Gala Jackson-Dobbins
Career and leadership coach for women navigating change
| Hourly rate range | $90 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Career changeCareer clarity and purposePromotions and advancementWomen's careersLeadership developmentTransitions and new rolesWomen in leadershipLife transitionsPurpose and direction |
| Works with | Women, Executives, Parents and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Executive coach and Life coach |
| Sessions | Online |
| Practice | BOLD Collaborative |
Gala Jackson-Dobbins is a career and leadership coach who helps people line up their goals with their values. She guides leaders through career pivots and life transitions. She is an executive leadership coach and consultant and the author of Courage, Clarity, and Confidence. Her TED Talk has reached 2 million viewers. She founded the BOLD Collaborative and the BOLD Career Collective, two membership communities for women going through change. She offers flexible session times for working parents.
What Gala helps with
Gala works with people who want to change careers, step into new levels of leadership, or move through big life transitions with a clear plan.
- Career pivots
- Life transitions
- Redefining what success means
- Aligning ambition with personal values
- Leading with wellness in mind
- Taking clear action during times of change
Who Gala works with
Gala works with leaders and professionals who are changing careers or going through life transitions. Her membership communities serve women navigating change. She also makes room for working parents with packed calendars, and for clients outside the Eastern time zone.
Background and qualifications
Gala is an executive leadership coach and consultant. She wrote the book Courage, Clarity, and Confidence: Redefine Success and the Way You Work. Her TED Talk has reached 2 million viewers. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Essence, Marie Claire and HuffPost. She serves on the advisory council of Harvard Business Review, where she offers input on the content it develops. She also founded the BOLD Collaborative and the BOLD Career Collective.
Gala Jackson-Dobbins pricing
Programs and services
- Career coaching
- Leadership coaching
- BOLD Collaborative membership community
- BOLD Career Collective membership community
- Message Gala before you start
Gala Jackson-Dobbins reviews
Gala Jackson-Dobbins has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 8 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Gala is a bestselling author with a TED Talk of 2 million views who also founded two membership communities for women in career transition.
Best for women and leaders facing a career pivot who need flexible session times around work and family.
Common questions
How much does Gala Jackson-Dobbins charge?
Coaching with Gala runs $90 to $175 an hour. Message Gala from this page for an exact quote.
What does Gala Jackson-Dobbins help with?
Gala Jackson-Dobbins helps with career pivots, life transitions, redefining what success means and aligning ambition with personal values.
Does Gala Jackson-Dobbins coach online?
Sessions are online.
Does Gala Jackson-Dobbins have reviews?
Gala Jackson-Dobbins has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 8 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Does Gala offer flexible coaching times?
Yes. She offers daytime and evening times for working parents. She also works with clients outside the Eastern time zone.
Can I talk to Gala before I start coaching?
Yes. You can send her a message before you get started.
How do I contact Gala Jackson-Dobbins?
Send Gala a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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