neurodivergence Coaching | on request |
As published on their website, read Nov 11, 2026.
Where they fit
| Students | Early | Mid | Manager | Director | VP / C-suite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resume and LinkedIn | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Interviews and offers | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Job search strategy | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Career direction and change | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Leadership | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Personal brand | no | no | no | no | no | no |
How they work
- Assessments
- Leadership Circle Profile (LCP)
- Before coaching
- President and General Manager; Chief Executive Officer; General Manager, SMB
Do it yourself, or hire a coach?
| Doing it yourself | Usually enough when | A coach earns the fee when | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership | Peer groups, feedback from your manager, reading. | You have a mentor who has done the job. | A first management role or a bigger team, often paid for by the employer. |
Times are our estimates. Try Callings.
Questions to ask before hiring
- What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
- What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
- Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)
- Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)
What they publish
- Prices: not found on their website
- What each service includes: yes
- A free consultation: not found on their website
- Refund or cancellation terms: not found on their website
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