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Stacy Bahnsen - Leadership Coach

Leadership & Life Coaching · Birmingham, MI

Lead with
Confidence.
Live with Ease.

Transformative 1:1 coaching for women in executive roles — breaking through self-doubt and building the communication, clarity and presence that defines lasting leadership.

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Stacy Bahnsen coaching session
10+
Years of Excellence

Coaching women to lead from within

I'm Stacy Bahnsen — an Executive Leadership & Life Coach based in Birmingham, Michigan. After years in organizational development and HR leadership, I discovered my true calling: helping driven women unlock the confidence and clarity they already carry within them.

Whether you're navigating a new leadership role, managing a team for the first time, or simply feeling stuck — I provide a safe, confidential space where real transformation begins. My coaching style is honest, direct, and deeply personalized.

500+
Women Coached
5★
Noomii Rating
100%
Client Referral Rate
1:1
Personalized Sessions
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Services designed
for your growth

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Executive Leadership Coaching

Personalized 1:1 sessions focused on building executive presence, strategic thinking, and the people skills that elevate good managers into great leaders.

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Communication Mastery

From difficult conversations to boardroom presence — master the art of communication that builds trust, respect, and lasting influence within your team.

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03

Life & Career Transitions

Navigating a new role, industry pivot, or personal crossroads? Gain the clarity and courage to move forward with intentionality and purpose.

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Confidence & Mindset

Identify and dismantle the internal blocks holding you back. Build unshakeable confidence from the inside out — and lead without second-guessing yourself.

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Group Workshops

Immersive leadership training workshops for corporate teams. Topic-based training followed by live 1:1 coaching for real-time learning and transformation.

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Organizational Strategy

HR and operations consulting: succession planning, meeting facilitation, employee handbooks, payroll planning, and comprehensive operational support.

How It Works

Your coaching
journey

01
Discovery Call

A free 30-minute conversation to explore where you are, where you want to be, and whether we're a great fit for the journey ahead.

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Custom Roadmap

Together we design a personalized coaching plan built around your specific challenges, goals, and the kind of leader you want to become.

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Deep Dive Sessions

Weekly or bi-weekly 1:1 sessions that combine powerful questions, honest feedback, and practical frameworks — plus ongoing text and phone support.

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Accountability & Action

Real change requires real accountability. Between sessions, I check in, challenge you, and celebrate your wins — because momentum matters.

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Transform & Lead

Watch your communication sharpen, your confidence deepen, and your team's trust in you grow. You don't just get a better leader — you become your best self.

Client Stories

Real women, real results

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About a year ago, I reached out to Stacy who had mentioned she was helping others navigate transitions in the corporate world. Our initial conversation sparked my interest so much that I chose to hire her as my coach — and coach me she did! Always kind and insightful, and never vague. She wasn't telling me what to do — she was asking me questions to get me thinking in ways I hadn't before. Give yourself the gift of Stacy. She is worth it.

— Senior Director, Fortune 500 Company

Coaching session
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If you are considering hiring a Business Leadership or Life Coach, look no further. Stacy is highly skilled at what she does and you will not be disappointed. Highly recommend!

— VP of Marketing, Tech Startup

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I came to Stacy stuck and uncertain. Within three months I had a clear vision, a stronger voice, and the confidence to ask for — and get — the promotion I'd been afraid to pursue.

— Engineering Manager, Healthcare

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Stacy has a rare ability to hold space while simultaneously challenging you. My team relationships completely transformed after working with her on my communication style.

— CFO, Financial Services Firm

Ready to lead
with ease?

Book your free 30-minute discovery call. No pressure, no commitment — just an honest conversation about what's possible for you.

From the Blog

Leadership insights
for the modern woman

Leadership

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Communication

Communication

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Avoiding hard conversations is costing you credibility. Here's a step-by-step approach to speaking directly with compassion and clarity.

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Based in
Birmingham, MI

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Baldwin Road, Birmingham, Michigan 48009
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Virtual sessions available worldwide
In-person sessions in Metro Detroit area