In trying to become the best version of ourselves it’s normal to feel uncertain.
Sometimes it’s just a sense that something is not quite right. A yearning that there’s more to you than the current version. It may nag at you. This feeling of being lost, left behind, or not enough. A sense of just not being settled or at peace with your life. Sometimes it isn’t easy to understand why. When you don’t know what you don’t know, it’s hard to get a handle on how to move forward. We might not know what we could be doing or how we could better apply ourselves. It’s common to have self-doubt and second-guess yourself. That can make it really hard to know which way to turn.
You deserve a coach who can meet you where you’re at, hold space for you to explore what’s possible, and help you find a meaningful way forward.
The Next Stage Coaching Difference
If you're ready to disengage your autopilot and discover what's really holding you back, Gail can help. You'll:
- Strengthen Your Communication
- Have Deeper, Richer Conversations
- Expand Social + Emotional Intelligence
- Get Validation for Your Ideas
- Develop Your Own Confidence
- Advocate for Your Own Needs
- Find Clarity in Your Career
- Move Past Barriers
- Establish Boundaries
- Live in Alignment
Imagine having a safe space to explore all the things you've been wondering but may not have admitted to yourself or given yourself permission to say out loud. You'll feel fully supported as you develop your presence and essence so you can show up fully aligned.
I'm Gail Boone, MPA, CEC, PCC (She/Her)
After a long, diverse career, engaging with people and building relationships in a variety of roles, I decided to shift to an independent practice. Since 2010, I have focused largely on leadership and organizational development, working with individuals and teams.
I KNOW what it's like to dance on the edge of discomfort. Starting Next Stage wasn’t easy for me. It involved a journey that had me facing fears, working through many reservations, effectively managing change, and ultimately charting a new course that I know is serving others. How do I know? Because they tell me. Now it's your turn to step into what's right for you. I'll be by your side and will help you in way that's manageable and achievable.
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Services | What We Do
Executive Coaching
You CAN become a better leader. Gail will develop a custom executive coaching experience for your needs. Throughout, you’ll learn more about yourself, your values, your leadership style, how you show up, and what you really want. You will deepen your understanding, improve your performance and productivity, and overall boost your quality of life. When you are in alignment, you can create lasting and positive change for you, your team and for others.
Equine Facilitated Coaching
Amplify your impact with the power of horses. By including horses in specifically-designed learning experiences, Gail (as an equine-assisted coach) is able to observe the non-verbal communication between you and the horse. She guides each session, translating what she sees. Once each equine facilitated learning experience is complete and you debrief it together, you’ll be able to understand the insights you’ve uncovered integrating your learning.
Resume + Interview Prep
Develop a winning resume and finally feel prepared to ace your interview. As an experienced HR Director and former hiring manager, Gail has extensive experience evaluating resumes. She knows how to help you instantly stand out from your competition. By the end of your time together, you’ll know exactly how to capture your employer’s attention. You’ll understand how to present your skills and accomplishments in a manner that demonstrates how you’d be an invaluable part of any organization.
Mentor Coaching
Get the clarity, confidence, and competence that comes by working with a skilled and sought after mentor coach. As a PCC with the International Coach Federation, Gail mentors coaches from all over the world as they seek to either gain or renew their coaching credential. You will receive customized coaching and feedback in a collaborative setting to increase your capability in coaching, all in alignment with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Core Competencies.
Here’s how easy it is to get started:
- Pick a date & we'll set up a time to chat. Gail will cover all of your questions and you’ll have time to identify your current challenges and explore your specific needs.
- Experience the Power of Coaching. Gail will be by your side as you break down your goals into manageable, achievable tasks.
- Achieve more than you ever thought was possible. By the end of our sessions, you’ll gain momentum, increase your confidence so you can stay on track to reach - and exceed - your goals.
Here's what people are saying about Next Stage Coaching:
Gail is the most patient, understanding, observant, and knowledgeable coach and I feel the most fortunate to receive her coaching and guidance. Everything that I have learned from her will benefit me for the rest of my life.
— S, HALIFAX
Gail works with individuals and teams who want to increase their self awareness, develop their confidence, and master social and emotional intelligence. This enables better personal and professional relationships all around!
This experience was so unique and authentic. As someone who is nervous around horses I was completely out of my comfort zone. But the supportive environment and gentle nature of the horse allowed me to connect to the horse on a very unexpected and spiritual level. At one point my horse partner reassured me that he trusted me implicitly by closing his eyes in a completely relaxed state. This was a clear signal to me of his trust in me. By being my authentic self, I gained his trust…what a lesson in life! Gail’s guidance through exercises to connect to my body and let go of intrusive thoughts was so powerful...I have never felt that connected to my body. This experience was transformative is so many ways!
— JEANNINE, HALIFAX
Gail is the consummate executive coach using a variety of both new and traditional methods that I have found truly beneficial to my professional growth and development. Whether experiencing an equine facilitated session on her farm in which she draws on the calming influence of horses to examine a wide range of issues; participating in one of her professional development workshops, or getting targeted advice in a one-on-one session - Gail’s holistic approach to professional coaching is unique, inspired and extremely helpful.
— LORI HARROP, PRESIDENT, ANCHOR COMMUNICATIONS, HALIFAX, NS.
I have had some time to reflect on the experience and the words that come to mind are ‘powerful’, ‘thought-provoking’ and in many ways - ‘life-changing’. I have never felt so “tuned in” to my body and senses. I feel empowered by the session. Thank you for this.
— TOM, NOVA SCOTIA
Over the past year, having Gail as my coach has been an incredibly valuable experience. Gail uses the tactic of guiding people to find answers. This allows not only for a collaborative approach to problem solving, but also ensured that I took person responsibility for what I decided to do next since I was part of that planning process. I had many “aha” moments through this process with Gail, and feel that I was able to learn a lot about myself, what I can bring to the workplace, and how I can continue to grow.
— CAMILLE, HALIFAX
One of the most profound experiences of my life. I never could have imagined the power that comes with connecting … really connecting with horse and being so free to be vulnerable in an extremely safe and comforting way.
— KB , NOVA SCOTIA
I bring a lot of knowledge, skill and creativity to my role, but was hitting walls in some areas – areas I believed were beyond my control. Through coaching, I’m learning to identify the results I really want, and to look for my own hidden assumptions and barriers.
— DE, NOVA SCOTIA
After working with Gail, I developed a better understanding of my impact in the organization. I now have a wider perspective about what’s affecting the organization and what might affect the motivations of people. This has helped me to engage with my colleagues, team, and stakeholders, more effectively and build more effective relationships. It was great to bounce ideas off Gail - taking the time to consider issues from new angles has helped me to change the way I respond in different situations.
Gail has been instrumental in helping us. She simplified the entire job application process including what to put in a resume and cover letter. Her interview skills prep helped us secure jobs! The best part about her is that she helped us understand the hiring process from an inside perspective!
Gail Boone is an expert in developing resumes that will capture the attention of the employer.
Gail effectively coaches clients, using equine modalities to move past barriers, and supports them in identifying a path forward.
Gail’s approach helps me turn off my auto pilot, sort out what my body is telling me (in a screaming sort of way), realize that I have “junk” in my body that isn’t/wasn’t even mine in the first place , and how to ditch it.
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