Cathleen Swody

Leadership coach · Glastonbury, CT · in person and virtual

Credentials they list: Hogan, MHS EQ-i 2.0

"We specialize in helping organizations develop and retain top talent by equipping leaders with the skills, strategies, and insights needed to drive business success." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Leadership Development & Training
From first-time managers to senior executives
Tailored programs · Interactive workshops · Skills to drive business success on request
Executive Coaching for Impact
Leaders seeking to accelerate leadership growth
One-on-one coaching · Strengthen decision-making · Improve communication · Maximize leadership effectiveness on request
Data-Driven Talent Insights
Organizations seeking leadership and team insights
Custom surveys · Assessments · Insights into leadership strengths · Team dynamics · Engagement challenges 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 LinkedInnononononono
Interviews and offersnononononono
Job search strategynonononoyesyes
Career direction and changenononononono
Leadershipnonononoyesyes
Personal brandnononononono

How they work

Process
Partner with leaders to refine leadership style, decision-making, and team dynamics · Design and deliver high-impact leadership programs and workshops · Apply assessments and data-driven insights to identify leadership success patterns · Coach leaders to leverage insights for growth and improved performance
Assessments
Strength Calibration Assessment WholeLeader, ARSENAL Assessment High Performing Systems, Inc., Hogan Team Report Hogan Assessment Systems, Thrive 360 Leadership Assessment Thrive Leadership, Hogan Judgment Report Hogan Assessment Systems, EQ-i 2.0 Multi-Health Systems Inc. (MHS)

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
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.
LeadershipPeer 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.

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Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
  2. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  3. Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)
  4. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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