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Leadership asks a great deal of you. And you don’t have to carry it alone. We provide personal coaching that supports you to stress less, relate better and create results with less friction.

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Meet world-class coaching, authentic care, and results

Phil Ohl, B.Ed., M.Ed.

Phil is regarded by many as a transformative force, known for inspiring deep, lasting growth in leaders and teams. Clients call his coaching “life-changing” and a “game-changer,” highlighting his ability to align leaders with their highest commitments while driving measurable results.

From helping executives achieve clarity and confidence to uniting senior teams under a shared vision, Phil’s strategic insight and candid feedback consistently deliver breakthroughs. Trusted for his authentic care and results-driven approach, Phil empowers leaders to tackle challenges with purpose, creating a ripple effect that uplifts entire organizations.

“Phil Ohl Changed My Life. I owe deep gratitude for Phil’s coaching work. He has had a profound impact on both my personal and professional growth over the past 5 years. He has created a space for me to be vulnerable and to share my challenges and fears, while at the same time acting as a stand for me by keeping me accountable to my commitments. I would recommend Phil to anyone who is looking seriously at a long-term coaching relationship.”
— Mike Kalinka, IG Private Wealth Management, Kalinka Group

Dominic Ohl, B.Com., IAC-CC

Dominic’s coaching is rooted in curiosity, empathy, and a focus on meaningful progress. His clients describe him as a thoughtful and empowering guide who creates a safe space for self-discovery and growth. Graduating from UVic with a commerce degree, going on to coordinate VIATEC’s accelerator program and training in conscious leadership, he combines remarkable warmth, candor, and authenticity with his coaching expertise, helping clients achieve meaningful transformation personally and professionally.

Dominic leads most new coaching engagements at The Leader’s Edge and is typically the first person you’ll connect with if you reach out to explore working together.

“Working with Dom was truly a game changer for my leadership skills. After just a few sessions Dom began to understand me and that’s when the “aha!” moments started to pile up. Learning so much about myself in just a few short months was absolutely monumental to me and my team’s productivity.”
— Jack Wallace, TLC

  • "Their combined coaching has reshaped how we lead, communicate, and support each other, driving genuine growth across our organization."

    Nick Clarke, University of Victoria

  • "Phil helped me to become not just a better people leader, but a better person."

    Sarah Phillips, BC Transit

  • "My mindset is healthier, my execution more precise, and my confidence in relationship-building has grown exponentially."

    Tim G.

  • "It’s an incredible feeling to look back at where I started and see how far I have come, so quickly."

    Nick Graves, BC Transit

  • "He has been an integral part of our organization’s success over the past two decades."

    Chief Chris Aubrey, Langford Fire Rescue

  • “Phil Ohl changed my life.”

    Mike Kalinka, IG Private Wealth Management

  • “The single greatest professional development I have ever engaged with."

    Michael Morgan, School District 35

  • "Working with Dom was truly a game changer for my leadership skills."

    Jack Wallace, TLC/Blue Anvil

  • "Having Phil in my corner through this journey has been one of my biggest advantages as a leader.”

    Nick Phillips, Fortis BC

  • "Phil’s insights help me cut through the noise that doesn’t serve me or my team, keeping me aligned with my commitments as a leader."

    Tyler Large, Country Grocer

  • "Our senior leadership team is now aligned, motivated, and better equipped to achieve our ambitious goals."

    Grant Brumpton, PWL Partnership Landscape Architects

  • "Dominic helped me find my own leadership style and stay true to it as I faced different challenges."

    Emily Pilon, Country Grocer

  • "He held me to account."

    Amrit Lalli, Richardson Wealth

  • "Phil helped me craft and execute a game plan for both my business and my life that I wasn’t achieving on my own."

    Ernest Bedarz, Malahat Valuation

  • "Phil helped me gain clarity on what truly mattered to me."

    Kyle Ryan, Formwell Homes

  • "His strategic insights and hands-on coaching significantly improved our operational efficiency and accountability within all levels of our organization."

    Gord Snell, Archipelago Marine Research

  • "They've been instrumental in turning around my businesses."

    Barclay Ellis, TLC/Blue Anvil

  • “I have seen tangible results in my team’s performance and confidence, and I would recommend Phil to anyone looking to elevate their career.”

    Rob Mackay, BC Transit

  • "His guidance has had a significant and lasting impact, enabling me to achieve goals I hadn’t imagined were possible before."

    Damon Pallan

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Our coaching is guided by three foundational principles that create lasting change:

Self-Awareness

Seeing your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in real time so you can choose how to respond rather than react.

Radical Responsibility

Shifting from blame and victimhood to ownership and empowerment.

Integrity

Closing the gap between what you say and what you do, creating trust and energy in your leadership.

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Challenges will feel different, problems will become easier to solve and the work will begin to feel lighter.

What we offer

1:1 Leadership Coaching

Ongoing coaching for leaders who want to think clearly, act intentionally, and lead without unnecessary friction.

What you get:

  • Regular 60-minute 1:1 coaching sessions (Zoom, phone, or in-person in Victoria)

  • A dedicated, unbiased partner focused on your growth

  • Structured reflection to build self-awareness and interrupt unhelpful patterns

  • Clear goals and priorities, with accountability to follow through

  • Practical support navigating real situations as they arise (decisions, conversations, pressure)

Outcome:
You respond instead of react, make clearer decisions, and lead with more consistency and confidence.

Leadership Team Programs

Structured coaching engagements that align teams, strengthen relationships, and improve how work gets done together.

What you get:

  • Facilitated group sessions (in-person or virtual)

  • 1:1 coaching for leaders within the team (as needed)

  • Clear team alignment around goals, roles, and expectations

  • Tools to reduce drama, improve communication, and increase ownership

  • Support applying the work directly to real team challenges

  • Ongoing guidance to reinforce habits and maintain momentum

Outcome:
Stronger alignment, more effective communication, and a team that takes shared ownership for results.

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