About Me
Hey there! I’m Addison Spears, a Certified Executive Coach, International Coaching Federation member, and Founder of Spears Leadership, a Leadership Development and Consulting firm that empowers people to flourish & organizations to prosper through leadership coaching, organizational health consulting, and idea development.
With over ten years of experience as a multi-disciplinary designer and creative director equipped with an MBA, I approach complex problems with creative strategy. I’m passionate about learning and sharing ways design can impact the human experience.
When I’m not working, you can find me trying a new recipe in the kitchen, hiking in the Adirondack Mountains, or unwinding in the gym lifting weights. Clients describe me as warm, empathetic, and profoundly present. I reside in Upstate New York, where I live with my wife, daughter, and son.
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
ICF Certified Coach
Being an ACC Credentialed coach signifies that the individual has met the rigorous standards set by the International Coach Federation (ICF). To achieve this credential, coaches must have accumulated at least 60 hours of coaching education and completed over 100 hours of practical coaching experience. Aspiring ACC coaches are also required to undergo 10 hours of Mentor Coaching, where they receive guidance and feedback from a qualified mentor.
Working Genius Certification
Being certified in Working Genius equips individuals with a model to discover their natural gifts, leading to thriving in work and life. By understanding their unique working genius, people gain self-awareness, become more productive, and find fulfillment in their tasks.
The model identifies the six fundamental activities for any work and offers a simple framework for understanding how work is done. Additionally, it transforms teams by harnessing collective strengths, promoting collaboration, and increasing team success. Ultimately, Working Genius leads to more dignified, fulfilled, and successful work experiences.
Coaching Certification from the Townsend Institute at Concordia University
Becoming a certified coach from the Townsend Institute at Concordia University has been a transformative and deeply rewarding journey for me. Through rigorous training and unwavering dedication, I've honed my skills to provide exceptional coaching, empowering individuals to unlock their full potential and overcome challenges with newfound confidence. This certification represents my commitment to making a meaningful impact in people's lives, guiding them towards growth, and fostering lasting positive change.
Process Group & Experiential Training
This an environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings openly in judgment-free space. This process cultivates better self-awareness and expands your internal capacity to be more present, and effective in your external life.