Clare Allen
Executive coach for senior women leaders in Australia
| Rate | $316 to $492 per hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Executives and Women |
| Also coaches | Career coach and Business coach |
| Based in | New South Wales, Australia |
| Credentials | Doctor of Business Administration, University of Western Australia; Master of Business Leadership; MBA; GAICD; Specialist qualifications in emotional intelligence, NLP and MBTI |
Clare Allen is an executive and leadership coach who works with senior women leaders in education, health, community services, government and business. She is a former CEO with over 30 years of experience leading Australian organizations. She created the Identity Anchoring method, which mixes neuroscience, NLP and emotional intelligence to build leadership confidence. She holds a Doctor of Business Administration and won the 2007 Telstra Businesswoman of the Year award.
What Clare helps with
Clare helps senior women leaders who doubt their decisions and hold back from using their authority. She also works with leaders who want to advance their careers without burning out.
- Building leadership confidence
- Overcoming imposter syndrome
- Claiming authority in the boardroom
- Advancing a senior leadership career
- Avoiding burnout while proving yourself
- Leading authentically
Who Clare works with
Clare works with senior women leaders in education, health, community services, government and business. Her clients are capable executives who second-guess their decisions or shrink back from claiming their authority. Many want to move up in their careers while protecting their wellbeing.
How Clare works
Clare uses Identity Anchoring, a method she created herself. It combines neuroscience, NLP and emotional intelligence with her 30 years of CEO experience. The aim is to change beliefs at a neurological level instead of relying on affirmations or power poses. Clients build confidence from the inside so they can lead in their own style.
Background and qualifications
Clare has over 30 years of experience leading complex Australian organizations through transformation, growth and crisis. As CEO, she managed through major floods, ran multi-million dollar infrastructure projects, grew a nonprofit from 2,000 to 12,000 clients and tripled revenue. She holds a Doctor of Business Administration from the University of Western Australia and a Master of Business Leadership. She also has specialist qualifications in emotional intelligence, NLP and MBTI. Her awards include the 2024 Local Government Award and the 2007 Telstra Businesswoman of the Year.
Clare Allen pricing
Programs and services
- Free consultation
- One-on-one leadership coaching
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The CoachVouch take
She is a former CEO with over 30 years of experience who created her own confidence method, Identity Anchoring.
Best for senior women leaders in education, health, government or community services who want stronger confidence and career growth.
Clare's rate sits above the range most executive coaches charge ($102 to $238 an hour).
Common questions
How much does Clare Allen charge?
Clare Allen's rate is $316 to $492 per hour.
What does Clare Allen help with?
Clare Allen helps with building leadership confidence, overcoming imposter syndrome, claiming authority in the boardroom and advancing a senior leadership career.
Is Clare Allen certified?
Clare Allen lists: Doctor of Business Administration, University of Western Australia; Master of Business Leadership; MBA; GAICD; Specialist qualifications in emotional intelligence, NLP and MBTI.
What is Identity Anchoring?
Identity Anchoring is a method Clare created. It combines neuroscience, NLP and emotional intelligence to change beliefs at a neurological level and build leadership confidence.
Which sectors does Clare Allen coach in?
She works with senior leaders in education, health, community services, government and business.
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