Elissa Kennedy

Leadership Coach For Women In Impact-Driven Tech

You are pouring everything into purpose-driven work—but feeling exhausted, over-functioning, and quietly asking, "Is this all there is?"

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Format
Online
Style
Supportive and encouraging
Engagement
3 Months
International Coaching Federation (ICF)San Francisco · English
01 · About

About Elissa

Through my Sustainable Leadership Reinvention program, we identify the patterns keeping you stuck and shift how you operate as a leader—so you can re-ignite your passion without leaving your job or sacrificing your impact.

02 · Outcomes

What clients walk away with

Mental Mastery

Safe and ethical practices that empower you to overcome limits and develop a positive mindset.

Life Purpose

Achieve a profound sense of fulfillment and live a life aligned with your values.

Resilience

Develop the resilience to navigate challenges and thrive in the face of adversity.

Innovative Solutions

Thoughtful engagement and collaboration that supports your best work, driving innovation and meaningful change.

Working with Elissa was truly life-changing. I felt stuck at my job and wanted to go back to school, but I didn't know how and was scared to navigate the next steps. She supported me through this process, and I am now happily employed in my new career. Elissa has an amazing gift to listen without judgment and gently present options so decisions feel genuine and self-driven. I am forever grateful for her contribution to my life, and I could not recommend her more.
Annie, M
03 · Approach

This Work Is Purposeful

I used to daydream about running off to Costa Rica—alone, without any responsibilities. I'd laugh it off as silly. Now I know it was actually my nervous system signaling that I was headed for burnout. Luckily, I found mental fitness and coaching tools before it was too late.

Now I help purpose-driven women recognize signals BEFORE they reach a breaking point, so they can reclaim their life without blowing it all up.

Because you can't change the world if you're too burned out to show up for it!

04 · The coaching

Leadership Reset Intensive

The Leadership Reset Intensive is designed to help you identify the #1 pattern keeping you stuck—and start interrupting it. In just 4 weeks, you'll gain the clarity, tools, and momentum to shift how you operate—so you can finally feel relief instead of running on empty.

  • Clarity on your #1 burnout pattern You'll identify the specific saboteur voice or behavior that's driving your over-functioning (the "I have to do it myself," the perfectionism, the inability to say no)
  • A real-time interruption strategy Tools to catch the pattern as it's happening—so you can choose a different response instead of defaulting to the old behavior.
  • One strategic shift implemented We'll focus on ONE high-leverage change (e.g., delegating a key responsibility, setting a new boundary, redesigning your calendar) and you'll see immediate relief
  • A decision point By the end of 4 weeks, you'll know if you want to continue the transformation in the full 6-month Sustainable Leadership Reinvention program—or pause with new momentum
$1,500
05 · Credentials

Training & memberships

06 · Testimonials

In their own words

I highly recommend Elissa as a coach. She is consistently positive, engaged, and genuinely invested in helping you succeed. She does a great job of giving you practical tools and helping you work through the barriers and blockers that can get in the way of achieving your goals. One thing that really stands out about Elissa is her willingness to try different approaches and activities to find what works best for you. She creates an environment that feels supportive but also encourages growth.
Mike G
Working with Elissa has given me incredible clarity in both my business and my personal relationships. Elissa’s insight and professionalism make every session impactful, and I always leave with a clearer path forward. I highly recommend Elissa!
Paul G
Elissa's coaching approach is insightful, heart centered and highly effective. Every time we are together I feel seen and heard at the deepest of levels, and I always walk away with tangible ways to accomplish my goals. She is gifted at seeing where I am stuck and offering me ways to move through and out the other side. I'm so grateful to you Elissa for your wisdom and support!
Sarah N
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