How much should an executive coach cost?
The cost of an executive coach is typically aligned with the level of leadership, the coach's expertise, and the depth of the engagement. For senior leaders, it is common for coaching programs to run from $10,000 to $50,000+ over 6–12 months.
When evaluating cost:
Look beyond the hourly rate to what is included: assessments, stakeholder feedback, availability between sessions, and coordination with HR or boards.
Ask about typical outcomes and how success will be measured.
A "right-sized" cost:
Feels significant enough to represent a real investment, but is small relative to the value of improved leadership decisions and performance.
Fits within your development budget while allowing for the necessary duration and intensity.
With Kindred Consulting Group:
Executive coaching costs reflect a combination of PhD-level assessment capability, organizational design expertise, and senior leadership experience.
Engagements are scoped so that investment in coaching is clearly tied to both individual and organizational outcomes.
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