Jane Zakreski
My name is Jane Zakreski, I am a ICF-PCC certified coach specialising in Executive and Leadership coaching. I work from Edmonton in Canada, but work worldwide via online services. Over
Career Coach in Edmonton Alberta
Edmonton is Alberta’s provincial capital and one of Canada’s most underrated and rapidly evolving professional cities — a hub for government, healthcare, education, technology, energy services, and a growing startup and innovation ecosystem. Home to the University of Alberta, one of Canada’s top research universities, major provincial government departments, and a booming tech sector centred around the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, the city offers outstanding career opportunities for professionals across every field. Whether you are advancing your career in Alberta’s public sector, transitioning from energy services into technology, or building something new in Edmonton’s growing innovation community, Career Coach Directory connects you with experienced, vetted career coaches across Edmonton and the wider Northern Alberta area.
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Local Coaches
Edmonton’s professional community is diverse and growing — shaped by its large public sector, world-class university, a major healthcare system, growing technology companies, and a vibrant arts and culture scene that is increasingly attracting creative and entrepreneurial talent. Our Edmonton-based coaches understand the distinct dynamics of the city’s professional landscape and can help you navigate it effectively, whether you are targeting government, the private sector, or an entrepreneurial path.
Coaches from Europe
If you are thinking of moving abroad, why not look at our Expat coaches/International coaching. They will help you settle and find the right job in that Country.
International Coaches
Thinking of moving to a new Country, find that coach that can help you settle in to the new country, whether it is for a new job or transitioning between jobs
Why Edmonton Professionals Use Career Coaching
Edmonton professionals operate in a city that is quietly but confidently transforming — diversifying beyond its energy services heritage into technology, innovation, and knowledge-based industries, while maintaining the public sector and healthcare backbone that has always defined the city. Career coaching is increasingly valued in Edmonton because having a clear strategy in a changing market makes a real difference. Here is why professionals across Northern Alberta are turning to career coaches:
- Public sector professionals — Edmonton’s provincial government and public sector are major employers. A coach helps you navigate the public sector career ladder, prepare for competitions, and develop a long-term strategy for advancement.
- Healthcare professionals — Edmonton’s healthcare system is one of the largest in Western Canada. A coach helps you navigate career progression within the system and position yourself for leadership roles in health administration.
- Technology professionals — Edmonton’s tech sector is growing rapidly. A coach helps you position yourself for high-growth opportunities in one of Alberta’s most exciting emerging professional communities.
- Career changers — Edmonton’s diversifying economy creates real opportunities to pivot between sectors. A coach helps you make that transition with a clear strategic plan and compelling professional narrative.
- Most have at least 20+ Years of life Experience
- Personalized coaching methods
- Most can speak the English Language
- Availability to fit you in at short notice
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Carol Thiessen
Provincial Government Manager, Edmonton
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
“After ten years in the Alberta public service I wanted to move into a Director role. My coach helped me prepare for the competition process brilliantly and I succeeded on my first attempt. Career Coach Directory was superb.”
Amir Sharifi
Tech Professional, Edmonton
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
“Edmonton’s tech sector is growing fast but you still need a clear strategy to stand out. My coach helped me position myself perfectly for a senior engineering role. Career Coach Directory found the right match immediately.”
Linda Kowalchuk
Healthcare Administrator, Edmonton
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
“Moving into healthcare leadership in Edmonton requires a very specific set of skills and approach. My coach understood this landscape completely and helped me secure a leadership role I am genuinely proud of. Outstanding.”
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Here are the answers to some of the common career coaching questions.
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Not necessarily! Many of our Edmonton coaches offer sessions via Zoom or phone. For in-person sessions, we have coaches based across Edmonton downtown, Whyte Avenue, St. Albert, Sherwood Park, and throughout the wider Edmonton Metro and Northern Alberta area.
We – the coach matching experts here at Career Coach Directory – have helped hundreds of people find a career coach and it’s no surprise we get so many requests when you consider how much time people spend at a job they hate – or even worse, don’t have (i.e. they’re unemployed).
So the job (pun intended) of a career coach is to help you find a job – but not just any job – a job you love. A career coach does this by offering a range of services. On one end of the spectrum is the personal development side of career coaching that helps you answer the big questions in life such “what are you passionate about?”, “What do you really want to do?” and “What career legacy do you want to leave behind?”.
On the other end of the career coaching spectrum are the technical job searching services such as CV writing, preparing for interviews, and developing job searching skills.
Career coaching is not one-size-fits-all. Depending on your needs, you might benefit from a general career coach, an executive or leadership coach, a redundancy coach, a confidence coach, an interview coach, a career transition coach, or a life coach with a strong career focus. Our directory covers all of these specialisms and our referral service will match you with the type of coach that is most relevant to your specific situation.
Career coaching rates in Edmonton vary depending on experience, specialisation, and session format. Sessions typically range from $150 to $350+ CAD, with package rates available for ongoing engagements. Many coaches offer a free initial consultation — our referral service can match you with coaches who fit your budget and goals.
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Let us know about your goals by completing the form below and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours with 3 Coaches for you to choose from. Each Coach will offer a free 15 minute discovery call.
Our services are Free to customers searching for a Coach, and most coaches will offer a Free 15 minute Consultation, so they can tell you how they can help.
This depends on your situation. If you are thinking about a career change in the medium term and want time to explore your options carefully, booking a few months ahead gives you space to work through the process at a comfortable pace. If you are facing a more urgent situation — such as an upcoming redundancy, a job offer you need to evaluate quickly, or an interview process already underway — a coach can often accommodate you at shorter notice. We recommend getting started as early as possible so you have the most time to benefit.
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