"These sessions were well written and executed. The content was well thought out and applicable to many different types of businesses. Facilitators were engaging and activities were thought provoking and elicited collaboration.”

"…great course! I think leaders would definitely benefit from taking this workshop to help them realize the positive impact that small changes can have.”

"I loved the energy and charisma of the presenters and the very structured approach they took to the subject. Also loved audience participation!”

“The workshop was presented in a very thoughtful manner. The handouts matched what was being presented so that you could go back and refer to the material. Both Sara and Grace were clear in their communications”.

Feedback from Course Participants

Executive Coaching

“I have the pleasure to go through a leadership coaching program with Grace as my mentor and my whole experience so far is fantastic. She is approachable, and real, and makes it really easy to show your vulnerability and be your honest self. Plus, she's funny and nothing is best than a good laugh when having a deep conversation about ourselves and our aspirations. I highly recommend Grace and invite you all to get in a conversation with her. You'll be convinced of the support and coaching she can provide within the first five minutes.”

Martine Lamoureux - Head of Talent and Culture, Ardene

Professional Development Coaching

“I had the privilege of being coached by Sara on CliftonStrengths. She helped me understand my unique strengths profile and also coached me on leveraging these strengths and talents to achieve greater success in both my personal and professional life. Sara's engaging and enthusiastic approach immediately put me at ease. She created an environment where I felt comfortable and motivated to explore my potential. Together, we worked on identifying and achieving my leadership development goals. I wholeheartedly recommend Sara Whittaker's coaching services. She brings a genuine passion and expertise to help clients develop greater self-awareness and make better life and career choices.”

Executive - Private Sector

Sara is an incredible mentor, facilitator and coach. I had the privilege of learning first hand from Sara how to facilitate effectively by understanding the purpose of your content and being present in the moment with your audience to ensure their level of understanding and engagement.

Sara is motivating and inspirational, and encourages you to think outside the box, to be creative and bold. She has a unique way of highlighting your natural talents that enables you to lean in to accelerate your success.

Victoria Wince - Former Executive with Estée Lauder Companies

“I absolutely loved working with Grace from Take Wing! Grace is incredibly thoughtful, is a careful listener, and is truly passionate about helping others unlock their full potential! Grace helped me to identify and appreciate my strengths, and provided me with the tools I needed for my professional growth and development! I noticed significant improvements in how I viewed myself, how I approached my work, and how I carried myself as a professional after completing the program.”

Jenna Derome, CHRP, People Experience Specialist, Bounteous

Career Coaching

“I was so lucky to have Grace as my career coach during my job hunt. She is warm-hearted and resourceful. She provided considerate and targeted solutions for job seekers. Her advice helped me sharpen my networking skills and unlock the hidden job market. Grace helps job seekers become their better selves, rather than stretching their resumes or embellishing their accomplishments. I would recommend Grace to any of my friends seeking a career coach.”

Pengyu Wang – Data Scientist, Pheesia

“Grace is an amazing coach who helped me navigate a rocky period in my career. I was a client of Grace for a period of 3 months where she helped me discover my strengths, rebuild my confidence and decide on a new course of action in my career. At times Grace was a cheerleader encouraging me and helping me to see my potential and at other times she helped me build discipline to stop destructive habits that were sabotaging my own success. Her unique blend of humanity and expertise makes her an ideal coach for anyone looking for a career coach.”

Edbert Oey – Aspiring researcher in ESG and university lecturer in data analytics

Character References

“I have had the pleasure and privilege of knowing Grace for the past 13 years. She was a dedicated public servant, a professional with many talents, and an overall wonderful human being. Before becoming a certified coach, I have witnessed her being a natural coach with her staff and her peers. Grace is highly optimistic, creative, and solutions-oriented; she brings out the best in others and is proficient at working through organizational issues, using an unbiased ethical lens. She sparks passion in everything she determines to focus on and is highly regarded by others because she is dependable and cares profoundly about people. If you are looking for a compassionate approach combined with outstanding results, I favourably recommend Grace as a coach, a mentor, a facilitator, and as a consultant.”

Ann Demers - Career, Leadership and Certified Integral Development Coach at A.D. Coaching

“I have worked with Grace for several years in dynamic and complex environments which demanded versatility, adaptability, and discernment.  Her consistent and exceptional work abilities were relied on to deliver outstanding results.  Not surprising Grace has a work ethic which is unparalleled, as she consistently goes above and beyond to achieve successful outcomes.  This is matched by her remarkable interpersonal marked by the truly unique and invaluable ability to connect with all people from diverse backgrounds, ages, genders and needs.  Grace embodies the perfect blend of empathy and professionalism.”

Christina Noble - Deputy Director, Department of National Defence

“Grace is a true trusted advisor coach who makes clients feel safe and supported as they explore their career or leadership challenges. Her attuned understanding of growing in one’s own leadership competency journey is easily present, as is her deep listening skills, and to help clients gain the edge they are looking for. She harness tip-of-the-spear coaching techniques and demonstrates genuine presence making trust easily engendered.”

Jason Parks - Vice President of Business Development, The Talent Company